Space and Assortment Sr Analyst

SAS Retail Services • Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

Space and Assortment Sr Analyst The 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 3 to 5 years experience in relevant field (Space Management experience required, JDA Software experience preferred)
• Ability to confidently collaborate, communicate, and present to client, customer, and internal leadership
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strategic mindset with demonstrated ability to positively impact client business
• Self-directed work ethic and desire to succeed: thrives in a fast-paced environment/adaptable
• Proven ability to develop, build, and maintain positive business relationships
• Excellent communication – written and oral. Passion to achieve desired results through others with positive, energetic, and enthusiastic communication
• Well-organized and strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Intellectually curious, eager to problem solve and a quick learner
• Ability to present polished, professional image and represent the company in a professional manner
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize business requests
• Syndicated data experience: working knowledge of syndicated data sources
• Understanding of principles and practices of Category Management (analysis of assortment, pricing, promotion, shelving, shopper) required
• Understanding 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 software
• Microsoft Office experience: mastery of Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

• JDA Software experience preferred
• Experience with space automation a plus
• Experience with floor planning a plus

Responsibilities

• Planogram 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 supports 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees