Planogram Coordinator - Savannah, United States - PARKER'S KITCHENS

Description

OB SUMMARY: Responsible for the design and development of merchandising presentations and creating planograms

for product categories. These designs will incorporate the most current merchandise brand standards

and company financial objectives. The presentation will reflect the Category Managers input and align

with the category strategy, while supporting an easy shopping experience for our guest.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities:

Work with cross-functional team to introduce new products and categories while cost effectively exiting obsolete products and categories in a manner that coordinates activities to

minimize markdowns, labor and implementation costs.

Create planogram versions to accommodate varying store assortments and physical store size

differences.

Ensure consistency of product flow.

Document planograms using PC based space management software for all products to maximize

sales and minimize inventory investment. Utilize historical sales information to determine

product facings and maximize the space and operating efficiency.

Develop minimum presentation inventory levels for each category planogram version.

Maintain the integrity of the planogrammed merchandise categories assigned by making

appropriate changes when necessary based on the additions and deletions of product. Ensure

the Planogram database is current with the most updated planogram files and naming

conventions for proper database relationships.

Prepare merchandise communication materials that are communicated via the web for field

operations implementation. Respond and offer support to inquiries regarding all aspects of

planogram implementation. Resolve planogram related issues and concerns.

Partner with Merchandise Manager and Price Book to ensure that each store is assigned to the

correct planogram in a timely manner for producing store orders, shelf tags, communication and

planograms that are executable at store level.

Develop/improve reporting for tracking changes to planograms.

Support the process of updating center of store/lab store, back of house planograms and

additional sections/categories as needed. Schedule and/or attend any meetings necessary to

develop planograms.

Execute the process of imaging the merchandise that is used in planograms and shelf tags.

Work cross functionally with the category teams, store operations and vendor partners to

ensure planograms comply with all regulatory statutes.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

12/30/2022

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Proficient in use of Windows based PC to perform essential functions of the position.

Proficient in use of Microsoft Office suite of products, specifically Access.

Ability to effectively communicate to all levels of the organization.

Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities.

High energy and strong work ethic.

Ability to set appropriate goals and realize accomplishments through strong planning and

organizational skills.

Ability to take initiative and work independently of close supervision.

Ability to synthesize information and draw actionable conclusions.

Equipment/Special Expertise:

Knowledge of space planning software (Spaceman, JDA, etc.) preferred.

Other Considerations

There will be some travel as needed for meetings as well as in store reset tests/validations.

EDUCATION AND REQUIREMENTS:

Required:

Bachelor's degree in business related field or equivalent experience

1-3 years of retail merchandising and space management experience