ExxonMobil · 1 day ago
Retail Category Advisor
Bentonville, AR
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expExxonMobil is one of the world’s largest publicly traded energy and chemical companies, seeking a highly analytical and collaborative Category Advisor to join their team. This role is responsible for transforming data into actionable insights that support strategic decision-making and drive business growth across key retail accounts, particularly in the motor oil category.
ChemicalEnergyFossil FuelsOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Shape category strategy for ExxonMobil by analyzing market trends, shopper behavior, and competitive activity to define priorities and growth opportunities
Develop strategic recommendations for assortment, pricing, and merchandising that influence both internal decisions and retailer strategies
Analyze and visualize point-of-sale, syndicated, and internal data to uncover actionable insights and trends
Translate complex data into compelling narratives that support strategic planning and customer growth initiatives
Support account teams with category insights and assortment recommendations, and develop concept planograms to bring strategies to life
Lead space-to-sales analysis and promotional effectiveness reviews to optimize performance across retail channels
Create and deliver insight-driven presentations for line reviews, joint business planning, and category leadership discussions with internal and external stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Analytics, Data Science, Marketing, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in category management
Advanced in MS Office, including advanced Excel skills and strong PowerPoint capabilities for clear, compelling communication
Advanced in data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and JDA Space Planning
Strong analytical and storytelling skills with the ability to simplify complex data
Experience working with syndicated data sources and retailer POS systems to extract insights and drive category recommendations
Solid understanding of databases, with a preference for candidates experienced in SQL for querying and managing large datasets
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to travel as needed
Experience with a variety of categories and/or retailers
Ability to present insights to internal stakeholders and external customers in a clear and engaging manner
Preferred
Insatiable curiosity
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to influence with or without authority
Ability to cycle between analytical and strategic situations
Intuitive ability to prioritize work and operate with autonomy
Business and retail acumen
Adaptable, fast learner
Benefits
Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life.
Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match.
Workplace Flexibility: We have several programs such as “Flex your Day”, providing ad-hoc flexibility around when and where you work, as well as longer-term programs such as leaves of absence and part-time work.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing.
Employee Health Advisory Program: Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family, including tools and resources promoting mental health and resiliency at no additional cost to you.
Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury occurring on or off the job. Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you.
Company
ExxonMobil
ExxonMobil is an international oil and gas company that provides energy that helps underpin growing economies.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Darren Woods
CEO and Chairman
Jeff Carvell
Chief Technology Officer (InterOil Asset)
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