Analyst Space and Assortment

SAS Retail; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 44,200 - 55,200; Full time

Job summary

SAS Retail in Quincy is seeking an Analyst Space and Assortment with mid-level experience to manage space and assortment planning projects. You will collaborate with client teams, align on goals, and maintain timely workflows across cycle timelines using industry tools.

You will analyze fixture placement, optimize space utilization, and support training initiatives while contributing to strategic merchandising decisions and cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• Education Level: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.
• 2-4 years of experience with Planograms or Floorplans.
• Experience in merchandising is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partners with retailers to develop space and floor planning strategies, providing data-driven insights on fixture placement and/or category performance.
• Manages multiple project timelines in assigned spaces ensuring each process is thoroughly followed.
• Leverages data analysis, market trends, and external resources to optimize space utilization and support strategic merchandising decisions.
• Provide support for associates on corporate merchandising principles and practices and maintain accurate growth-oriented plans that align with customers goals.

Job description

Analyst Space and Assortment

Job Locations

US-MA-Quincy

Primary Posting Location : City Quincy

Primary Posting Location : State/Province MA

Primary Posting Location : Postal Code 02169

Requisition ID: 2026-440604

Position Type (Portal Searching): Full Time

Category (Portal Searching): Category Management, Insights and Planning

Minimum: USD $44,200.00/Yr.

Maximum: USD $55,200.00/Yr.

Summary

SAS Analyst Space and Assortment

This mid-level role is ideal for a professional with experience in space and assortment planning. While collaborating with teams, the analyst will independently manage project responsibilities and timelines, effectively multitasking to ensure successful execution. They will work closely with clients and customers to align on project goals and maintain workflows across various cycle timelines. Continuously developing their expertise, the analyst will leverage industry tools and software to optimize space planning. Additionally, they may support training initiatives and serve as a reliable resource for senior leaders.

The 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.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Partners with retailers to develop space and floor planning strategies, providing data-driven insights on fixture placement and/or category performance.
• Manages multiple project timelines in assigned spaces ensuring each process is thoroughly followed.
• Leverages data analysis, market trends, and external resources to optimize space utilization and support strategic merchandising decisions.
• Provide support for associates on corporate merchandising principles and practices and maintain accurate growth-oriented plans that align with customers goals.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct Reports

• This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports

Indirect Reports

• This position does not have guidance or mentoring responsibilities for 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): Bacehlors Degree or equivalent job-related experience

Field of Study/Area of Experience:

• 2-4 years of experience with Planograms or Floorplans
• Experience with analysis in a professional setting
• Experience in merchandising is a plus

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Self-directed work ethic and desire to succeed; thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize business requests
• Good communication - written and oral - skills and strong interpersonal skills
• Well-organized and strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Intellectually curious, eager to problem solve, and a quick learner
• Strong work ethic and desire to succeed (often with minimal supervision)
• Microsoft Office experience : Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

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 Will Remain Open Until Filled

Job Will Remain Open Until Filled

Important Information

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.