Category Space Manager (POGs)

Acosta, Inc. • Fairfield, NJ

43d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position will work #Hybrid in our Bloomfield, New Jersey office, 3 days a week. You will oversee the execution of space planning initiatives , providing hands-on project management and coordination to ensure successful delivery of space-related projects . You will play a key role in optimizing workspace utilization, aligning planning efforts with organizational goals, and driving innovative solutions for our physical environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, with 5-7 years in space management or space technology solutions ; experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods ( CPG ) industry strongly preferred.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams with diverse skill sets and levels of expertise.
• Advanced proficiency in Blue Yonder (formerly JDA), Apollo or similar platforms, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with Power BI is a plus.
• Experience working with syndicated data sources such as Circana/IRI and ACNielsen.
• Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to independently conduct data mining using CPG math concepts.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects independently, ensuring timely delivery.
• Solid background in data analysis and space management systems, with a working knowledge of the supporting technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage space planning and analytics projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Supervise and develop team members through training, performance evaluations, and goal tracking.
• Analyze data to generate strategic insights and client-ready presentations with actionable recommendations .
• Collaborate across Space Management, Analytics, and Sales teams to support category reviews and client initiatives.
• Represent the team at client meetings, addressing shelving issues and sharing success stories .
• Oversee the creation of presentation materials including planograms , financials, and performance reports, leveraging automation tools .
• Build strong client relationships by understanding their needs and delivering tailored space management solutions .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees