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Scholastic is hiring an Assistant Category Manager. The role involves supporting the implementation of product assortment and merchandise plans for Book Fairs and Book Clubs to achieve financial goals and promote reading among children. Responsibilities include assisting with product selection, using analytical tools for planning, and managing product data accuracy across platforms.

Highlights

Participate in book and product selection for Book Fairs and Book Clubs.
Utilize the Category Assortment Planning Tool to plan product categories.
Research and analyze product sales data and market trends.
Manage product data setup, maintenance, and accuracy.
Assist with merchandising, marketing plans, and ecommerce item assortments.
Require proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
Salary range is $65,000 to $72,000 annually.
Bachelor’s degree or three years equivalent experience needed.
Experience in category management or retail buying is beneficial.
Knowledge and appreciation for books are considered a plus.

Assistant Category Manager Full Description

Assistant Category Manager

Florida - Remote

Full time

JOB SUMMARY

Assistant Category Managers are responsible for supporting and ensuring the implementation of product assortment and merchandise plans for Book Fairs and Book Clubs to achieve financial goals and support our mission to get kids reading. Assistant Category Managers are also responsible for product team projects to support their continued growth and development.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Participate in the book/product selection process by reading, reviewing, and recommending products for use in Book Fairs and Book Clubs.

2. Utilize and continually update the Category Assortment Planning Tool to assist in planning product categories.

3. Research, review and analyze Book Fairs and Clubs product sales data, publishing industry information, and kids’ market trends to improve product selections, forecast sales demand by item, and surface new category opportunities. 4. Responsible for product data set up, maintenance and accuracy. Collect, create, and input product information (ie., item descriptions, images, online search keywords) into all forms and systems related to item set up and acquisition.

5. Assist Category Managers with fair merchandising & product assortment presentation schematics.

6. Assist Category Managers with developing marketing plans and providing item information and assets to marketing teams.

7. Manage ecommerce item assortments for assigned categories.

8. Provide and present product information, presentations, and training materials to educate and motivate the sales organization and their school customers. 9. Take on School Reading Event (Book Clubs and Fairs) projects and entry-level category management responsibilities, as applicable.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and/or 3 years equivalent experience.
Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office programs.
Strong analysis and database management skills.
Strong organization and communication skills.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Strong writing, grammar, and proofing skills.
Self-motivated to thrive and multi-task in a fast-paced, dynamic environment (remote or office)
Category Management, retail buying or merchandising experience a plus.
Knowledge of, experience with, and an appreciation for books is a huge plus!

The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $72,000 annual.

Time Type:

Full time

Job Type:

Regular

Job Family Group:

Publishing

Location Region/State:

Florida

EEO Statement:

Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam veteran. Those factors shall not influence the determination of qualifications for a job or other opportunity within the company. Further, all personnel actions (such as compensation, tuition aid, benefits, transfers, promotions, and dismissals, company-sponsored training, social and recreational programs) shall be administered without discrimination.

Original Job Description

Assistant Category Manager

Florida - Remote

Full time

JOB SUMMARY

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Participate in the book/product selection process by reading, reviewing, and recommending products for use in Book Fairs and Book Clubs.

2. Utilize and continually update the Category Assortment Planning Tool to assist in planning product categories.

5. Assist Category Managers with fair merchandising & product assortment presentation schematics.

6. Assist Category Managers with developing marketing plans and providing item information and assets to marketing teams.

7. Manage ecommerce item assortments for assigned categories.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and/or 3 years equivalent experience.
Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office programs.
Strong analysis and database management skills.
Strong organization and communication skills.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Strong writing, grammar, and proofing skills.
Self-motivated to thrive and multi-task in a fast-paced, dynamic environment (remote or office)
Category Management, retail buying or merchandising experience a plus.
Knowledge of, experience with, and an appreciation for books is a huge plus!

The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $72,000 annual.

Time Type:

Full time

Job Type:

Regular

Job Family Group:

Publishing

Location Region/State:

Florida

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