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**DESCRIPTION** You will **lead** the development and utilization of data that enables our sales team and broker partners to secure **Category Advisor** or **Category Captain** status with our customers. You also provide project management & coordination for **Space Planning projects** . **RESPONSIBILITIES** + Manage all activities involved in **space planning** and merchandising for the assigned categories for the assigned clients and customers. + **Train, supervise,** and **evaluate direct reports** against completion of performance agreements, maintaining **scorecards,** and submitting **success stories** . + Responsible for **analyzing data to develop recommendations** geared towards our clients and/or customers' strategic objectives. + Oversee the team's preparation of **space management client-deliverables** to support **category reviews** , including charts, graphs, velocity reports, financial metrics, and **planogram** layouts. + Engage regularly with clients to fully understand their needs; **develop proposals** to meet the client(s) and customer(s) expectations. Serve as the client's advocate to Acosta to ensure our services and performance align with their expectations. + Provide **analytical support for category management projects** and initiatives, including the **development and maintenance of planograms** , store clustering, implementing merchandising standards, and utilizing Acosta's internal and proprietary tools; leverage automation capabilities wherever possible. **QUALIFICATIONS** + **Five or more years** of relevant experience in **Retail** or **Consumer Package Goods** (CPG) + Demonstrated knowledge of Space Management solutions and Retail data analytics (i.e. Blue Yonder/JDA, Nielson, Circana, etc) + **Microsoft Office Suite** applications (i.e. **PowerPoint** and **Excel)** is to conduct data mining utilizing syndicated data sources and CPG math concepts. + **Data analysis** and **project management** background are a _plus_ . + Experience **managing a team** of varying skill sets and capabilities. + **Communicate** clearly and effectively to manage projects while assuming responsibility for tracking, tollgates, **team performance,** and **team accountability** . **\#DiscoverYourPath** **ABOUT US** Acosta is a part of Acosta Group - a collective of the industry's most trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies reimagining the way people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey. Specializing in retail sales services, digital strategy, and business intelligence, Acosta empowers brands to thrive in the world of omnichannel shopping. Our sales and digital teams build lasting relationships, ensuring our client brands get the space they deserve in stores and outperform the competition online, while our merch reps make brands shine in retail locations across the world. But it's not just about what we do - it's about who we are. With a team of over 20,000 associates, we're a community of forward-thinking, value-driven professionals committed to an unmatched level of trust and transparency in the industry. And, we understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why many of our field roles provide our associates with flexible scheduling options. Join us and be a part of a team that values growth and making a real impact for our clients, retail partners and their customers. Acosta Group and its subsidiaries believe the posted compensation range accurately reflects this role at the time of posting. Final pay may vary based on qualifications and location, and the range may be updated in the future. Acosta Group is an E-Verify employer. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Statement and Terms of Conditions. US: Canada: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. Acosta is part of Acosta Group. To learn more about Acosta click here: Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer **Job Category:** Marketing **Position Type:** Full time **Business Unit:** Sales **Salary Range:** $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 **Company:** Acosta Employee Holdco LLC **Req ID:** 5729

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