Space Planning Analyst

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We design and develop labeling and functional materials, radio-frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and offerings that enhance branded packaging and improve the customer experience. Serving industries worldwide—including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals, and automotive—we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries.

About the role

The Space Planning Analyst manages planogram version/store combinations, store planogram assignments, and provides reporting and data analysis as needed. This role is accountable for the integrity of the planograms for their assigned department(s), ensuring the database is current, and for providing clear and precise direction for implementation of planograms in stores. As an individual contributor, the Space Planning Analyst is an integral part of the unit’s workflow and must interact at all levels of the organization, including senior management.

Location: 230 Long Hollow Pike, Goodlettsville, TN 37072

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate planograms with accurate merchandise data in Space Planning system for all required store/planogram combinations for analysis for category strategies, line reviews, and other reviews.
• Layout new/remodeled stores to support company growth program.
• Capture each department’s strategy and criteria and translate the information to category merchandise plans.
• Continually evaluate and identify opportunities within assigned departments to ensure maximum financial performance.
• Coordinate and participate in category strategies and line review sessions with Client Representatives and divisional merchandise managers, using analytics to guide the most productive presentation of SKUs, balancing visually impactful displays with efficient inventory management.
• Create planograms and store layouts to support seasonal merchandise plans.
• Use space planning software to create and maintain shelf labels for use in stores.
• Maintain archives of category strategies, line reviews, and data provided by vendors.
• Work with Space Planning Coordinators to ensure the database is current with the most updated planogram files.
• Provide data and reporting as needed by other departments and systems.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and internal controls in accordance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002 Section 404.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and 1+ years of experience working in a business-related environment required; college degree preferred.
• Experience with JDA software systems highly desired.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Knowledge of store-level merchandising, retail analytical skills, and accurate writing/editing/proofing ability are desirable.
• Strong organizational skills and a detail-oriented aptitude.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines; flexibility is essential.
• Compliance with applicable Company policies, including maintaining a drug-free workplace and all safety policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Health & wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401K eligibility.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate.
• Paid vacation and paid holidays.