Specialist Merchandise Planning and Presentation New Category Development

Come work at a place where we take pride in creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and growth.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study or equivalent years of related work experience required

Work Experiences:

• 2+ years of in space planning, space optimization, visual merchandise presentation or similar experience required

• Utilization experience in visual merchandising, space planning and financial planning required

• Retail experience preferred

Skills:

• Ability to consistently apply sound judgment, work professionally, ethically and effectively as a member of a high performing team

• Ability to establish rapport, a strong sense of partnership and maintain harmonious working relationships across all levels within the organization

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

• Excellent time management skills, ability to both own and support multiple projects, and effectively prioritize and manage a large volume of work in support of objectives

• Ability to remain organized, pay strict attention to detail, and meet critical deadlines within a high volume, fast-paced environment

• Analytical mind set with strong problem solving abilities. Always thinking ahead and providing solutions to challenges set forth to meet consumer demand

• Knowledge of JDA Intactix Space platform, Oracle, SAS, Excel and PowerPoint

Responsibilities:

• Support the merchandising presentation team's strategic efforts in new business growth.

• Partner with the buying, planning, creative and operations teams on space analysis and floor plan prescriptives to drive sales, profit and inventory objectives.

• Ensure consistent processes are in place and accurate planning and analysis data points are utilized during all phases of assortment planning for all divisions and projects.

• Manage the assortment calendar for new growth businesses and specialty projects as needed.

• Drive space/floor planning processes, to include planogram creation, floor planning, space optimization and merchandise presentation.

• Leverage relative key planogram milestones by working proactively to course correct when required.

• Develop/maintain documentation and training content for merchants and category space planners using system supported reports.

• Create ad hoc reporting and analysis, as requested.

• Develop a thorough understanding of Academy policies, procedures, and safety rules.

• Duties may change; team member may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements & Attendance:

• Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties

• Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures and rules governing professional staff behavior

• Regular attendance required

• Up to 5% travel, overnight stays as required

• Ability to work flexible hours such as evening, weekends, and holidays as necessary

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.