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Nia Floyd
Charlotte,North Carolina
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Summary
Highly accomplished and results-driven Manager of Category Management with 8 years of experience in developing and implementing analytics and insights to drive business growth. Seeking a remote role aligned with the Eastern Time Zone to support strategic and regional accounts, utilizing strong partnership-building skills and expertise in category management.
Overview
8
years of professional experience
4
Certification
Work History
Flag Star Bank
Strategic Sourcing Category Manager
11.2021 - 01.2024
Job overview
- Developed and implemented category management strategies to drive sales growth and increase market share for strategic and regional accounts
- Built strong partnerships with key retailers, effectively collaborating to identify and capitalize on growth opportunities
- Conducted in-depth market research and analysis to identify consumer trends, competitive landscape, and category insights
- Utilized data analytics and insights to develop actionable recommendations for assortment optimization, pricing strategies, and promotional activities
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and execute category management initiatives, ensuring alignment with company, category, and customer priorities
- Developed and delivered presentations to internal and external stakeholders, effectively communicating category insights and recommendations
- Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to develop and execute joint business plans, driving category growth and customer satisfaction
- Managed category budgets and resources, ensuring efficient allocation and utilization to achieve desired outcomes
- Stayed updated with industry trends and best practices in category management, continuously enhancing knowledge and skills.
Foodlion
Assistant Store Manager,Category Analyst
05.2016 - 11.2021
Job overview
- Conducted comprehensive market research and analysis to identify category trends, consumer behavior, and competitive landscape
- Utilized data analytics tools to generate insights and recommendations for assortment optimization, pricing strategies, and promotional activities
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and execute category plans, aligning with company objectives and customer needs
- Prepared and presented reports to internal stakeholders, effectively communicating category insights and performance metrics
- Assisted in the development of category strategies and initiatives, contributing to the achievement of sales targets and market share growth
- Monitored and evaluated category performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
Education
North Carolina Central University
Bachelor of Business Administration and Management
01.2022
Devry University
Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing
01.2018
Skills
- Proven track record of building strong partnerships with key retailers to deliver against company, category, and customer priorities
- Extensive experience in developing and implementing analytics and insights to drive business growth
- Proficient in leading the development and sharing of Category Management foundations and directives throughout the organization
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on achieving measurable results
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to diverse stakeholders
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
- Proficient in utilizing various software and tools, including Microsoft Office Suite, data analytics platforms, and category management software
- Data Analytics
Certification
- Certified Category Management Professional (CCMP)
- Advanced Excel Certification
- Certified Cybersecurity Analyst, IBM
- Certified AWS Cloud Solutions Architect
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Strategic Sourcing Category Manager
Flag Star Bank
11.2021 - 01.2024
Assistant Store Manager,Category Analyst
Foodlion
05.2016 - 11.2021
North Carolina Central University
Bachelor of Business Administration and Management
Devry University
Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing
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