Hybrid Planogram Specialist: Data-Driven Merchandising

Acosta; Modesto (CA); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Acosta is seeking a merchandiser/space management professional to create and optimize planograms used by Reset Merchandisers. The role combines data analysis in Excel with hands-on merchandising, in-office collaboration and a hybrid schedule of three days per week.

You will analyze category performance, develop client reports, and ensure planograms align with customer and brand standards. The position emphasizes ownership, data quality, and cross-functional teamwork within Acosta Group.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industry-level experience (reset/merchandising) or an Associate’s degree.
• Knowledge of Blue Yonder (JDA), Apollo/Symphony, and EYC Space Management Software is nice to have.
• Proficient in Excel (for data analysis), Word, and PowerPoint.
• Identify and leverage relevant data to diagnose situations and identify potential solutions.
• Conduct data mining utilizing CPG math concepts and tools effectively and independently.
• Manage multiple projects and have strong organizational skills.
• Self-starter and willing to take ownership of your responsibilities and career path.

Responsibilities

• Provide space management and merchandising on assigned categories and customers, including analysis of financial data and space-related insights at account and market levels.
• Develop and maintain client-specific reporting that measures performance against strategies and objectives.
• Develop and ensure planograms meet Customer’s and Client’s visual standards, while increasing space for brands based on sales performance.
• Data Management - Collect, organize, store, and maintain data to ensure it is accurate, accessible, and secure.
• Quality control of data sources and ensuring accuracy of deliverables, often engaging with BI associates and data/tool vendors.
• Perform user-acceptance testing for space management tools.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Merchandising

Project management

Communication

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Blue Yonder (JDA)

Apollo/Symphony

EYC Space Management

Job description

Acosta is seeking a merchandiser/space management professional to create and optimize planograms used by Reset Merchandisers. The role combines data analysis in Excel with hands-on merchandising, in-office collaboration and a hybrid schedule of three days per week.

You will analyze category performance, develop client reports, and ensure planograms align with customer and brand standards. The position emphasizes ownership, data quality, and cross-functional teamwork within Acosta Group.