Planogram Coordinator

Location: Hybrid role, with time spent at our office (47 Railside Rd), in stores (primarily within the GTA) and working from home

**Responsibilities**:

- Create planograms for our Healthy Planet stores and departments using Blue Yonder software, ensuring accurate placement of products and adherence to merchandising guidelines.
- Liaise with various teams regarding planogram timing and execution, providing seasonal guides and merchandising updates.
- Analyze past and current sales patterns to recommend volume, placement of facings and products within planograms.
- Assist in the success of new product launches by developing strategic, coordinated planograms that maximize visibility and sales potential.
- Provide innovative visual aesthetics through planograms, developing creative ways to merchandise products and enhance the customer shopping experience.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and participate in business discussions, provide space planning expertise, and contribute to strategic merchandising plans.
- Collaborate with Category Managers to understand product assortments, promotions, and sales objectives, and ensure planograms align with business goals.
- Liaise with Category Managers to keep planograms updated with the latest product information, pricing, and promotions.
- Conduct regular sales analyses to evaluate planogram effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Work closely with the stores to gather feedback on planogram performance and make adjustments as needed.
- Train store personnel on planogram implementation and provide ongoing support to ensure compliance with merchandising guidelines.
- Monitor planogram compliance in stores and provide support to resolve any issues or discrepancies.
- Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in planogram design and implementation and incorporate learnings into planogram development.
- Play a key role in implementing and optimizing Blue Yonder software to streamline our merchandising processes and improve operational efficiency. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation, user adoption, and ongoing support for the software platform.
- Assist in other merchandising-related tasks and projects as needed.

**Requirements**:

- Degree or diploma in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
- Previous experience in planogram management, preferably in the Retail sector.
- Proficiency in planogram software such as Blue Yonder is preferred.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret sales data.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Detail-oriented with a keen eye for merchandising standards and product placement.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of retail operations and sales strategies is a plus.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs

**What We Offer**:

- Awesome work environment and company culture
- Medical Benefits and flex spending account for Full-time permanent employees
- Employee discounts
- Internal opportunities for growth