Gary Muzyka
About Gary Muzyka
Gary Muzyka is a Category Manager specializing in Shopper Insights at Advantage Solutions, with extensive experience in the retail and insights sectors. He has held various positions at IRI and other companies, accumulating over two decades of expertise in space optimization and customer insights.
Current Role at Advantage Solutions
Gary Muzyka serves as the Category Manager for Shopper Insights at Advantage Solutions, where he has worked since 2017. His role focuses on leveraging shopper insights to enhance sales and marketing strategies. He is based in Westborough, MA, and has accumulated seven years of experience in this position.
Experience at BJ's Wholesale Club
Since 2019, Gary Muzyka has been involved in Space Optimization and Customer Insights at BJ's Wholesale Club. His work contributes to optimizing product placement and enhancing customer experience. He has been with the company for five years and operates from Westborough, MA.
Professional Background at IRI
Gary Muzyka has a significant history with IRI, where he held various roles from 1992 to 2005. His positions included Senior Retail Account Manager, Associate Director of Apollo Product Management, Director of Apollo Business Development, Director of Apollo Global Sales Support and Training, and Apollo Director of Sales. His tenure at IRI spanned over a decade and involved various aspects of product management and sales development.
Previous Roles in the Industry
In addition to his time at IRI, Gary Muzyka worked as Vice President of Pre Sales at Aldata from 2005 to 2013, focusing on the Apollo Division. He also served as Space and Profit Optimization Manager at Nouria Energy Corporation for 11 months in 2015. These roles contributed to his expertise in sales optimization and strategic management.
Educational Background
Gary Muzyka earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management and Economics from American International College. This educational foundation supports his extensive career in category management and shopper insights.