Initiatives Specialist-Framingham, MA

Growth Initiatives Specialist – Framingham, MA

The Growth Initiatives Implementation Specialist will support internal and field teams in executing strategic growth initiatives across retail locations. This role ensures seamless implementation of merchandising changes, store updates, and operational improvements while maintaining clear communication and collaboration across multiple departments.

• Support Growth Initiatives:
  Assist internal and field teams with activities related to growth initiatives, ensuring timely and accurate execution.
• Leadership & Communication:
  Manage and communicate strategic changes to internal teams and stores, providing clear direction and guidance to field operations.
• Organizational Management:
  Maintain and update information across various groups, including floor plans, fixture and signage changes, and inventory updates.
• Merchandise Communication:
  Prepare weekly merchandise communication materials for field operations and respond to inquiries regarding initiative implementation.
• Category & Assortment Alignment:
  Partner with internal teams to ensure stores are correctly assigned to category assortments for accurate replenishment and forecasting.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with Fixtures & Equipment, Signing, and Loss Prevention teams to coordinate fixtures, signage, security devices, and other in-store displays associated with initiative updates.

• 1‑3 years of retail merchandising or planogram experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain accurate records across teams.
• Capable of guiding teams through strategic changes effectively.

• Detail‑oriented with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Familiarity with retail operations and inventory management systems.
• Ability to leverage AI tools and concepts as part of the workflow.

• Generous amount of paid time off.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance with many more optional benefits.
• Associate store discount and additional perks (discounts on mobile plans, movie tickets, etc.).

The salary range represents the expected compensation for this role at the time of posting. The specific base pay may be influenced by a variety of factors to include the candidate's experience, skill set, education, business considerations, geography, and internal equity.