Localization Coordinator Jobs in Maryland (NOW HIRING)

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Position Summary: 
Responsible for developing and coordinating total store display plan and communicating key activities associated with the approved promotions plan for the brand to all key stakeholders.  Works with Merchandising, Marketing and Price Analysts to develop the base merchandising plan and the necessary localization. Ensures that Categories, Marketing and the Stores receive proper communication regarding all elements of the approved promo plan. Manage all day-to-day communication associated with the approved promo and display plan with all key stakeholders. Create one view of key initiatives and displays for all stores in the banner.  

What You Will Do: 

Grow Our People  

• We care deeply about people, enjoy diversity and develop talent to get the best out of all of us 

Obsess Over Customers  

• We delight our customers with innovative products and experiences that support a healthier future for people and planet 

Win Together  

• We collaborate across boundaries to deliver on our strategy and purpose 

Teamwork 

• Works with Merchandising to develop the base visual merchandising plan and the necessary localization.  

• Coordinates with Category Teams to understand the final promo details. Active participant in weekly sales plan development meeting.  

• Works with Fresh/Non-Perishable (NP) Category Teams to develop the weekly cross-merchandising menu. 

• Partner with Circana on HH and shopper behavior 

• Partners with Merchandising communications Associate to ensure effective communication of the visual merchandising plan 

• Solicits feedback from the key stakeholders regarding the effectiveness of the merchandising guide.  

• Partners with Merchandising Planning Mangers to Proof Circular ads as needed 

Operational Excellence 

• Creates the weekly base display plan with input from the NP/Fresh Sales Managers. Customize the base plan based on input from the Pricing Analysts.   

• Establish clear guardrails/rulesets over display programs (centralized vs local plans) 

• Coordinates efforts with Category Teams to create a formalized cross-merchandising program/plan.  

• Responsible for creating the final cross merchandising plan.  

• Responsible for reviewing store-level compliance with display plans utilizing RSI data & highlighting exceptions during the review meetings  

• Responsible for support in the plan development process for category promotions in focus area 

• Coordinates Merchandising & Display plans to support the approved competitive intelligence activity, Special Pricing Against Competitors (SPAC) & grand opening plans with all key stakeholders. 

• Communicates the base total store display plan and a menu for display options to the stores and merchandising.  

• Responsible for developing and communicating the weekly merchandising guide with menu options.  

Planning and Execution 

• Communicates the planned weekly ad activities and vendor programs.  

• Fields & manages all communication inquiries in Merchandising and Marketing.    

• Manage communication between Supply Chain / Demand Planning team and promotional forecast / display plans 

• Tracking of ad performance such as clip/digital coupon performance, incremental promotional programs - reporting out on incremental promotional programs 

• Brand ownership of Weekly Summary & Promo Trend reporting 

• Coordinate SPAC Meeting to include development of Competitive and Grand Opening/Grand Re-Opening Programs. - track program performance. 

• Provide data driven recommendations on promotional programs. 

What You Will Bring: 

• 2 - 4 years of experience 

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

• Strong time management capabilities 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize 

• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including the ability to efficiently sort information and generate reports. 

• Ability to interact with all levels of management in a fast paced, changing environment. 

• Ability to meet job and schedule requirements 

Salary Range: $68,325 - $91,100

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary.  Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the role, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable law.  We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. 

This position will be on-site at the Giant Food Headquarters in Hyattsville, MD.

WHY GIANT

Come join a culture of care with opportunities to better yourself professionally and personally. A place where you can truly GROW, CARE, BELONG.

GROW through benefits like tuition reimbursement, scholarship & grant programs, leadership development, career advancement, continuous learning opportunities and access to Market USA Credit Union.

CARE is provided through our comprehensive healthcare, life insurance, paid parental leave, wellness programs, a 401k plan with up to a 5% company match, paid time off, employee assistance programs, and wellbeing resources to support you on and off the job.

BELONG through Business Resource Groups (BRGs), rewards & recognition programs, community outreach and countless volunteer opportunities that connect us with the communities we serve.

Join our team and explore the full range of benefits available and become part of our 90+ year legacy. Because food makes us a grocery store, but our people make us GIANT.