Visual Space Planner

Job Description Job Summary:   The Visual   Store Planner   role   is responsible for   partnering with the Planogram, Category   M anagement   and   Inve ntory teams to oversee item eligibility and deployment to stores   for assigned categories . This role acts as a   liaison   to the store teams to ensure we have the right assortment in place to say yes to our customers and grow sales in the Front Room.   What will you do?   Provide planogram specific reporting needs to category management during the line review process, including but not limited   to:   adjacencies, heatmaps, and space productivity based on sales   Partner with Real Estate on   NSO , Remodel, and Relocation projects, leading conversations around space optimization and merchandising guidelines   Conduct w eekly audits   to   determin e   store eligibility is correct ; manage controls to ensure correct inventory distribution    Manage and resolve   ServiceNow   ticket   requests & inquiries   to support   company owned   stores     Validate   planogram (POG)   and   promotional off shelf placement   eligibility and deployment according to Planning Calendar   Monitor &   validate   execution of disposition plans for   non   go   forward   SKUs   as part of planogram reset   Responsible for conversion   and management   of store specific POGs, including sales reviews &   life cycle changes   Participate in   cross functional meetings   & weekly planner touch bases to connect with merchandising and inventory partners   to   h ighlight   and escalate   issues, share   and/or   receive updates   to business strategy   Assist   in early store resets of planogram updates to   identify   potential gaps in new   SKU   inventory   Qualifications   JDA/Blue Yonder experience strongly preferred   Proficient in MS Office software including Excel   and   Access   Excellent organizational and time management skills   Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage with various audiences    Demonstrated ability to   leverage   critical thinking and problem solve using large data sets   Top 5 Required Technical Skills:   Visual   Merchandising: Acumen in   optimizing   the presentation of products and services to create a pleasing customer, while maximizing profitability.   Merchandising Strategies:   Understanding of   merchandising strategies and techniques used to increase sales, such as product placement, fixture usage, promotions, advertising, and competitive pricing.   Planogram Creation:   Experience creating product planograms using visual merchandising software, ensuring accuracy in product SKUs, inventory   required , fixtures needed, and product placement, while considering   shopability   and profitability .     Detail-Oriented:   Ability to complete tasks while paying attention to all areas involved, no matter how small, ensuring thorough and   accurate   execution.   Business Acumen:   Understanding how a business   operates , including financial literacy, how an organization makes money, organizational knowledge, and   short and long term   growth strategies.   Top 5 Required Leadership Skills:   Ownership:   Sense opportunities and obstacles that create barriers to results   Self-Development:   View weaknesses as an opportunity to learn and grow; Actively work to improve weaknesses   Innovate:   Analyze advantages and disadvantages to   new ideas   Influence Others:   Can compromise (win concessions) without damaging relationships   Collaborate:   Prioritize business relationships beyond your team to gather differing perspectives and   information, and   work together; Recognize potential impacts of choices upstream, downstream, and across teams.   Certifications, Experience, and Education:   Certifications: None   Experience: 2-4 years of   of   retail and/or project management experience   Education:   Bachelor’s degree in Business , Marketing,   Merchandising   or related field; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience   Company Overview:  Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professional installers and do-it-yourself customers. Advance operates 4,500+ stores and distribution centers in the United States, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Company also serves independently owned CarQuest branded stores across these locations in addition to Mexico and various Caribbean Islands. When you join our team, you become one of 60,000 knowledgeable and experienced Team Members who are committed to providing outstanding customer service to our customers, communities, and each other every day.   Location & Work Availability:   This position is 4 days in office, 1 day remote per week, based at our corporate headquarters in Raleigh, North Carolina (North Hills)  Benefits Summary:  We believe in supporting our Team Members and those they love through comprehensive health & wellness benefits. Learn more here: https://jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/benefits   We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.  #LI-EM1 We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. California Residents click below for Privacy Notice: https://jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/disclosures