IPMS is a on a strong growth curve and looking for new talent. Our work atmosphere is friendly and casual, with flexible working hours. A competitive benefits package is offered.

We currently have the following openings:

Digital Press Operator

We are currently seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Digital Press Operator. 1-2 years of digital printing experience is preferred. Xeikon digital press experience with Chromapress front end is a plus. Applicant should also be mechanically inclined and willing to perform operator and technician level maintenance. A color vision test will be administered as part of the hiring process. Entry level applicants with aptitude in the areas mentioned below are encouraged to apply.

Job Requirements:
* Able to see slight color variations and adjust the press to correct for variations
* Proficient in operating a PC or Mac
* Familiar with software RIPs and imposition
* Be a team player
* Able to work independently
* Able to effectively prioritize tasks and handle multiple projects
* Communicate effectively
* Detail-oriented
* Able to follow procedures
* Be reliable and efficient

We are located in Sterling, VA near the Dulles Town Center Mall. IPMS provides services supporting large retail chains.

Please email resume and cover letter describing why you would be a good fit for this position to resume@infoplanning.com.

Account Manager/Planogrammer

Company Information:
IPMS, Inc. is a retail consulting firm providing services to large retailers. We are expanding the Account Management functions within our company on pace with our company growth. Account Management at IPMS, Inc. includes planogramming / merchandising roles and project oriented experiences.

Responsibilities:
Manage client accounts including development, strategy, production, delivery to client and follow up. Ensure proper resources are allocated to fulfill client needs (with Production Management and Business Development). Manage the internal and external communication of client activities acting as the primary point of contact for client.
Assess the needs of our clients and develop strategies to help them improve their business. Perform reviews of solution performance and client expectations. Interacts directly with client executive management and business partners, understands client processes/strategies and proactively provide recommendations and solutions.
Set up, design and maintain of planograms as needed.

Qualifications:
Retail management or merchandising experience of two years or more, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and a Bachelors Degree or higher.
Prioritize in a fast paced multi-tasked environment. Prior experience in interacting with retail executive management in corporate level Merchandising and Operations. Exposure to merchandising in a variety of different retail settings, specifically how planograms are used at the store level and how store sets/resets are conducted.
Candidate must understand how to build a planogram in data, structure and fixture and also be able to utilize tools to manipulate the product presentation to achieve the desired results, analyze productivity, and understand working in a multi-planogram/version environment. Proficiency in MS Office programs as well as working knowledge of Space Planning by JDA, Apollo, Spaceman or SAS.

Candidate must also be detail oriented, positive, assertive & pro-active and capable of seeing a job through from the beginning to end.

Must be willing to travel and/or possibly relocate for periods of up to one year or more for on-site support to clients
Compensation is commensurate with experience. Please email resume and cover letter describing why you would be a good fit for this position to resume@infoplanning.com.

Programmer/Analyst

Information Planning and Management Service, Inc., a premier retail consulting company, is looking for Analyst/Programmer(s) at the Sterling, VA Corporate office. The Analyst/Programmer will lead and contribute to the development of PC, Unix, and Mac based systems to meet the operating requirements of the company. Position will be working with two Senior IT professionals to resolve issues and develop solutions in an operations dedicated production environment. This job requires a Bachelor’s Degree (BS) in Data Processing or equivalent work experience plus at least five years of experience in commercial (non-government) roles as an Analyst Programmer in a professional Microsoft Windows environment with strong database exposure.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop system specifications and consult with managers about company objectives.
Analyze, define, and document requirements for data, workflow, logical processes, hardware and operating system environment, interfaces with other systems, and outputs and be able to program or supervise programming of resulting work.
Plan how work is to be carried out to meet targets of the project or team task.

Attributes Required:
Flexible attitude, ability to perform under pressure
A commitment to quality and a thorough approach to the work
Ability to work well within a team. Likes being part of a company, not just a task.
Presentation level English skills, oral and written.

Technical Skills:
Requires knowledge and skill in object oriented design and programming in C, C++, Informix DB, current in Unix and Windows environments, skillful in UI. Web services and Internet applications helpful.

Compensation is commensurate with experience. Please email resume and cover letter describing why you would be a good fit for this position to resume@infoplanning.com.

We are always looking for good people. If you have experience with print production, digital presses, retail management and/or processes, planogramming, programming or just think you’d be a good fit, email your resume to resume@infoplanning.com.