Job Title: Category Space Manager

Job Description

The Category Space Manager will play a crucial role in supporting the West Region category team, focusing on regional retail customers. This position involves developing insights-based opportunities and communicating strategic growth recommendations based on our category framework. The ideal candidate will be located in the West Region, preferably in Southern California, and will be responsible for supporting the space process.

ResponsibilitiesSupport the space process and develop insights-based opportunities.Communicate strategic growth recommendations for customers.Take ownership of work, ensuring attention to detail and adherence to timelines.Participate in reset processes, including drawing planograms.Build strong relationships with retailers as a trusted category advisor across the beer and hard beverage business.Lead, motivate, and drive engagement with sales partners.Effectively communicate, manage, and prioritize workload across multiple customers.Track and measure retailer results against aligned strategic goals and shelf objectives.Educate internal teammates and external customers on growth opportunities through clear communications.Lead future industry growth in assigned areas of responsibility.Essential SkillsExperience in space planning.Proficiency in Excel.Ability to think strategically and take insight into action.Strong communication skills with cross-functional teams.Project management experience.Demonstrated ability to synthesize and leverage multiple data points to create retail strategies.Additional Skills & QualificationsBachelor’s degree with emphasis in business or marketing-related fields.Familiarity with space planning software (JDA, Apollo, or Spaceman).Familiarity with syndicated data, software, and measures (IRI, demographic data, panel data, etc.).Experience with digital category manager tools like Numerator.2+ years’ experience in category management is a plus.in Beer, Wine & Spirits in a sales or category capacity is a plus.Work Environment

This is a remote position, however it will require 1 day a week on site at a retailer

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 20, 2025.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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