• Category Space Manager

    Aston Carter (Los Angeles, CA)


    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated Category Space Manager to support our West Region category team, ideally based in Southern California. This role involves working closely with regional retail customers to support the space process, develop insights-based opportunities, and communicate strategic growth recommendations using our category framework.

    Responsibilities

    + Support the space reset processes, including drawing planograms.

    + Build strong relationships with retailers as a trusted category advisor across the beer and hard beverage business, as well as the total alcohol department.

    + Lead, motivate, and drive strong engagement with sales partners.

    + Effectively communicate, manage, and prioritize workloads across multiple customers.

    + Track and measure retailer results against aligned strategic goals and shelf objectives.

    + Educate internal teammates and external customers on growth opportunities through clear and impactful communications.

    + Lead future industry growth in assigned areas of responsibility.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in space planning software (JDA, Apollo, or Spaceman).

    + Strong strategic thinking and ability to convert insights into actions.

    + Excellent project management and communication skills with cross-functional teams.

    + Ability to synthesize and leverage multiple data points to create retail strategies.

    + Proficiency in Excel (formulas) and PowerPoint.

    + Familiarity with syndicated data and digital category manager tools.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field.

    + 2+ years of experience in category management is a plus.

    + Experience in beer, wine, and spirits in a sales or category capacity is advantageous.

     

    Work Environment

     

    This position offers a remote work environment, providing flexibility and autonomy to manage your tasks from anywhere within the West Region.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Los Angeles, CA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $41.50/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully remote position.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 26, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.