About Abbott
Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a highly analytical, business-minded Shopper & Category Insights Manager to drive data-led decision making and shape growth strategies across our pediatric nutrition business, with a strong focus on retail execution and shopper behavior across key customers.
This role goes beyond reporting—you will translate syndicated, shopper, and retail insights into clear business strategies, influence cross-functional decisions, and proactively identify opportunities for category and brand growth. You will partner closely with Sales, Category Management, and Brand teams to turn data into action
What You’ll Do
In this role, you will have several distinct responsibilities and priorities:
Design and execute shopper & category learning plans (qualitative and quantitative), with coaching from the Sr. Manager. Translate insights into clear, actionable recommendations that drive business decisions - not just summaries of results.
Pull, synthesize, and analyze syndicated data sources (e.g., Nielsen, Circana, Numerator, Scintilla) to uncover key trends and develop clear points of view, delivered through visually compelling presentations.
Effectively communicate insights from all work to internal teams by distilling results to essential learning and actionable recommendations that enable rapid decisions.
Lead ad-hoc analyses and projects in support of team and business priorities.
Monitor and report category performance, conducting regular business reviews to identify growth opportunities and potential risks.
Apply shopper and category insights to selling stories, developing presentations that support sell-in initiatives and address retailer questions and competitive dynamics
Required Qualifications
5+ years’ experience in analyzing and interpreting data within either consumer-packaged goods or retailer industry.
A team player – solution oriented, thrives working alongside teammates toward common business goals.
Demonstrated storytelling skills and ability to influence stakeholders across the organization.
A self-starter, able to work independently and build connections with key stakeholders on projects
Proficient level knowledge of syndicated data source(s): Nielsen/ IRI, Numerator, Stratum, Luminate
Working Environment
Location: Columbus, OH
Hybrid style: (4 days in the office, 1 day remote)
Occasional travel for industry conferences and sales meetings (2x a year)
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
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The base pay for this position is
$99,300.00 – $198,700.00In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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At Abbott, we are enthusiastic, energetic and committed to doing great work every day. Our employees are passionate about helping to translate science into lasting contributions to health care and the health of people worldwide. At the heart of our organization is our "Promise for Life"—a statement that embodies our company's commitment to employees, shareholders, local communities and the people who depend on our company and products to live healthier lives.
Vital to our promise is the speed in which we act, respond and deliver. As Abbott employees, we are ready to meet change and challenges head-on. As a result, we are a company that adapts quickly, and through our passion for innovation we are able to continually create a pipeline of products that help improve the length and quality of life around the world.
We are proud of our rich, more than 120-year history. We continue to be driven to advance leading-edge science and technologies, support diversity, focus on exceptional performance and earn the trust of those we serve.