Schematics Analyst

Schematic Analyst Position

At Heritage Grocers Group, how we work is defined by shared values that include absolute integrity, respect, and collaboration. However, it's more than that; it's smart and highly driven people united in purpose to serve one another.

Bring your energy and unique perspective and you'll have the opportunity to grow with us professionally, personally, and financially. You'll be part of a team that genuinely cares about helping you succeed, and you'll work alongside talented colleagues, while making a difference in our communities.

The Schematic Analyst is responsible for managing and analyzing company performance data, while working collaboratively with the Category Managers to develop world class schematics in assigned categories, for new store, remodel, category reset and speed to shelf initiatives. This includes accommodating decisions for new and discontinued items, working closely with the Category Manager, and supplier partners. Analytical skills and experience developed in this role provide important insight into assortment performance and future modifications.

The Schematic Analyst also develops and maintains financial and other reports to display the progress of the department.

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Collaborate with Category Manager and others to develop analytically driven, fact based, space efficient, customer centric, store friendly schematics.
• Help maximize sales through the utilization of Space Management Software to build and maintain accurate optimized schematics.
• Perform Business analysis and problem-solving activities related to category review process. Analyzing performance of implemented schematics based on sales metrics and reporting tools.
• Proactively perform quality reviews for the assigned area of responsibility to assure accuracy and ensure clear communication.
• Responsible for driving timeline deliverables according to timelines for schematic execution.
• Ensure schematic changes are executed in a manner consistent with internal policies and procedures.
• Assist in developing databases that help streamline information flow from the Schematic Department to the Directors, Category Managers, stores, and vendor partners.

• Preferred bachelor's degree with a minimum of one (1) year of experience in merchandising and a strong knowledge of the Hispanic Foods industry; or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of the fundamental concepts and processes to support schematic development, assortment management and retail implementation
• Ability to comfortably engage in vendor, Category Manager, and corporate meetings.
• Excellent computer skills with working proficiency with MS Office Suite including advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and space management programs.
• Good analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to prioritize, manage and complete multiple assignments and meetings.
• Meet deadlines while adapting to changing work priorities.
• Demonstrates proficient verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to work independently and with multiple cross functional team members.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and use the hands to handle objects, tools or controls.
• Successful performance requires vision abilities that include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• The work environment is typical of an office.
• Ability to lift 20lbs.

Important Disclaimer Notice The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors, and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The Employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business or the work environment change.

Disclaimer:
Pay Scale $70,304 to $75K

The pay scale above is the hourly wage range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position. Within this range, individual pay is determined by location and other factors including, but not limited to, specific skills, relevant work experience, and relevant education and/or training. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with California Labor Code 432.3 and state and local minimum wage standards.