Director of Insights, Kroger

What We Do 

At C.A., we aspire to maintain our position as the nation’s leading consumer brands agency. We realize how fortunate we are (pun intended) to offer comprehensive solutions to our clients. From sales management to marketing, all the way down to insights and e-commerce, our boutique service model offers a breadth of services to our clients. 

 Who We Are 

People. Passion. Purpose. Our people are the core of our business. Our unique boutique service model allows our people to follow their passions with a purpose, all while delivering excellent services to our clients. We are committed to living out our values. We are fearless and curious innovators who lead with solutions, empower others, and do the right thing, always. We are a family-first organization and recognize the importance of a healthy and flexible work-life balance, a positive support system, and the power of diversity and inclusion. 

 Overview of the Role 

• The Director of Kroger Insights will champion the development and maintenance of the go-to-market analytics designed to support, track, and grow core and new product initiatives for its principal brands.
• Location: Remote but must be local to Cincinnati, OH 
• Salary: $120,000 - $130,000, based on experience, qualifications and skills. 
• Travel Requirements:  10-20% to present at Kroger HQ and team trainings.
• At C.A. we’re not looking for perfection, just people that want to commit to a us and grow their careers long-term. We are on a mission to build better brands that inspire healthier lifestyles for consumers and their families. If you’re looking for a sign to apply, here it is! 

 What You’ll Do at C.A. Fortune   

• Lead a team of insight analysts responsible for client reporting, retailer category reviews, client/retailer performance, etc. 
• Drive proficiency of the analytical tools and resources across the team. 
• Improve methodology related to reporting, analysis, identifying distribution voids, and quantifying opportunity gaps. 
• Development, training, and workload management of insights team as well as training cross -functional teams.
• Evaluate effectiveness of programs and develop course-correction methodologies
• Be a strategic advisor to internal and external stakeholders

What You Should Bring to the Table 

• Have a player/coach mindset that can lead and evolve team culture
• History of being a servant leader to a team
• Extensive knowledge of Kroger Operations & Processes
• Proven history of conflict resolution
• Bachelor’s Degree plus 7-10 years CPG industry sales and category management experience & 3+ years of Kroger experience
• High level of proficiency in SPINs (Satori), Nielsen, IRI data, Market 6, & 84.51 Stratum (at least of a Gold subscription, experience with Platinum would be a plus)
• Strong analytical and strategic thinker
• Advanced communications skills, ability to clearly articulate complex concepts in a concise manner 
• In-depth experience in selling story development, category reviews & category management principals 
• A demonstrated competency in multi-tasking and problem-solving with focus on meeting deadlines 
• Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and make sure team deadlines are met.

You Will Stand Out If

• Experience with Tableau and PowerBI.
• Experience leading a team of 3+ more individuals.
• Knowledge of revenue management 

Perks 

• PTO and Sick days
• 11 paid company holidays per year 
• 1 Floating holiday
• 2 paid volunteer days per year 
• 3 months fully paid parental leave (regardless of gender) 
• Medical, dental, and vision 
• Paid company life insurance 
• 401k with company match 
• Summer hours (half day Fridays from Memorial Day thru Labor Day) 
• Work from home flexibility 
• Bonus eligibility 

 Come As You Are 

C.A. is committed to making our company more inclusive. Diversity fuels our innovation and better connects us to our clients, our colleagues, and our communities. Based on research, we know that women and other marginalized groups tend to apply to roles only when their experience perfectly matches the job description. That said, we encourage you to apply if you meet the majority of qualifications, especially if this role aligns with your career trajectory.