Overview
Space Planning Manager (Micro Space) based Waltham Abbey (Hybrid role). Salary £45-55k p.a. + many benefits. An exciting time to join an award-winning business in a phase of growth, in a newly created role to optimise in-store space and product placement through data-driven planogram development, ensuring that every shelf and display drives maximum sales, enhances the customer experience, and supports the wider commercial and merchandising strategy.
The Benefits
* Competitive salary of £45-55k p.a. (depending on experience) & company bonus scheme
* iTrent financial wellbeing package, powered by Wagestream, enabling access to earnings before pay day plus lots more discounts and savings benefits.
* Retail Trust membership – counselling, wellbeing and financial support for the retail industry
* Colleague ‘Treats’ – numerous discounts on up to 800 high street retailers and online service providers from groceries to holidays and cinema trips
* Colleague ‘We Care’ wellbeing & medical support services – online GP, mental health support, get fit programme and much more (including ‘Tooth Fairy’ dentist on demand).
* 30% off Jollyes branded products (and 20% off other brands in store for your pet’s needs!) with discounts for our groomers and pet clinics too.
* Additional paid leave for your wedding, new pet coming home and your birthday off!
* Enhanced Maternity and paternity leave
* Buy/Sell holiday scheme – can purchase or sell up to 5 days
* Cycle2Work scheme – up to 47% off a new bike & accessories via Halfords
* Discounted membership for David Lloyd Clubs - access to gym, pool, spa, classes, racquet sports, kids clubs and more
* Lots more benefits – too many to list!! Plus, further benefits on completion of probationary period include critical illness, life assurance, PMI and management pension scheme.
The Role – Space Planning Manager (micro space)
This role sits within our Commercial team, responsible for optimising in-store space and product placement through data-driven planogram development, ensuring that every shelf and display drives maximum sales, enhances the customer experience, and supports the wider commercial and merchandising strategy.
A full job description is available on request, but to summarise your key responsibilities:
* Support layout and space strategy aligned with commercial objectives
* Collaborate with Buying & Merchandising to optimise space for sales and profit
* Create and maintain accurate planograms and space planning tools
* Lead micro space planning for range launches and post-launch reviews
* Align planogram space with promotional and event priorities
* Present space performance insights and recommend improvements
* Ensure on-shelf availability through effective MCD management
* Maintain merchandising principles and ensure implementation
* Participate in regular store visits with stakeholders
* Uphold the Business Code of Conduct with integrity and diligence
The Skills – Space Planning Manager (micro space)
* Proven experience within space planning, planogram development or micro space management within retail
* Experience using space planning software
* Demonstrated success in range changes
* Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to interpret complex data
* Effective communication and stakeholder management skills—able to work cross-functionally with buying, merchandising, supply chain, and store teams
* Detail-oriented and highly organised, with a structured approach to problem-solving
* Proactive and solutions-focused, with the ability to anticipate challenges and act decisively.
* Collaborative and approachable, with a team-first mindset and ability to influence at all levels.
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, change-driven retail environment
* Share our values of being: Wise, Focused, Genuine, Eager, Together
About Jollyes Pets
Jollyes are an award-winning UK pet retailer with over 100 stores and over 50 years of pet expertise between our paws. Winners of the Retail Week award for ‘Best Retailer 2024’ (under £250m t/o), and listed in the Sunday Times ‘Best Places to Work’ you really can be sure you’re joining a great brand and employer, trusted by our customers and our colleagues. Accredited by 'Rest Less' as an age-inclusive employer we welcome applications of all ages (16+), and with our accreditation to the Pet Sustainability Coalition, we're friendly to pets people and the planet too!
To Apply
If you’re looking for a career with a company who will truly value you and recognize your contribution with some fantastic rewards and benefits, where you can really make a difference, click to apply today!
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