Space Planning Associate

Space Planning AssociateThe Space Planning Associate works directly with ASM’s customers by analyzing shelving data and building planograms in a way that best fits client/customer’s objectives. Responsible for the efficient and effective managing of assigned categories. Expected to be tactically sound and strategic in plan development. This position can be located in-house with the customer or work remotely as outlined by customer.Job Will Remain Open Until FilledThe Companyis one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods.The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.Position SummaryThe SpacePlanning Associateworks directly with Company’s customers by analyzing shelving data and building planograms in a way that best fits client/customer’s objectives. Responsible for the efficient and effective managing of assigned categories. Expected to be tactically sound and strategic in plan development. This position can be located in-house with the customer or work remotely as outlined by customer.Essential Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesPlanogram ManagementMaintain project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities, resolving problems, and make adjustments as needed to meet deadlinesSupport retailers and/or clients POG development throughout defined category review process or client initiativesPlanogram DevelopmentCommunicate business opportunities and recommend action plans by working with clients, customers, and/or Business Development ManagersOrganize information by studying, analyzing, interpreting, and classifying dataExecutes test sets in set roomData Analysis/Interpretation/ApplicationDetermine and quantify primary business opportunities and key drivers as they pertain to shelvingSupport key business opportunities by recommending merchandising/assortment solutions based on applicable dataPrioritize optimal assortment and/or shelving information to support the goals of our clients, customers, and companyEvaluate the reliability of source information by weighing raw data and organizing results for analysisPOG Data Collection Provide planogram information for clients, customers, and/or Business Development Managers through the use of syndicated or customer-specific data sourcesMeet specific needs of requesting party by determining appropriate movement/performance data selection such as share of shelf, days of supply, pack out, etc.Database ManagementMaintain information inputs in Company’s proprietary POG Analysis toolsSupervisory Responsibilities Direct ReportsThis position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reportsIndirect ReportsThis position does not have guidance or mentoring responsibilities for indirect reportsTravel and/or Driving Requirements Travel is an essential duty and function of this job. Driving is not an essential duty or function of this job.Tavel up to 25%Minimum QualificationsThe following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the jobEducation Level: (Required):High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience(Preferred):Associate's Degree or equivalent experience Field of Study/Area of Experience:- 2-4 years of experience in merchandising and planogram development skillsSkills, Knowledge and AbilitiesAnalytical and research SkillsWorking knowledge of syndicated data and applicationsStrong merchandising and planogram development skillsBasic understanding of category managementAbility to gather data, to compile information, and prepare reportsWell-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environmentStrong prioritization skillsFlexible and adaptable, able to change and alter according to changes in projects or business environmentTeam building SkillsExcellent customer service orientationAbility to ensure a high level of service and quality is maintainedStrong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsersExperience using planogram software (JDA Space Planning, Apollo, Spaceman, etc.)Environmental & Physical Requirements Office / Sedentary RequirementsIncumbent 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 the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.Additional Information RegardingThe Company Job Duties and Job Descriptions Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Companyshall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified 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 the law.Any estimate, schedule, or guideline provided to associates in this job description or elsewhere in connection with their jobs is only intended to help describe job duties and for planning purposes. Regardless of any such estimate, schedule, or guideline, associates must always record all time worked for our company (which includes but is not limited to on-site work time in an assigned store, office, or other work location; required waiting time; administrative time; and work-related travel time).The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.The 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 the law.

Created: 2025-09-06