Category Space Manager (POGs)
United States, AR, Rogers, 72756
- Retail
- Full-time
- space management
- planograms
- space planning
The Category Space Manager leads space planning and analytics projects, manages a diverse team, and delivers client-focused space management solutions primarily in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry. This role involves coordinating with sales and analytics teams, analyzing data for strategic insights, and preparing presentations including planograms and performance reports. The position requires advanced proficiency in space management software and strong communication and project management skills to optimize workspace utilization and support client initiatives.
This poisition will work #Hybrid in our Rogers, AR office, 3 days a week.
You will oversee the execution of space planning initiatives, providing hands-on project management and coordination to ensure successful delivery of space-related projects. You will play a key role in optimizing workspace utilization, aligning planning efforts with organizational goals, and driving innovative solutions for our physical environments.
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- Lead and manage space planning and analytics projects to ensure high-quality deliverables.
- Supervise and develop team members through training, performance evaluations, and goal tracking.
- Analyze data to generate strategic insights and client-ready presentations with actionable recommendations.
- Collaborate across Space Management, Analytics, and Sales teams to support category reviews and client initiatives.
- Represent the team at client meetings, addressing shelving issues and sharing success stories.
- Oversee the creation of presentation materials, including planograms, financials, and performance reports, leveraging automation tools.
- Build strong client relationships by understanding their needs and delivering tailored space management solutions.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with 5–7 years in space management or space technology solutions; experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry strongly preferred.
Work Experience:
- Proven leadership experience managing teams with diverse skill sets and levels of expertise.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Advanced proficiency in Blue Yonder (formerly JDA), Apollo or similar platforms, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with Power BI is a plus.
- Experience working with syndicated data sources such as Circana/IRI and ACNielsen.
- Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to independently conduct data mining using CPG math concepts.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects independently, ensuring timely delivery.
- Solid background in data analysis and space management systems, with a working knowledge of the supporting technologies.
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