We are looking for a Merchandising Planogram Specialist to join our Market Research team on-site at our Jersey City, NJ corporate facility. Role Snapshot:
Position: Merchandising Planogram Specialist (Full-Time, Mon–Fri, 8 AM–5 PM)
Location: Jersey City, NJ
Compensation: $70,000 – $80,000 base salary + full benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, and 401(k) with up to 4% company match) Core Focus: Developing and maintaining shelf planograms, utilizing space management tools (Spaceman/Blue Yonder), performing syndicated data analysis (Nielsen/Circana/Excel), and collaborating across Key Accounts, Sales, and Retail Buyers.
What We’re Looking For: 3–4+ years of dedicated experience with planogram software (NIQ Spaceman or JDA/Blue Yonder).Strong track record of stable tenure in previous roles. Bachelor’s Degree required. English/Spanish bilingual capability is a plus.
Duties and Responsibilities
Planogram Development: Create and maintain planograms using merchandising software such as Spaceman (NIQ).Ensure optimal shelf layout, product assortment, facings, and placement to maximize visibility and sales.
Data Analysis & Optimization: Analyze sales data, demographic insights, and consumer trends to improve assortment decisions and shelf productivity. Identify opportunities to increase sales performance and return.
Strategic Merchandising: Support assortment and merchandising decisions using quantitative and qualitative data from Market Research. Align merchandising strategies with company objectives and market opportunities.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Sales teams, Key Account Managers, and Sales Managers to enhance merchandising effectiveness. Build and maintain relationships with retail buyers and their merchandising teams.
Field Work: Conduct store visits to assess merchandising execution, understand consumer behavior, and identify opportunities. Focus on resets, shelf conditions, and overall merchandising standards.
Merchandising Administration: Collaborate with merchandising administration to support planning, execution, and analysis of merchandising projects.
Software & Process Management: Utilize in-store merchandising software to monitor execution and improve best practices. Contribute to the continuous improvement of merchandising processes and tools.
Knowledge and Skills:
  • Proven experience with planogram development and merchandising analytics
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency in merchandising software (Spaceman, JDA/Blue Yonder preferred)
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Team-oriented with a flexible and adaptable approach
Qualifications: Minimum of 3 years of merchandising experience, including planograms and assortment planning Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from an accredited four-year college or university

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