Category Space Manager (POGs)

Space Planning Manager

This position will work #Hybrid in one of our New Jersey offices in Bloomfield, Paramus or Fairfield, 3 days a week. You will oversee the execution of space planning initiatives, providing hands-on project management and coordination to ensure successful delivery of space-related projects. You will play a key role in optimizing workspace utilization, aligning planning efforts with organizational goals, and driving innovative solutions for our physical environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage space planning and analytics projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Supervise and develop team members through training, performance evaluations, and goal tracking.
• Analyze data to generate strategic insights and client-ready presentations with actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate across Space Management, Analytics, and Sales teams to support category reviews and client initiatives.
• Represent the team at client meetings, addressing shelving issues and sharing success stories.
• Oversee the creation of presentation materials including planograms, financials, and performance reports, leveraging automation tools.
• Build strong client relationships by understanding their needs and delivering tailored space management solutions.

Qualifications

Acosta is a part of Acosta Group a collective of the industry's most trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies reimagining the way people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey. Specializing in retail sales services, digital strategy, and business intelligence, Acosta empowers brands to thrive in the world of omnichannel shopping. Our sales and digital teams build lasting relationships, ensuring our client brands get the space they deserve in stores and outperform the competition online, while our merch reps make brands shine in retail locations across the world. But it's not just about what we do it's about who we are. With a team of over 20,000 associates, we're a community of forward-thinking, value-driven professionals committed to an unmatched level of trust and transparency in the industry. And, we understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why many of our field roles provide our associates with flexible scheduling options. Join us and be a part of a team that values growth and making a real impact for our clients, retail partners and their customers. Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact AskHR@acosta.com. Be sure to include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email to expedite the request. Acosta Group believes in good faith that the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly compensation range for this opportunity is accurate and reasonable at the time of posting. The Acosta Group utilizes E-Verify for validating the ability to work in the United States for all job candidates. If you want more information on what this entails and your rights as a job applicant, please use the link provided to access information on our use of E-Verify and your right to work. Employer Resources (e-verify.gov) By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions of Use. Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.