Space and Assortment Sr Analyst NE

SummarySpace and Assortment Sr Analyst NEThe Space and Assortment Sr Analyst is required to provide strategic planogram analytical support for Advantage clients and customers. This multifaceted role demands expert knowledge of space management technology, application of information available, and the ability to create best in class merchandising solutions to meet client objectives and retailer strategies. Deep analytical abilities, project management expertise, and a proven track record in managing client engagements is needed. The ideal candidate will take ownership of complex space planning projects, drive process improvements, and provide strategic recommendations to optimize space allocation and product assortment for clients. This role requires the ability to juggle multiple priorities, deliver compelling presentations, and leverage data-driven insights to influence decision‑making and support business growth.The assortment analysis work requires merging customer information with syndicated sales data to identify distribution opportunities across multiple categories and ensuring the right items are on shelf based on performance. This includes understanding the shopper consideration path for categories assigned and review of planograms to meet retailer needs for on‑shelf capacity and optimal flow.Job Will Remain Open Until FilledResponsibilitiesPlanogram Support: Support client selling objectives in developing best‑in‑class planograms and merchandising solutions for category reviews, business overviews and retailer updates.Space Analytics: Utilize various data sources, including syndicated data, retailer information and space allocations to provide insights that support sales in delivering against the client business objectives/core KPIs for specific regions/markets. This will involve assortment analysis, space‑to‑sales scorecards, pre/post reset review, creative merchandising solutions for planogram creation/approval, etc.Data Solutions & Enablers: Serve as a subject matter expert for various reporting systems and tools related to space management, retailer schematics and planogram proposals. Model cross‑functional collaboration, seizing opportunities to share information and insights gathered regarding space and shelving opportunities. Seek continuous improvement and new ideas to improve analytical and reporting capabilities to identify growth and shelving opportunities across the entire retailer landscape.Client Management: Build strong relationships with multiple client contacts through collaboration and effective communication. Tailor solutions based on unique requirements and goals. Anticipate needs and provide proactive and creative recommendations. Continuously demonstrate reliability with consistent support and reliable solutions.Presentation Development: Create compelling and creative presentations using space insights and market trends identified for on‑shelf, distribution or merchandising opportunities focused on the client's objectives and core KPIs.QualificationsEducation Requirements: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experienceExperience Requirements: 3 to 5 years experience in relevant field (Space Management experience preferred)Travel requirement: Occasional travel may be required for store visits or sales meetings.Supervisor Responsibility / Direct Reports: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports. Indirect Reports: Does not have direct reports, but may delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports.Required Knowledge and SkillsAbility to confidently collaborate, communicate, and present to client, customer, and internal leadershipAbility to work effectively as part of a teamStrategic mindset with demonstrated ability to positively impact client businessSelf‑directed work ethic and desire to succeed: thrives in a fast‑paced environment/adaptableProven ability to develop, build, and maintain positive business relationshipsExcellent communication – written and oral. Passion to achieve desired results through others with positive, energetic, and enthusiastic communicationWell‑organized and strong attention to detail and accuracyIntellectually curious, eager to problem solve and a quick learnerAbility to present polished, professional image and represent the company in a professional mannerDemonstrated ability to effectively prioritize business requestsSyndicated data experience: working knowledge of syndicated data sourcesUnderstanding of principles and practices of Category Management (analysis of assortment, pricing, promotion, shelving, shopper) requiredUnderstanding and application of principles and practices of Space Management (analysis of assortment, project/process management expertise, shelving/merchandising strategies, space‑to‑sales, reporting, shopper consideration paths, etc.) with expertise in space planning softwareExperience with space automation a plusExperience with floor planning a plusMicrosoft Office experience: mastery of Excel, Word, PowerPointEnvironmental & Physical RequirementsOffice / Sedentary Requirements: Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically, requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may require the ability to lift up to 10lbs.Equal Opportunity EmploymentThe Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by law.#J-18808-Ljbffr