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Space Planning Analyst

AT IBM
IBM

Space Planning Analyst

Bangalore, India

Introduction

A career in IBM Consulting embraces long-term relationships and close collaboration with clients across the globe. In this role, you will work for IBM BPO, part of Consulting that, accelerates digital transformation using agile methodologies, process mining, and AI-powered workflows.

You'll work with visionaries across multiple industries to improve the hybrid cloud and AI journey for the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Your ability to accelerate impact and make meaningful change for your clients is enabled by our strategic partner ecosystem and our robust technology platforms across the IBM portfolio, including IBM Software and Red Hat.

Curiosity and a constant quest for knowledge serve as the foundation to success in IBM Consulting. In your role, you'll be supported by mentors and coaches who will encourage you to challenge the norm, investigate ideas outside of your role, and come up with creative solutions resulting in groundbreaking impact for a wide network of clients. Our culture of evolution and empathy centers on long-term career growth and learning opportunities in an environment that embraces your unique skills and experience.

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Your role and responsibilities

• Develop and deliver insightful, data-driven reports and dashboards that evaluate the effectiveness of space planning strategies across categories and store formats.

• Analyze planogram performance and shelf space allocation to support category growth, maximize ROI, and improve in-store execution.

• Leverage tools like JDA/Blue Yonder, NIQ, Spins, and Circana to extract and interpret data, delivering actionable insights for merchandising and sales leadership.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine space planning initiatives based on data trends, market intelligence, and performance metrics.

• Monitor key KPIs, SLAs, and customer metrics to ensure alignment with business goals and continuous process improvement.

• Visualize complex data in a clear, engaging manner using Microsoft Power BI, Excel, and PowerPoint for both strategic and operational presentations.

• Ensure accuracy and consistency in planogram data and reporting outputs, supporting both internal stakeholders and external retail partners.

Required education

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred education

Master's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Statistics, Business Analytics, or a related field.

• 4-6 years of experience in space planning analysis, data analytics, or retail reporting roles.

Hhands-on experience with space planning tools (e.g., JDA/Blue Yonder, Apollo Retail), CPG reporting platforms (NIQ, Spins, Circana), and BI tools (Power BI, Excel).

• In-depth understanding of CPG & retail merchandising strategies, planogram design, and space-to-sales analysis.

Preferred technical and professional experience

• Strong analytical mindset with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication, storytelling, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced retail or CPG environment.

ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT

IBM Consulting is IBM's consulting and global professional services business, with market leading capabilities in business and technology transformation. With deep expertise in many industries, we offer strategy, experience, technology, and operations services to many of the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Our people are focused on accelerating our clients' businesses through the power of collaboration. We believe in the power of technology responsibly used to help people, partners and the planet.

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Client-provided location(s): Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Job ID: IBM-33569
Employment Type: Other

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