Space Planning & Planogram Specialist

This position is #Hybrid, and will require 3 days a week in the office. 

Space Planning is a specialized discipline focused on the strategic arrangement of products within a retail space, utilizing space management software to develop Planograms (POGs).

Proficiency in space management software such as Blue Yonder (JDA), Apollo, or Spaceman is essential for this role.

• Provide space management and section merchandising on the assigned categories for the assigned customers. Including the analysis of financial data and the ability to provide space-related insights at both the account and market level.
• Participate in the development and maintenance of client-specific reporting that measures performance against strategies and objectives.
• Develop and ensure that planograms meet both the Customer’s and Client’s visual standards, all the while increasing space for brands represented by Acosta based on sales performance.
• Set up and run team meetings with BM and clients to discuss client needs and upcoming projects.
• Maintain and update all plan-o-grams for assigned categories and/or sections for assigned customers
• Responsible for quality control of data sources and ensuring accuracy of deliverables, often requiring engagement with other BI associates and data/tool vendors.

 

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Related work experience may be substituted for the educational requirement

Work Experience Requirements:

• Up to one year of related work experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements:

• Demonstrate advanced proficiency in Windows and related software applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.   Knowledge of Power BI would be a strong asset.
• Experience with syndicated data and/or space management tools would be an asset.
• Clearly and concisely communicate relevant information to work with team members and internal and external clients effectively.
• Identify and leverage relevant data to diagnose situations and identify potential solutions
• Effectively and independently conduct data mining utilizing CPG math to clearly and concisely communicate relevant information 

Physical Requirements: 

• Seeing 
• Color Perception 
• Touching

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