SAS Analyst Space and Assortment

SAS Retail Services, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k match

Training program

Paid time off

Job summary

SAS Retail Services, Inc. is seeking a mid-level Planogram Specialist to drive space and assortment planning initiatives onsite four days a week with one remote day. You will collaborate with retailers, develop planograms, and manage multiple timelines to ensure accurate executions across multiple spaces, while aligning with client goals.

You will leverage data, market trends, and internal tools to optimize merchandising decisions and support senior leaders in training and development efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in sales, grocery, and CPG.
• 2–4 years of experience creating planograms.
• Experience with space planning analysis and assortment analytics.
• Proficiency with Excel and other MS Office tools.
• Experience with Symphony preferred; Blue Yonder/JDA/Apollo a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partners with retailers to develop space and floor planning strategies, providing data-driven insights on fixture placement and category performance.
• Planogram development and execution across assigned spaces.
• Manages multiple project timelines ensuring processes are followed.
• Uses data analysis and market trends to optimize space utilization for merchandising decisions.
• Supports associates on merchandising principles and aligns plans with customer goals.

Skills

Planogram development

Space planning analysis

Assortment analytics

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in sales, grocery, and CPG

Tools

Symphony

Blue Yonder

JDA

Apollo

Job description

Summary

Planogram Specialist Onsite 4 days, Monday through Thursday, Friday remote. Acceptable locations, Phoenix, AZ or Boise, ID

This mid-level role is ideal for a professional with experience in space and assortment planning, planogram development. While collaborating with teams, the planogram specialist will independently manage project responsibilities and timelines, effectively multitasking to ensure successful execution. They will work closely with clients and customers to align 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.

This position is in our client's office located in Phoenix, AZ or Boise, ID. 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 with access to the best products available in the marketplace today. Take this opportunity to join North America’s leading business solutions provider and build your career working with amazing people in a growing industry!

Job Will Remain Open Until Filled #LI-TV1 #LI-Hybrid

What we offer

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


• 401(k) with company match


• Training and Career Development


• Generous Paid Time-Off

Responsibilities

• Partners with retailers to develop space and floor planning strategies, providing data-driven insights on fixture placement and/or category performance.


• Planogram development


• 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

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in sales, grocery, and CPG


• 2-4 years of experience with creating planograms required


• Experience with Symphony preferred, however experience in Blue Yonder, JDA or Apollo a plus


• Experience with space planning analysis in a professional setting


• Assortment analytics required


• Experience in merchandising is a plus


• 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

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 law.

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 Company shall 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.