CSD Analyst (Ice Cream)

Nestlé is the world’s largest food and beverage company. We have over 2000 brands ranging from global icons to local favorites, and are present in 190 countries worldwide. In Canada, excelling means sharing our passion for our purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. It also means living up to our exemplary values which are rooted in respect for ourselves, others, diversity and the future. We will support your personal growth with a people-focused culture and a flexible and diverse working environment. Join our team to support our purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future.

Position Snapshot

Business areas: Nestlé Canada

Job title: Category and Shopper Development Analyst, Ice Cream

Location: North York, Ontario

Job Grade: 15

Position Summary

We are looking for a Category and Shopper Development Analyst based at our Nestlé Operating company in North York, Ontario reporting into the Category and Shopper Development Leader. This position is responsible for developing actionable insights for assigned categories and assisting in driving and shaping the brand strategy by channel through the integration of marketing and sales to commercialize generating demand initiatives.

A day in the life of Category and Shopper Development Analyst:

As a Category and Shopper Development Analyst, you will support the Category Development team in advancing the development and deployment of key initiatives with analytics and project management.

You will also:

Develop actionable insights for your assigned categories (e.g., category trends, shopper purchase behaviors, etc.) utilizing AC Nielsen data.
Assist in the creation of fact-based selling stories by providing relevant category, channel and customer information, including areas of under/over performance, rationale & potential future opportunities for growth.
Participate in the development of best in class Category Roadmaps and execution of Roadshows.
Participate in the development of best in class Sales Playbooks for your category and support activation initiatives
Develop “Gold Standard” assortment recommendations for assigned categories.

What will make you successful

As the successful candidate, you will be a self-starter and have excellent interpersonal skills coupled with experience working cross-functionally with sales and marketing. You will have proven problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to gain insights and develop recommendations. You will need to be results focused, detail oriented and thrive in a fast-paced environment managing several complex priorities with strict deadlines.

You will also:

Have a University degree in a Business Administration with a focus on sales, marketing or finance.
Have 2-3 years of combined sales and analytical experience with a minimum of 2 years in an analytical role.
Have excellent project management, facilitation and communication skills.
Have an excellent understanding of technology (MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access)
Have Advanced proficiency in Nielsen Analytics and Springboard. Experience with TMT data (i.e. BW), and Customer POS data (i.e Amia, Precima/Aztec).

We have a friendly, supportive team with a coaching and mentoring environment. There are real opportunities for future development and progression – this really could be a move towards the exciting career you’ve always wanted.

What you need to know

What can we offer in return? Great benefits you’d expect from a business the size of Nestle including a comprehensive total rewards benefits package including Health and Dental benefits that start on day one as well as a Company matched retirement savings plan, Excellent training and development programs as well as opportunities to grow within the company.

The closing date for applications is April 4, 2022. We will be considering applicants as they apply, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.

Nestlé is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. Nestlé will work with you in an effort to ensure that you are able to fully participate in the process.

Nestlé is the world’s largest food and beverage company. We have over 2000 brands ranging from global icons to local favorites, and are present in 190 countries worldwide. In Canada, excelling means sharing our passion for our purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. It also means living up to our exemplary values which are rooted in respect for ourselves, others, diversity and the future. We will support your personal growth with a people-focused culture and a flexible and diverse working environment. Join our team to support our purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future.

Position Snapshot

Business areas: Nestlé Canada

Job title: Category and Shopper Development Analyst, Ice Cream

Location: North York, Ontario

Job Grade: 15

Position Summary

We are looking for a Category and Shopper Development Analyst based at our Nestlé Operating company in North York, Ontario reporting into the Category and Shopper Development Leader. This position is responsible for developing actionable insights for assigned categories and assisting in driving and shaping the brand strategy by channel through the integration of marketing and sales to commercialize generating demand initiatives.

A day in the life of Category and Shopper Development Analyst:

As a Category and Shopper Development Analyst, you will support the Category Development team in advancing the development and deployment of key initiatives with analytics and project management.

You will also:

Develop actionable insights for your assigned categories (e.g., category trends, shopper purchase behaviors, etc.) utilizing AC Nielsen data.
Assist in the creation of fact-based selling stories by providing relevant category, channel and customer information, including areas of under/over performance, rationale & potential future opportunities for growth.
Participate in the development of best in class Category Roadmaps and execution of Roadshows.
Participate in the development of best in class Sales Playbooks for your category and support activation initiatives
Develop “Gold Standard” assortment recommendations for assigned categories.

What will make you successful

As the successful candidate, you will be a self-starter and have excellent interpersonal skills coupled with experience working cross-functionally with sales and marketing. You will have proven problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to gain insights and develop recommendations. You will need to be results focused, detail oriented and thrive in a fast-paced environment managing several complex priorities with strict deadlines.

You will also:

Have a University degree in a Business Administration with a focus on sales, marketing or finance.
Have 2-3 years of combined sales and analytical experience with a minimum of 2 years in an analytical role.
Have excellent project management, facilitation and communication skills.
Have an excellent understanding of technology (MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access)
Have Advanced proficiency in Nielsen Analytics and Springboard. Experience with TMT data (i.e. BW), and Customer POS data (i.e Amia, Precima/Aztec).

We have a friendly, supportive team with a coaching and mentoring environment. There are real opportunities for future development and progression – this really could be a move towards the exciting career you’ve always wanted.

What you need to know

What can we offer in return? Great benefits you’d expect from a business the size of Nestle including a comprehensive total rewards benefits package including Health and Dental benefits that start on day one as well as a Company matched retirement savings plan, Excellent training and development programs as well as opportunities to grow within the company.

The closing date for applications is April 4, 2022. We will be considering applicants as they apply, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.

Nestlé is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. Nestlé will work with you in an effort to ensure that you are able to fully participate in the process.

North York, CA