Space Manager

Date: Jun 18, 2026

Location:

Bedford, NH, US, 03110

Compensation: $64,000 - $80,000 annually based on experience

Build a career where your work matters to the business, the customer, and the communities we serve.

Be part of Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast, a locally rooted, people-first organization where meaningful work, long-term growth, and community impact come together.

Why Coke Northeast?

You’ll join a company that serves local communities across the Northeast and invests in the people behind the work.
You’ll be part of a culture that values development, collaboration, and fresh perspectives at every level.
You’ll build a career with the scale, stability, and opportunity of a trusted, iconic brand.

Job Description

The Space Manager is responsible for strategic development of space planning for all channels. This is accomplished through the forming and maintaining of relationships with our business partners.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Strategic Development of Category and Space Planning for: channels (Large, Small, and On Premise), Brand Portfolio (Sparkling and Still) and customers (all Channels)
Focus on retailer category development while also partnering closely with VPs of Sales/Senior Directors to support development on sales strategy
Provide leadership and continued stewardship for retailer’s beverage categories (Sparkling, Still and Warehouse)
Recommends space opportunities and risks for the beverage category at both a Customer and Channel level
Partner with Sales Teams in development of retailer annual business plans and programs to drive Coke Northeast market share, ensure plan has a relevant category strategy which will win in the market place
Act as brand champion for Coke Northeast by defining and driving overall brand objectives through the practice of category management techniques, delivering comprehensive category programs internally and across retail partners to drive product and brand initiatives
Support and management of Spring Sales Aid process
Support development of weekly and monthly frontline meeting templates

Job Requirements

Experience with Space Planning Software (JDA or equivalent)
Experience with data providers (Nielsen / IRI) - Preferred
3-5 years in CPG Industry (Retail Sales, Category Management, Analyst) – Preferred
Customer/Sales Management Experience - Preferred
Advanced analytical capabilities: ability to draw insights and actions from data and ability to link category leadership strategies to customer strategies
Skill and aptitude with computer software (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Valid driver’s license, driving record within policy guidelines, and insurance that meets company requirements.
Ability to occasionally travel, as business needs require.

Benefits & Perks
Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, life insurance, paid time off, fitness reimbursements, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, scholarship opportunities, and more.

*Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on position, location, employment type, and union governance.

Background Verification
Employment with Coke Northeast is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background verification. Depending on the role, this process may include a criminal background check, drug screening, and/or review of driving records in accordance with company guidelines and applicable laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Coke Northeast is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local law.

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