Director, Space Management – Category Solutions

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. Lead and develop a team delivering Walmart category reviews, MOD relay execution, planogram development, floor planning, and category management solutions .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRogers • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in retail space planning and category management, with a strong focus on client relationship management and project delivery. Proficient in utilizing Blue Yonder tools for effective planogram development and execution.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Retail Space PlanningCategory ManagementClient Relationship ManagementBlue Yonder Space PlanningProject Delivery

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Hard Skills

Space ManagementCategory ManagementRetail AnalyticsBudgetingResource PlanningMOD DevelopmentMOD Relay ProcessesPlanogram AutomationBusiness DevelopmentProject Leadership

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingClient Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Blue YonderAutomation SolutionsAI-Enabled Solutions

Certifications & Qualifications

Category Management Certification

Industry Keywords

RetailCategory ReviewsFloor PlanningClient EngagementProject-Based Teams

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 revenue, profitability, and resource utilization for assigned client engagements
Drive retail space-planning best practices using Blue Yonder, automation, and AI-enabled solutions
Partner with clients and internal stakeholders to identify growth opportunities and expand services
Support business development through solution design, proposals, and presentations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
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
Work-life balance emphasis