Jessica Shields
About Jessica Shields
Jessica Shields is a Senior Category Manager with a background in data storytelling and extensive experience in category management and business development. She has worked at Advantage Solutions in various roles since 2020 and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology & Management from Miami University.
Current Role as Senior Category Manager
Jessica Shields currently serves as a Senior Category Manager at Advantage Solutions. She has held this position since 2023, following her previous role as a Category Manager at the same company. In her current role, she focuses on leveraging data storytelling to drive category strategies and insights.
Previous Experience at Advantage Solutions
Jessica Shields has extensive experience at Advantage Solutions, having worked in various capacities since 2020. She began as an Associate Business Development Manager, then transitioned to a Sales Leadership Associate, and later served as a Category Manager. Her tenure at Advantage Solutions has equipped her with a deep understanding of category management and business development.
Educational Background in Applied Psychology & Management
Jessica Shields earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Applied Psychology & Management from Miami University, where she studied from 2014 to 2018. This educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in understanding consumer behavior and management principles.
Experience in Market Management
Prior to her roles at Advantage Solutions, Jessica worked as a Market Manager at Vivify Beverages from 2018 to 2019. This position allowed her to develop skills in market analysis and strategy implementation, contributing to her overall expertise in the field.
Research Experience at Miami University
Jessica Shields served as a Research Assistant in the Social Motives Lab at Miami University from 2015 to 2017. This role involved conducting research and analysis, further enhancing her analytical skills and understanding of social psychology.