Space Planner Micro
Do you have a passion for working within Space Planning? Are you in commuting distance of Binley, Coventry area?
Stark, a leading building materials distributor in Northern Europe, is looking for a new team member who is as passionate about great service as we are.
We provide a fulfilling and enjoyable work environment with ample opportunities for career growth, along with a competitive salary, staff discount, life assurance, and 34 days of holiday (inclusive of bank holidays). The purpose of this role is to maximise profitability of range, space and display solutions through the application of space planning principles.
Responsibilities:
* Supporting the space planning manager in the creation and implementation of range management, planograms and new merchandising concepts
* Build key relationships with Operations, Property, Commercial team and Suppliers
* Develop and deliver the support package for all branch works
* Ensure the most effective and profitable use is made of available space in our branches, through sales and GP per square foot maximisation
* Maximise the sale of product through the development of accurate and practical planograms and merchandising layouts
* Manage the introduction of new ranges through to implementation in branch
* Generate space/sales statistics to ensure that informed decisions can be made regarding space allocation of products
* Develop innovative racking and equipment which enables safe and more effective product display
* Communicate all planogram and category changes to operations ensuring that they are within pre-agreed branch workload parameters with the relevant Category Manager
* Provide advice, recommendations regarding merchandising, ranging opportunities and product productivity
* Take an active role in the range review process
* Make maximum use of the Innovation Centre
What you’ll need to have:
* Experience in space planning and planogram development, preferably in a retail/ building materials environment.
* Proficiency in space planning software
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and consumer behaviour insights.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
* Detail-oriented approach with a focus on accuracy and precision in planogram design.
* Strategic mindset with the ability to balance business objectives and customer needs.
* Knowledge of retail merchandising principles and industry trends.
* Adaptability and willingness to embrace change in a dynamic environment.
What’s in it for you:
* Discretionary bonus
* A wide range of voluntary benefits including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, car salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle2Work, Benenden Healthcare and more.
* Access to a wealth of health and wellbeing services including access to online GP appointments and mental health support
* Generous employee discounts
* Access to discounts with hundreds of your favourite high street and online retailers
* Retirement savings plan
* Life assurance
* Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave for anyone expecting or adopting a child
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Additional pay:
* Bonus scheme
* Performance bonus
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Company events
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Private medical insurance
* Referral programme
* Work from home
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Coventry CV3 2TT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
* Do you hold the rights to work in the UK?
Experience:
* Space Planning: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location:
* Hybrid remote in Coventry CV3 2TT
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