Space Planning Analyst

Our Company:

Tactiq is a fast growing, innovative software solutions provider focusing on bridging the gap between retailers, manufacturers, and distributors. We use world-class technology to support both retailers and suppliers within the DSD industry by standardizing communications and streamlining invoicing. Tactiq is uniquely positioned to increase both operational efficiency and service quality, with a proven track record of driving sales growth and cost savings for our partners.

Our People:

Our team members join Tactiq to learn, develop, and be part of an environment that rewards performance and innovation while providing opportunities to personally excel and grow. We work closely as a team, respect each other as professionals, and move decisively on meeting the needs of our partners, all guided by our values – Do the right thing, Win as a team lose as a team, Own it, Embrace the messy, and Think like your customer.

Position Purpose:

The Space Planning Analyst in Nashville/Goodlettsville, plays an instrumental role in the business process by working with our Buyers and vendors to develop versioned merchandise planograms, based on store clustering, layout, and size.  This role will be responsible for managing planogram version / store combinations, store planogram assignments, and to provide reporting and data as needed for use by other departments and systems.  The Space Planning Analyst will participate in the Seasonal planning process, developing example planograms and store layouts.

 
The Space Planning Analyst will be accountable for maintaining the integrity of the planograms for their assigned department(s), ensuring the database is current with the most updated planogram files, and for providing clear and precise direction for implementation of planograms in the stores.  This individual will use space planning software to create and maintain shelf labels for use in the stores. 

In this role, you will work closely with your assigned buyers to coordinate the flow of data into and out of the planogram system during merchandise review. You will use analytical data analysis to make recommendations on merchandise placement and space allocation, ensuring that the planograms effectively support the business goals from a display and space planning perspective. Collaborating with your business partners, you will contribute to the achievement of company goals, store brand vision, and category strategies. As needed, you will provide information and reports to your buyers and management.

The Space Planning Analyst will also be responsible for merchandise layout and design of new and remodel stores to support company growth goals.

Requirements

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Work on site with a major retail partner to maintain company relations, assist in retailer category management, and achieve desired sales/operational expectations
• Analyze sales and merchandise data to determine most profitable planogram designs that maximize sales and promote organized store merchandise displays.  Guide the most productive presentation of SKUs, balancing the need for visually impactful displays with the financial necessity of efficient inventory management.
• Create planograms and store designs for seasonal merchandise displays to maximize space and sales.
• Coordinate and participate in category strategies and line review sessions with Customer Representatives and the respective divisional merchandise managers. Influence buyers’ merchandising decisions by using factual information. 
• Study and document impact of planogram design changes on sales and corporate results in subsequent designs.
• Maintain accurate planograms with accurate merchandise data in Space Planning system for all required store / planogram combinations for analysis for category strategies, line reviews and any other reviews.
• Layout new / remodel stores to support company growth program                                          
• Maintain archives of category strategies and line reviews as well as data provided by vendors for the category strategies.                                                                           

Qualification Guidelines:

• Previous experience in the retail industry in a support capacity is required that includes analysis of information. 
• Previous experience in space planning and floor planning is preferred with knowledge of software such as Pro/Space, Spaceman or Apollo.  
• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
• Sales analyst experience in retail or food/beverage industry (preferred)
• JDA Space Planning knowledge (preferred)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Computer experience on mainframe systems and IBM PC.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.  Microsoft Access a plus.
• Ability to analyze sales information for a retail operation.
• Strong oral/written communication and presentation skills and the ability to communicate effectively with merchandising staff, co-workers, and store personnel.
• Must be able to multi-task and prioritize workload; must be flexible and able to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function effectively as part of a cross-functional team.
• Knowledge of store-level merchandising, retail analytical skills, and accurate writing/editing/proofing ability are desirable.

Physical and Environmental Elements:

• Office environment with controlled temperature.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
• Must be able to look at a computer screen for long periods of time.
• No heavy lifting involved.

Benefits

At Tactiq, we believe in creating a work environment where everyone is welcome to be themselves. With a focus on diversity and inclusivity, individuals are able to contribute and bring their best selves to a winning team environment.

We invest heavily in the development of our people and provide opportunities and support for our team to invest back into causes they care about.

We offer an extensive employee benefits package because we know that our people and what they care about matter most. We deeply care and want our team to be taken care of.

If you’re looking to work for a company that values family, authenticity, inclusivity, hardwork, determination, and problem-solving, then we’re the right fit for you!

Included benefits:

• Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401k plan with company match
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (including time for volunteering) & Public Holidays
• Generous Parental Leave
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development opportunities
• Work From Home & Flexible work arrangements
• Free Food & Snacks
• Wellness Resources