Director, Space Management – Category Solutions

Acosta

Director leading retail space planning, Walmart category reviews, and MOD relay solutions. Managing teams, client delivery, financial performance, and growth for CPG manufacturers at Acosta.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timeRogers • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $113,000 - $141,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in retail space planning and category management, leveraging advanced tools like Blue Yonder for effective project delivery and client relationship management. Proven ability to lead teams and drive business development through strategic planning and execution.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Walmart Category ReviewsBlue Yonder Space PlanningClient Relationship ManagementProject DeliveryCategory Management Certification

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Hard Skills

Space ManagementCategory ManagementRetail AnalyticsPlanogram DevelopmentBudgetingResource PlanningMOD DevelopmentMOD Relay ProcessesFinancial Performance ManagementBusiness Development

Soft Skills

People LeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Blue YonderAutomation ToolsAI-Enabled Solutions

Certifications & Qualifications

Category Management Certification

Industry Keywords

Retail Space PlanningClient EngagementProject-Based TeamsGrowth OpportunitiesProposal Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and develop a team delivering Walmart category reviews, MOD relay execution, planogram development, floor planning, and category management solutions
Manage client relationships and ensure successful project delivery through planning, staffing, budgeting, and execution
Oversee financial performance, including revenue, profitability, and resource utilization for assigned client engagements
Drive best practices in retail space planning using Blue Yonder, automation, and AI-enabled solutions to enhance efficiency and quality
Partner with clients and internal stakeholders to identify growth opportunities, expand services, and support business development through solution design, proposals, and presentations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of experience in space management, category management, retail analytics, or a related field
2+ years of people leadership experience
Proven expertise in Walmart category reviews, MOD development, MOD relay processes, and retail space planning
Advanced proficiency with Blue Yonder Space Planning/Floor Planning and planogram automation tools
Strong experience in client relationship management, project delivery, budgeting, resource planning, and business development
Category Management certification preferred
Experience leading project-based teams across multiple clients, categories, or retail channels preferred
Ability to work in the United States, validated through E-Verify

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible scheduling options for many field roles
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities
Equal opportunity employment