SAS Lead Analyst Space Management

Summary

SAS Lead Analyst Space Management

 

The Lead Space Management Analyst is a seasoned analyst in the Space Management industry.  S/he is responsible to gather customer insights and competitive data in effort to accomplish desired business objectives and goals. This role is accountable to interpret results and draw conclusions to support the business case for each Retailer and make basic observations based on analytical data.  The Lead Space Management Analyst will deliver clear and concise information across all areas of the business to accomplish desired business objectives and goals.

 

What We Offer:

 

• Full Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

Job Will Remain Open Until Filled

Responsibilities

The Company is 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.

 

Job Duty

 

·         Provide strategic insights and guidance to retail merchandising partners utilizing customer and competitive data to evaluate category performance to accomplish desired business goals.

·         Integrate robust data analysis and variables to develop and maintain planograms reflecting the category’s strategic vision, most optimal assortments, merchandising guidelines and size requirements.

Access relevant information, interpret results and provide in-depth and advanced interpretation of consumer behavior and category dynamics.·         Partner with cross-functional teams to obtain client objectives and goals

·         Identifies specific goals for the merchandise teams to ensure approved criteria and best practices are following and space allocation / shelf placement needs are met

·         Create and communicate merchandising presentations on strategies to enhance consumer shopping experience

·         Initiate assortment recommendations and space allocation solutions

 

Supervisory Responsibilities

 

Direct Reports

- This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports

 

Indirect Reports

- May delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports

 

Travel and/or Driving Requirements

 

- Travel and Driving are not essential duties or functions of this job 

 

Minimum Qualifications

 

The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job

Education Level: (Required):    Bachelor's Degree           or equivalent experience

Field of Study/Area of Experience:

3-5 Years of experience in Space Management1-2 years of supervisory experienceMerchandising experience a plus

 

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

 

Research & Analysing Skills

Basic Computer Skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook, & web browsers

Well Organized, Detail Oriented, & able to Handle Fast Paced Work Environment

Ability to make Oral Presentations

Excellent Written & Verbal Communication Skills

Ability to Visualize & Plan Objectives & Goals Strategically

 

Environmental & Physical Requirements

 

Office / 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 the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

 

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 posi