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Associate Manager, Category Leadership - Drug Channel

SC Johnson
401(k), profit sharing, relocation assistance
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Sep 09, 2025
SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers - such as Raid, Glade, Ziploc and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future - for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story. The Company's Total Rewards package is at or above industry levels. The expected base salary range for this position is between 104,000.00 USD - 136,500.00 USD. Job related skills, experience, education, and location will be considered in setting actual starting base salary. In addition to your base salary and depending on job level, eligibility, and performance, a total package may include profit sharing, a short-term incentive and/or long-term incentives. As a family company, benefits are a key piece of our Total Rewards package as well and we're proud to provide a comprehensive, competitive, and differentiated benefits program that our people and their families value. ABOUT THE ROLE Are you passionate about turning shopper behavior into strategic action? Join us as an Associate Manager, Category Leadership - Drug, where you'll be the driving force behind data-informed decisions that shape category growth and customer success. In this role, you'll harness the power of shopper insights and marketplace dynamics-across pricing, assortment, shelving, and promotion-to uncover opportunities and influence retail strategies. As the go-to expert for category performance at the customer level, you'll collaborate closely with internal teams (Sales, Brand, Customer Marketing) and external partners to translate insights into impactful, real-world results. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Create and plan, category leadership solutions that deliver profitable sales growth for the Drug Channel. These solutions should include shopper and category insights across products/ assortment (everyday/ new products/ promoted/ seasonal), placement and everyday shelving and merchandising, pricing (everyday, seasonal, and promotional), promotions and seasonal merchandising Leverage SCJ Category Leadership toolbox such as IRI/Circana, Loyalty data, Customer POS, Numerator insights, and One Pulse among other internal/external tools. Where appropriate, manage and deliver against the responsibilities of the Category Captaincy/Advisory process in partnership with the customer Influence the customer by identifying specific opportunities, assist with any research and lead projects to deliver category leadership solutions benefiting both customer and category Influence Annual Account Business Planning at the customer, through full partnering with sales team, by providing actionable category insights and solutions that support category leadership objectives for customer, company and category Identify specific research opportunities (shopper, consumer, etc.) to bring new learning to category leadership solutions Execute all agreed to category leadership solutions with the customer to include success measures and detailed follow through Evaluate/ monitor all customer category leadership solutions, turn analysis into recommended action and continually improve to be more effective and efficient for category and customer Leverage insights and resources through the utilization of a broad range of data sources, market research findings, tools, analyses, and technology to continually bring new shopper ideas to customer and company; incorporate in all category solutions for assigned major customer(s) REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant work experience or advanced degree and 3+ years of relevant work experience Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS 1 year of business analytics experience Experience working with syndicated data software Nielsen and JDA and advanced analytics around promotional / non-promotional and pricing strategy Mobility preferred for career growth Background in CPG and/or retail Experience working with syndicated data software IRI/Circana/Nielsen and JDA and advanced analytics around promotional / non-promotional and pricing strategy Microsoft Office programs specifically Excel and PowerPoint Experience in Category Management or Sales strongly suggested JOB REQUIREMENTS Full-time field-based position, home-office role 10% Travel This role is not eligible for relocation assistance Field Role - 90 mins from Racine, WI and near a major airport BENEFITS AND PERKS SC Johnson's total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we're committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more. Inclusion & Diversity We're a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive. We're committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion. Better Together At SC Johnson, we strive to create a positive, inclusive and unique workplace. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person. Equal Opportunity Employer The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law. Accommodation Requests If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to SCJHR@scj.com. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO is the Law poster for more information.