Merchandise Planner - Space Planning
One of CRG's largest retail clients is looking for a Merchandise/Space Planner to join their team! This role will work to assist in the development of store layout/product layout planning using software tools to help build out the space. This opportunity is a contract position lasting at least 6 months, with some potential to be extended or convert permanently. 

Opportunity Type: 6-months contract with potential to be extended or convert
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm REMOTE (****would require on-site presence in Charlotte, NC area if converted permanently****)
Pay/Compensation: $23.00-$40.00 depending on experience + benefits! 
Location: REMOTE while on contract, would require being local to Charlotte, NC if converted permanently! 
 

Responsibilities:

• Lock and reflow store spaces or departments using established playbooks

• Manage store-specific adjacency space allocation and execution

• Review store map layouts within the company’s internal systems to:

  • Identify categories assigned to each space

  • Reflow or adjust layouts based on provided playbooks

• Ensure high-quality output while meeting established timelines

• Collaborate with internal team members to resolve unique or non-standard layout scenarios

• In limited cases, make space-related decisions using store sales data

• Read and interpret visual intent documentation (creation not required)

• Execute work against a defined weekly volume of stores

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Merchandising Planning & Execution
• Project & Timeline Management
• Strategic Translation & Stakeholder Communication
• Experience with large scale reflow or reset initiatives
• Advanced Data & Analytical Skills
• Retail Systems & Tools familiarity