Analyst Space Optimization

Analyst Space Optimization

Location: Southern CA

About Diageo

With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, Diageo is home to some of the world's most iconic drinks. From Johnnie Walker and Guinness to Tanqueray, Smirnoff and Don Julio, we craft brands chosen for life's moments - from everyday connections to landmark celebrations.

Bring your talent, curiosity and ambition, and strive for your personal best alongside people who challenge, support and learn from each other. Together, as one outstanding team, we keep learning, improving and raising the bar for our brands, our business and each other.

Join us and play your part in making life's moments mean a little more.

Purpose:
Seeking a category analyst to join Diageo's Space Optimization team. As part of the broader category management department, this role will work in partnership with categoryadvisor teamsto ensure ourcustomer'sshelf management strategies are implemented - by providing assortment and shelf recommendations through a fact-based approach.

• Candidate will develop a solid understanding of the business, products, markets, and the needs of customers; being recognized as a shelf management expert in the Spirits category.

• Complexity is high (very SKU intensive category)and flexibility is critical in a dynamic fast-paced environment.

• The role requires a significant level of collaboration and the ability to build productive relationships with both internal and external partners.

• Maintain strong working relationships with cross-functional partners to supportobjectives,goalsand outcomes.

• Implement planogram recommendations to increase efficiency & conversion, improveshopabilityand spacetosalesoptimizationutilizingJDA and Shelf IQ technology.

• Support regular reporting to highlight performance and growth opportunities.

• Use various data sources including syndicated data,retailer POS, planogramdata.

• Assume ownership of assigned tools, processes, and tasks.

• Minimum 2-3 yearsofexperiencerequiredin Category Management Space Planning,preferablyin CPG or Adult Beveragecategories.

• Strong technical capabilities with experience in software systems relevant to the Category Managementfunctionincluding space planning software (JDA and/or Shelf IQ) and syndicated data sources.

• Strong project management, time management, and organizational skills are essential.

• Advanced computer skills; proficient in Excel andPowerpoint.

• Ability to connect insight to actionable store execution.

• Must haveabilityto work independently in a remote environment.

• Ability to travel 10%