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Scholastic

The global children's publishing, education and media company

Assistant Category Manager – Scholastic Dollars Program

ProcurementProcurementFull TimeRemoteSeniorTeam 5,001-10,000Since 1920H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Florida

Posted

33 days ago

Salary

$70K - $75K / year

Seniority

Senior

Bachelor Degree3 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

Assistant Category Manager – Scholastic Dollars Program

Scholastic

• The Assistant Category Manager supports the execution and optimization of category strategies by leveraging data, managing key operational processes, and driving cross-functional initiatives. • This role is responsible for maintaining accurate and actionable data, supporting e-commerce readiness, and contributing to special projects that enhance category performance. • Working closely with the Senior Category Manager or Director, the Assistant Category Manager plays a critical role in translating strategic direction into execution, ensuring alignment across merchandising, marketing, and supply chain functions. • Manage and maintain category data integrity across systems, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely updates, including item descriptions, images, online search keywords, supplemental data, and starred reviews. • Monitor category performance and prepare regular reporting and insights for leadership review. • Analyze sales, margin, and market data—including Scholastic Dollars performance, publishing industry trends, and children’s market insights—to support category strategy development and identify opportunities for growth. • Execute category strategies as directed by the Senior Category Manager or Director, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives. • Collaborate cross-functionally with merchandising, marketing, inventory planning, and operations teams to ensure seamless execution of category initiatives.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of three (3) years of equivalent professional experience required
  • Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office applications; intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated analytical capabilities with experience in data management and database maintenance
  • Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
  • Exceptional attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy in work output
  • Excellent written communication skills, including grammar, editing, and proofreading proficiency
  • Self-motivated with the ability to operate independently and effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment (remote or in-office)
  • Prior experience in Category Management, retail buying, or merchandising is preferred
  • Familiarity with and enthusiasm for books and publishing strongly preferred

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development

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