JOB DESCRIPTION Job Description: Join Mars Wrigley in this exciting role where you can impact category growth through shelf strategy, range reviews and other key areas of analysis. As the Category & Space Planning Analyst, you will support the Category Development Leaders in the implementation of the Category Vision & strategy on shelf through reporting, building content for range reviews & owning end-to-end planogram development and analysis. This role will also work closely with the Head of Perfect Store, visualising our Pictures of Success in line with the Mars Wrigley Merchandising Must Haves, so that we have a clear ambition on how we can drive category growth from the shelf into the future. Reporting to the Head of Category Development, and based in Melbourne, in a hybrid working model, this role will have accountability and ownership of the short- and long- term macro and micro space strategies by effectively and efficiently designing layout solutions that execute against the Category Growth plan. What are we looking for? Experience of working and delivering results in a blue chip FMCG/ CPG organisation. Excellent analytical skills and the ability to interpret data from a mix of data sources and translate insights into relevant strategies and tacticsExperience of working and delivering results in a blue chip FMCG/ CPG organisation. Excellent analytical skills and the ability to interpret data from a mix of data sources and translate insights into relevant strategies and tactics (actions / initiatives) and execute with our customers in a clear, simple and engaging way. Experience of Assortment Planning and Space Planning beneficial, especially Space Planning Plus (JDA) or Apollo (Metiri Mensus) software What would be your key responsibilities? Analyse segment, customer and channel trends and performance to identify future growth opportunities and formulate appropriate recommendations, ensuring sustainable category growth Create Shopper and Customer Centric Planogram proposals for customer range reviews that deliver a positive 3 Way Win solution, and are compliant to retailer parameters. Work with Category Development Managers and Sales teams to inform and align on linear space and range objectives and provide the analysis of Pre- and Post-range review outcomes focusing on incremental gains (or loss) of linear Share and Share of Choice Work with the Head of Perfect Store & the Category Strategy team to provide the Macro and Micro space recommendations that inform Aisle of the Future and Store of the Future initiatives Maintain a central library of product images, including product dimensions and historical and current planograms. Saved centrally to enable access for all associates. Utilise JDA software to deliver relevant reporting suites including but not limited to Category Share by customer in line with Sales to identify fair share growth opportunities. What can you expect from Mars? Genuine career progression with a focus on you and your career goals. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. Global health and wellbeing program to support flexibility and work-life balance. Opportunity to make a difference with our volunteer and ambassador programs. Be part of a company that is contributing to making the world a better place today and every day through on our sustainable generation plan. A culure that offers collaboration, leadership and rewards you for the role you play within Mars. At Mars Wrigley contribute to the operation and delivery of the world's leading manufacturer of Confectionary, Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
