Retail Planogram Analysts

We're looking for Retail Planogram Analysts to join our growing team!

We are looking for Level 1 Analysts to work with our merchandising and category management teams to build store planograms for our retail client.  We’re looking for high energy team players who will work best partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate planogram allocation in our retail client’s stores. 

The Level 1 Analyst is responsible to assist in the execution of the Retailer’s Space Management merchandise process. This is the entry level Space Planning position within SAS.  This position will assist the team to accomplish desired business objectives and goals. 

Our Level 1 Analyst will use JDA software to create the best visual product assortment to meet consumer’s ever-changing needs and demands.  You must be a strategic thinker, and use your analytical skills to make product assortment decisions, thus contributing to the financial goals of our retail partners.  You will become a subject matter expert in specific categories and understand how your work will influence consumer shopping trends and shopping behaviors.  This is an exciting time to join our Retail Planogram team!

Who we are

Are you looking to join a customer-focused team for a fast-growing company that partners with the nation’s largest consumer brands and retailers across the United States?  SAS Retail Services may have a great opportunity for you! We are currently recruiting for Level 1 Analysts to join our dynamic team. At SAS we do what it takes to get the job done, while at the same time having fun!

SAS Retail Services’ Competitive Advantage

• We invest in our talent. At SAS you will work with tenured industry leaders who can provide guidance and mentorship to advance your career! Most of our leaders accomplished career milestones at SAS.
• Competitive pay and benefits including a 401(k) with employer match
• Exposure to numerous multi-million dollar programs that SAS supports on a national and global level

In this role, you will play an integral role in the department by:

• Developing a comprehensive analysis of assigned merchandising categories
• Creating and executing the most strategically successful planograms in the retail stores
• Partnering with cross-functional teams to succeed together and support business objectives and goals
• Utilizing customer insights and competitive market data to execute on the team’s planogram goals
• Pay close attention to timelines as the work is very deadline driven  
• Creating and communicate compelling merchandising presentations which execute the merchandising strategies to enhance the consumer shopping experience
• Initiating assortment recommendations and space allocation solutions which positively and measurably impact the Company’s sales and margins and turnover through proper assortment, shelf position, and allocation of all items

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree a plus
• 0-1 years of experience with JDA software a plus
• Merchandising experience a plus
• Proven ability to quickly learn systems and how they work inter-dependently
• Must possess Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Will have solid presentation skills and be able to interact with Senior Leaders
• Must be a strategic and solution based thinker
• Must be able to multi-task, and work independently as well as with teams
• Microsoft Office Skills: Excel (V-look ups, pivot tables experience a plus)

Other Responsibilities:

Position may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all essential functions, duties and required skills. Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties at any time.