DIVE IN TO A NEW CAREER WITH LESLIE'S: 

Leslie's Pool Supplies is the "World's Largest Retailer of Swimming Pool Supplies." With over 1,000+ retail stores in 39 states plus PRO, Service, E-Commerce, Production, and Distribution divisions, there are many career opportunities at Leslie's. With over 60 years of providing best-in-class products and solutions to our customers, there is nothing that we value more than the development and growth of our team. We strive to create a positive and fun atmosphere where our Team Members feel valued and are enthusiastic about the contributions they make to the success of Leslie's

Job Overview:

The Category Analyst will work closely with the Category Director and Asst. Category Director, as well as the MP&A, Marketing, E-Commerce, and Retail Operations teams. They will obtain, analyze, and interpret robust data sets and present opportunities based on the data to drive decision-making. The Category Analyst will be focused on but not limited to the following:

Job Responsibilities: 

Deliver analysis and recommendations related to category performance in the following areas: Sales, Gross Margin, Product Mix, Program Design, Promotions, and Execution Identify and present strategic opportunities based on daily business analysis Develop, maintain, and work with the MP&A team on appropriate scorecards for measuring category performance Continued improvement of existing reports and models to increase business efficiencies Assist the Category Director and Asst. Category Director in development of comprehensive marketing and merchandising strategies Establish and maintain relationships with vendors required to facilitate effective category management Provide analysis to the Category Director and Asst Category Director for the vendor negotiation process to achieve the best possible cost of goods and vendor-supported programs Provide analysis on item mix and impact on category sales and profit objectives Coordinate new item and product packaging development, monitor compliance with established product specification levels and monitor performance against forecasted goals Assist in development of assortment plans and merchandising Monitor defective/RTV programs and provide supportive detail as necessary Collaborate and advise the MP&A team to help them achieve their targeted inventory level and service level objectives, as well as identify underperforming inventory Assist Category Director and Asst. Category Director in the completion of administrative functions that may include but not limited to: Report development and preparation Schedule vendor meetings Preparation of vendor meeting report packets Vendor Agreements Screen new vendor calls Preparation of Presentation

Job Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s Degree Proficient in MS Office Suite

 

Leslie's provides a robust benefits package, including:

 

Comprehensive medical, pharmacy, dental, & vision plan options. Health savings account (with enrollment in the high deductible health plan option). Health & dependent care flexible spending accounts. Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance. Voluntary supplemental life insurance. Company-paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability insurance. Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) with company match. Paid vacation, sick, and bereavement leave. Paid holidays, including a floating personal day. Employee assistance and wellness programs. Earned Wage access is available, allowing early access to a portion of your earned wages before payday. Product discounts at Leslie’s Retail stores.

Leslie’s recognizes a critical component to our continued success is our people. Leslie's is committed to developing and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within our company and the communities we serve. A key aspect of building a great team is valuing ideas from many viewpoints, which is why we place a priority on identifying and hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives.