Sr. Planogram (POG) Specialist

Staples is focused on our customer and our community As a Sr. POG Specialist for Staples, you will be responsible to design and develop planograms that integrate category strategy, high customer engagement, merchandise presentation standards, and company cost objectives.

Impact on Business- 

• Work with cross-functional teams through Product Transition process to introduce new, exciting products and categories into retail stores
• Exit obsolete product/categories in a way that minimizes mark-downs, labor cost, and implementation fees
• Create planogram versions to accommodate varying assortments and store sizes
• Create merchandising layouts that reflect merchant strategy to drive shelf edge retail sales
• Work with merchant, inventory, loss prevention and field teams to create presentations that improve sales, minimize inventory costs, prohibit shrink, and inspire customer engagement

Innovation and Change- 

• Develop new methodologies and display approaches for new stores and categories 
• Create financial models of profit and turns for each set created or modified and provide financial performance reports. Use learnings to develop condensed assortments to fit into smaller sized stores
• Document planograms using PC based space management software for all products in permanent categories to maximize sales and minimize inventory investment
• Utilize historical sales information and ship pack quantity to determine product facings in order to maximize space and operating efficiency
• Leverage vendor data, competitive reviews, and industry trends to drive innovation, category focus, and excitement in retail merchandise presentations

Communication/Interactions: Internal & External Customers / Suppliers as well as Third Parties- 

• Prepare weekly merchandise communication materials that are communicated via the web for field operations implementation. Respond and offer support to field operations inquiries regarding all aspects of planogram implementation
• Partner with Store Planning to ensure that each store is assigned to the correct planogram category assortments in order for replenishment to direct the merchandise orders and forecast for future purchases
• Collaborate with Fixtures & Equipment, Signing, and Loss Prevention on the development and design of fixtures, signing, security devices, and other in-store displays associated with assigned product categories. Create updated fixture lists indicating changes in which ensure accurate fixture orders for new stores

People Leadership-

• Works closely with merchandising and inventory to ensure presentation meets the sales and inventory forecasts as determined by those teams, while meeting Visual    Merchandising standards 
• High level of influence with cross-functional peers in design and development of coordinating functions integral to successful presentation (Signing, Fixtures & Equipment, Loss Prevention)

Essential skills and experience:

• 1 to 3 years of Retail merchandising or planogram experience
• Basic computer skills, including Word and Excel
• Merchandise planning and quantitative analysis skills
• Strong communication skills

Get great perks because, you matter.

• Generous amount of paid time off and bonus plan
• 401(k) plan with a company match, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, and many more benefits
• Associate store discount and more perks (discounts on mobile plans, movie tickets, etc.)
• On-site, discounted childcare, fitness center and dry cleaners in Framingham, MA corporate office

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The world of working and learning has changed. This is your opportunity to be a part of a brand transformation and growth strategy within the retail industry. Staples is helping our customers and community discover innovative products, services, and inspiration that unlock what’s possible, while empowering you to unlock your potential. Our people are the heart of our success and there has never been a better time to join us as we lead the way in a new era of working and learning.

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