Planogram Specialist

JOB PURPOSE is the development, implementation, and maintenance of planograms—visual diagrams that indicate the optimal placement of products on shelves to maximize sales and improve customer experience.

DUTIES

Planogram Development:

• Create and design planograms that reflect the store's product placement strategy, using software tools
• Ensure that planograms meet the company’s merchandising goals and align with current marketing campaigns, promotions, and product launches.

Product Placement:

• Analyze product performance to determine the best placement of items to optimize visibility and sales (e.g., placing high-demand items at eye level).
• Adjust product displays based on seasonality, trends, and customer buying patterns.

Collaboration with Stakeholders:

• Work closely with category managers, store managers, and merchandisers to ensure product placement aligns with overall business objectives.

Inventory Management:

• Ensure that the products displayed match inventory levels, avoiding overstocking or understocking issues.
• Monitor stock levels and adjust planograms when necessary.

Compliance and Standardization:

• Ensure that planograms comply with company standards and any legal regulations (e.g., safety guidelines, space requirements).
• Implement standardized shelving and product positioning across different store locations.

Store Support and Training:

• Provide training and guidance to store employees on how to implement and maintain planograms.
• Visit stores to audit compliance with planograms, troubleshoot issues, and make adjustments based on sales data or feedback.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Analyze sales data, product movement, and customer behavior to adjust planograms for optimal performance.
• Report the performance of planograms to management and suggest changes to improve sales

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred): Degrees in fields such as business, merchandising, marketing, retail management, or related areas may be advantageous.
• Retail or Merchandising Experience: Prior experience working in retail, especially in roles like merchandising, store management, or inventory management, is usually expected.
• Planogram or Space Planning Experience: Employers often prefer candidates who have specific experience working with planograms, either as part of a merchandising team or directly as a Planogram Specialist.
• Planogram Software: Familiarity with specialized software Knowledge of Excel
• Data Analysis: Proficiency in analyzing sales and performance data to make informed decisions about product placement.
• Inventory Management Systems: Experience working with inventory and stock management systems to align the planogram with inventory levels.
• Attention to Detail: Planogram Specialists need to have a keen eye for detail to ensure accuracy in product placement and store layout.
• Analytical Thinking: The ability to analyze sales trends, customer behavior, and product performance to create effective planograms.
• Communication and Collaboration: Strong communication skills to work effectively with store managers, category managers, and other retail staff.
• Problem Solving: Ability to troubleshoot issues that may arise during the implementation of planograms or address challenges in product performance.
• Knowledge of Retail Trends: A strong understanding of consumer behavior, retail merchandising trends, and category management strategies

NOTE:   Interested candidates may apply for the role by sending resume to [email protected] email address, mentioning " Planogram Specialist” in theme tab. Pease note that only selected candidates will be contacted regarding next steps of recruitment process.