Category Development & Space Planning Analyst at C&S Wholesale Grocers

Position OverviewKeep our communities fed.Our focus is simple but meaningful from our distribution centers to our offices every employee of C&S and our family of companies works to help feed local families neighbors and communities.As a space planning and category development professional you will create and optimize product layouts in stores using data to maximize sales and profitability. Key responsibilities include analyzing sales and shopper data creating store-specific planograms developing category strategies and collaborating with merchandising sales and operations teams to align plans with business goals and customer needs.Job DescriptionFull-Time Hybrid RoleLocation: Miami FLYou will contribute by:Owning creating managing and delivering warehouse-specific category planograms including mix options variety shopper selection and output quality.Experience developing store and banner specific assortment planograms preferredIncorporating key corporate growth objectives into assortment planning providing clear retail guidance and in-store activation priorities.Determining assortment growth goals in line with the C&S growth plan.Monitoring tracking and communicating assortment and execution KPIs versus timelines.Developing and presenting data-driven strategies for category composition assortment and shelf placement to influence key stakeholders and drive sales and profitability.Analyzing sales category trends and shopper behavior using syndicated data tools (like Circana/IRI Nielsen) and Point-of-Sale (POS) data to identify growth and operational opportunities.Incorporating key insights to determine industry and consumer trends product market performance and space-to-sales allocation.Utilizing shopper insights to make macro-planning decisions regarding category placement adjacencies and flow as well as micro-planning decisions for product placement visibility and adjacencies.Leading manufacturer relationships focused on category mix assortment and best practices integrating key learnings into planning and activation.Developing business cases and recommendations for new products.Collaborating with internal supply chain partners to recommend exit strategies for underperforming products.Working with systems product and sales management teams to ensure execution of the growth agenda.Communicating internally and externally regarding cycle guidance and execution.Leading assortment planning SOPs ensuring process adherence and proper outputs.Ensuring key information and asset management resources are fully engaged and current.Managing and executing store remodels new store openings and resets ensuring all space plans and merchandise plans are complete accurate and compliant with safety and regulatory requirements.Continuously monitoring and evaluating the performance of space and merchandise plans providing recommendations for improvement to leadership.Were searching for candidates with:Working knowledge of current technologies and products used in the industry; strong commercial acumenStrong strategic and analytical orientation with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insightsExpertise in software like JDA Space Planning or AutoCAD and advanced Microsoft Excel skillsExperience with SymphonyAI and space or floor planning tools is preferredExperience with retail metrics (POS forecast margin) and category management principlesProven leader team-builder and resourceful problem-solverStrong organization project management and stakeholder service skillsExceptional presentation communication and story-telling skills to influence internal and external stakeholdersSelf-motivated action-focused mindset3-5 years of experience in space planning category management merchandising or a related areaEnvironment:Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F)We offer:Weekly PayBenefits available from day 1 (medical dental vision and more)Company matched 401kPTO and Holiday Pay offeredCareer Progression OpportunitiesTuition ReimbursementEmployee Health & Wellness programEmployee Discounts / Purchasing programsEmployee Assistance ProgramEvery person matters.We keep our values alive through a culture that embraces differences and ensures that every person matters.The Fine PrintThis Job advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This job advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. This position may be with any affiliate of C&S Wholesale Grocers.#LI-HybridQualificationsBachelors Degree - Business Masters Degree - BusinessShift1st Shift (United States of America)CompanyC&S Wholesale Grocers LLCAbout Our CompanyC&S Wholesale Grocers LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores C&S now services customers of all sizes supplying more than 7500 independent supermarkets chain stores military bases and institutions with over 100000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen supporting causes that positively impact our communities.Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers LLC. C&S Wholesale Grocers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Direct Sales,Administrative Skills,Logistics Distribution,Facilities Management,Civil Project Management,Asic Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1