Space Planning Analyst

Space Planning Analyst The Space Planning Analyst is responsible for maintenance and documentation of planograms to support Ace recommended assortments. Position is a collaborative role with Category Analysts, Merchandising, and Store Planning to ensure planograms are “retail‑ready” upon publication. What You’ll Do Responsible for the development of display standards that follow Category Management and Merchandising Strategies by engaging customers, stimulating sales and generating margins. In conjunction with the Category Management Analysts, develop POGs that follow fundamental retail strategies while challenging traditional methods. Constantly look for display methods that improve the model while maintaining the integrity of the POG set. Responsible for building POGs within our warehouse facility and model store. Responsible for documenting and publishing planograms, images, recommended quantities, all planogram & product attributes for use on ACENET, with Shelf Management Services, and in stores. Work cross functionally with Category Management, Merchandising, Retail Operations and Retail Development to ensure that the proper tools and training are developed to successfully support corporate initiatives. Stay current with the marketplace and understand how trends can impact Ace’s business approach. Store visits and seminar/trade show attendance calendar should be scheduled throughout the year to stimulate thought … i.e. “is there a better way?” Collaborate with the Category Management Analysts to analyze the performance of changes made. Understand the impact of the change, what has driven and contributed to success and use that information to improve the store model. Utilize Blue Yonder Space Planning to develop POG reporting, highlights, tables and tools that provide the Category Analyst with POG productivity data that will support their category insights. Communication and understanding of how and why we merchandise is key to our retailers, Field Staff and internal partners. The space planning analyst is expected to uphold these standards as well as effectively communicate them to key stakeholders. Provide ongoing maintenance of all planograms, ensuring accuracy of images, dimensions, fixtures and assortment updates. Experience and Technical Requirements Bachelor’s Degree with 5+ years of experience in Space Management Demonstrated understanding of industry trends at retail Demonstrated understanding of interior retail design, consumer behavior, product placement, margin recognition and fundamental merchandising techniques Strong Visual Merchandising skills with the flexibility to adapt to Shopper behavior variations across departments and categories. Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously Ability to work cross‑functionally among multiple departments Ability to work and think independently Ability to communicate effectively verbally and written to various levels of corporate and retail management (e.g., manager through VP and store associate through owner) Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Experience with Blue Yonder Space Planning and Category Knowledge base (CKB formerly IKB) modules required Must be able to lift 30lbs Compensation $76,300 – $95,500 Per Year Benefits Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity!) Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10% of total eligible compensation Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short‑term disability and long‑term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire Company Car, phone and fuel card are provided for field‑based positions Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally‑owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on‑site classes, facilitator‑led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review We know the work environment matters. That’s why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, recycling and more! Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands more Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off Adoption cost reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events Identity theft protection Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable policies. Equal Opportunity Employer Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. 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