Katy, TX, USA
8 days ago
Category Space Planner

Come work at a place where we take pride in creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and growth.

Job Description:

Education:

Associate’s degree in relevant field of study or equivalent years of related work experience required

Work Experiences:

2+ years of related work experience required

Skills:

Working knowledge of the JDA Category Management SuiteProficiency with the Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skillsExceptional analytical and problems solving skillsStrong Presentation skills - must excel at communicating complex information in simple to understand yet actionable waysStrong interpersonal, written, verbal communication with the ability to interface effectively with individuals at various levels within the organizationProject Management - establishing key milestones & focusing on deliverables, following up with key stakeholders and delivering on time/on budgetStrong attention to detail and sound problem solving skills for technical and business issuesAbility to prioritize and manage a large volume of work across multiple projects in a fast paced frequently changing environmentAbility to produce high quality work that is very detailed, accurate and completed on scheduleResponds positively to change, by embracing and adopting new direction and process changes required to accomplish goals and solve problems

Responsibilities:

Direct all aspects of visual merchandising execution, including planogram creation, fixture-graphic fulfillment, and reset coordinationAssign and merchandise planograms that align with the macro and micro space plan in existing stores and in support of special projects using JDA Floor PlanningResponsible for setting planograms in a live store or model store to review the accuracy of the planogram and to identify areas of opportunity before the live datePartners on the implementation of new innovative fixture initiatives and serve as the visual merchandising strategy expertProvides store support regarding planograms and/or merchandising plans. Acts with a strong sense of urgency to anticipate customer needs. Takes responsibility for finding lasting solutions to difficult problemsTake ownership of special projects and initiatives and report back to team on new developments, strategies, and/ or roll-out plans.Partner with the Merchants to create customer centric planograms utilizing the JDA Category Management Suite to drive sales and profitabilityServe as an integral member of the Category Merchandising Team (CMT) in driving sales, gross margin, turn and merchandise presentation.Work directly with stores and address store level challenges and establish strong relationships with key customer within their store operations and planogram groupsApply data points to reconcile assortment to space variations across clustered volume grades and provide post-mortem analysis to cross functional teamsDuties may change; team member may be required to perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements & Attendance

Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job dutiesAdhere to company work hours, policies, procedures and rules governing professional staff behaviorRegular attendance requiredAbility to work flexible hours such as evening, weekends, and holidays as necessaryUp to 5% travel, overnight stays as required

Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.​

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