You will work cross functionally to analyse and optimise space allocation across all Retail stores, ensuring the company space rules are defined and reviewed to grow sales and profit and also protect customer availability. You will be accountable for providing timely and accurate space performance insight which underpin macro space decisions across all project types including new stores, refits and also category space resets as part of the Rapid Reviews. In addition you will contribute to the team to develop our space tools, improve our data and reporting capability and also our processes to simplify our ways of working.
Some of your responsibilities include:
* Provides actionable macro space recommendations on all activity relating to category space resets, seasonal activity, property space programmes and ensures consistency of approach and adherence to timelines
* Targets and quantifies improvements to sales and margin impacts as a result of macro space change proposals
* Actively looks for opportunities to simplify and speed up business processes and ways of working aligned to improving availability with a customer first mind-set
* Takes ownership on providing macro space recommendations for category space resets following the Rapid Review plan
* Takes ownership to provide space recommendations for business projects impacting macro space in our stores
We’ve built an incredibly diverse business, and we’re working hard to make sure we truly represent the communities we serve. One of the best things about working with so many different people is having the opportunity to listen, learn and connect with lots of different views, perspectives and beliefs.
For this role, we’re looking for someone who has:
* Previous analytical experience within a commercial retail environment
* Experience of data modelling and reporting
* Clear understanding of retail
* Knowledge of space and layout planning (desirable)
* Ability to work cross functionally and manage key stakeholder relationships
* A good listener, critical thinker and problem solver who has a far reaching network of colleagues equally willing to help and support
* Highly numerate with a strong analytical background
* Advanced knowledge of MS Excel
* Strong SQL knowledge
* Python (desirable)
* Google Looker (desirable)
About The Company
Our modern Head Office on the edge of Bradford is home to our different support teams from tech, marketing and finance to HR, trading and supply chain.
Alive with activity, this is where decisions are made and our corporate teams make sure everything runs smoothly. Here, you’ll find comfy breakout areas, a coffee shop, newsagents and subsidised restaurant all within commuting distance of Leeds, Manchester and the Yorkshire Dales - always with free parking.
We host regular seasonal events and you’ll often find our suppliers on site sharing details of their latest product. We’re also committed to fundraising for our current charity partner.
Our business is fast paced and ever changing, as such we’ve lots of opportunities for you to play your part in our success. We’d love to meet you…
Some of the benefits you can expect as follows;
* 15% colleague discount in our stores and online, plus an additional 10% card for a friend or family member
* Annual bonus scheme
* Generous holiday entitlement
* Company pension contributions
* Private healthcare
* Perks with over 850 retailers
* Free parking onsite
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