Planogram Analyst

Tyson Foods • Springdale, AR

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About The Position

The Planogram Analyst is a member of the Merchandising Center of Excellence (MCOE), responsible for planogram development, space and assortment analytics, data integrity, and planogram relay support across multiple Walmart categories. Working as a shared resource under the direction of the Technical Manager, this role partners closely with Category Merchandising Advisors to deliver accurate, timely, and high-quality planogram execution outputs. The role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage competing priorities, and a consistent commitment to quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Analytics, Retail, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1–2 years’ experience in Category Management, Analytics, Retail, or a related field; retail or CPG internship experience counts toward this requirement
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical aptitude with the ability to manage and interpret complex data sets
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including comfort in professional settings such as buyer calls
• Collaborative work style with a genuine interest in merchandising, retail analytics, or category management
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with broader Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with JDA/BlueYonder space planning software or CARM a plus; training provided
• Understanding of Walmart’s end-to-end planogram relay development process helpful but not required

Responsibilities

• Develop planograms across multiple categories using approved assortment, clustering, and fixture assumptions; build multiple planogram versions as needed to support merchant decision-making and store variability
• Review and validate all planograms for adherence to strategy and conformity to MCOE standards and Walmart retailer guidelines; apply revisions promptly based on feedback or evolving requirements
• Conduct detailed space and assortment analytics at the store, cluster, and item level, including SKU productivity, facing optimization, holding power, and duplication identification
• Support development of data-driven recommendations for space allocation and assortment optimization in partnership with Merchandising Advisors
• Manage and maintain planogram data environments, including store and item attribution, assortment and clustering data, performance data inputs, DC realignments, and trait maintenance
• Assist in end-to-end planogram relay execution across multiple categories; track progress and deliverables, communicate status and risks proactively, and coordinate with Merchandising Advisors to ensure alignment on timelines and outputs
• Support buyer-facing planogram discussions alongside the Merchandising Advisor as needed
• Execute all work in alignment with MCOE planogram playbooks, templates, workflows, and quality standards; flag process or workflow improvement opportunities to the Technical Manager
• Conduct ad hoc analysis to support merchandising decisions, category reviews, performance reporting, and business questions as directed

Benefits

• paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level