Retail Floor Planner
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Position: Permanent, Full-time
Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:45am – 17:30pm
gap personnel are recruiting on behalf of a leading UK retailer for a dynamic and detail-oriented Retail Floor Planner to join their Head Office team in Plymouth. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a fast-growing, people-focused business with a strong national presence and ambitious expansion plans.
About the Role
As a Retail Floor Planner, you will play a key role in designing and delivering detailed store layouts for both new and existing locations. Using AutoCAD, you’ll work closely with buyers, analysts, and fellow planners to create efficient and commercially effective merchandising plans that support seasonal trading and business objectives.
Reporting to the Floor Planning Manager, you’ll be part of a collaborative team responsible for producing layouts for major trading periods throughout the year, while ensuring all store plan documentation is accurate, consistent, and up to date.
Key Responsibilities
Develop precise and commercially effective store layout plans using AutoCAD for new store openings, refits, and seasonal updates
Collaborate with buyers and analysts to align layouts with trading priorities and merchandising strategies
Maintain accurate records and documentation, ensuring version control and audit compliance
Review, update, and amend layout plans in response to business needs and performance insights
Manage workload effectively to meet deadlines and maintain high-quality output
Skills & Experience
Previous experience in a retail or commercial environment
Strong attention to detail with a structured, analytical approach
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Windows systems
Experience using AutoCAD or similar design software
Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Flexible, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary
Pension scheme
Long service awards
Employee discount
Cycle to work scheme
If you're a motivated planner with a passion for retail layout and design, this could be the perfect next step in your career.
Apply today with gap personnel to find out more