SAS Associate Space and Assortment

This role is for an entry-level associate with some background experience, looking to kickstart a professional career in space and assortment planning. The role may work with a group, but each associate will be tasked to own and maintain their own project responsibilities and timelines. They will collaborate (supervised) with clients/customers to ensure the overall project vision is achieved. Works to maintain projects through different cycle timelines and continues to learn and grow in the space world leveraging different tools and software as required., The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management, and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers, and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics, and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for timeline management of multiple projects.
• Analyze data and execute test/prototypes to identify key business opportunities and recommend solutions and action plans based on insights
• Utilize company and customer-provided tools to support project needs, drive sales, and achieve objectives.
• Understand customer strategies and continuously evaluate efficiencies. Provide insights and explore innovative solutions to strengthen customer relationships.
• Maintain and update data in corresponding tools for accuracy and consistency.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct Reports

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports

Indirect Reports

This position does not have guidance or mentoring responsibilities for indirect reports, Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.

Minimum Qualifications The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job

Education Level: (Required): High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience

Field of Study/Area of Experience:

• 1-2 years of experience in merchandising and planogram development skills

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Background merchandising with experience/knowledge of planogram/floorplan software Basic understanding of Microsoft Office apps (Powerpoint, Word, Excel, Sharepoint, ex) preferred Basic understanding of data analysis or relevant experience bonus Able to stay organized and multitask

Environmental & Physical Requirements

Office / Sedentary Requirements

Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.