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Range & Display Planner

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Marks and Spencer

8d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Marketing
    Product
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should have project management skills, food category knowledge, strong analysis and problem-solving abilities, and expertise in Space Range & Display, along with proficiency in Microsoft Suite and JDA tools.
  • You will create and maintain planograms, analyze inventory data, manage product attributes, provide display insights, collaborate with Buyers, and conduct store visits for continuous improvement.

Requirements

  • Your skills and experience will include
  • Excellent project management
  • Food category & customer knowledge to ensure focussed displays
  • Excellent analysis and problem solving
  • Detailed knowledge of the Space Range & Display processes and critical paths
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Suite including Microsoft Excel & Power BI
  • Food Analytics Query Tool (Business Objects)
  • JDA Suite Including – Space Planning, Assortment Optimization & Intactix Knowledge Database

Responsibilities

  • Create and execute maintenance of ‘best in town’ category planograms, ensuring that they are updated to agreed critical path and display & operational principles
  • Analyse product and store inventory data to determine the best attribution of micro space, to optimise operational efficiency and shelf fill
  • Manage product attributes and customer decision trees to support execution of relevant displays & ranges
  • Provide display related management information such as shelf efficiency, product ‘look and feel’, ease of shop, customer blocking, and provide recommendations for potential enhancements to provide oversight of the product end to end
  • Play a key role in managing the display strategy with Buyers and NPD, making recommendations in line with display principles, as well as defining product attributes
  • Conduct M&S & competitor store visits regularly to review implementation of displays, gain store feedback and to identify potential improvements and opportunities

FAQs

What is the role of a Range & Display Planner at M&S Food?

The Range & Display Planner is responsible for creating and executing category planograms, analyzing product and store inventory data, managing product attributes, providing display-related management information, and collaborating with Buyers and NPD to manage display strategies.

What benefits does M&S offer to its employees?

M&S offers a variety of benefits including a 20% colleague discount, tailored induction and training, an attractive annual bonus, competitive holiday entitlement, perks via the M&S Choices website, a charity volunteer day, a generous pension scheme, access to wellbeing support, and family-friendly policies.

What skills and experience are required for this position?

Candidates should have excellent project management skills, food category and customer knowledge, strong analysis and problem-solving abilities, detailed knowledge of Space Range & Display processes, proficiency in Microsoft Suite (especially Excel and Power BI), familiarity with Food Analytics Query Tool, and knowledge of the JDA Suite.

How often does the team meet in person?

The team collaborates in-person for three core collaboration days each week at the Support Centre.

Is M&S committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce?

Yes, M&S is committed to an active Inclusion, Diversity and Equal Opportunities Policy and aims to create a welcoming environment for all employees.

Are there opportunities for learning and development at M&S?

Yes, M&S offers a wide range of training schemes to support employee learning and development and provides options for career progression.

Do we support flexible working arrangements?

Yes, M&S is open to discussing flexible working arrangements as part of its commitment to employee needs.

What is the company's approach to employee wellbeing?

M&S provides a fantastic range of wellbeing support, including access to a 24/7 Virtual GP and various other health and wellness programs to support employees and their families.

Do employees have access to discounts on gym memberships?

Yes, M&S offers discounts on gym memberships through its GymSave program, which provides up to 25% off.

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Marks and Spencer

Forward thinking, future-focused and digital-first retail

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1884
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We hold ourselves to a very high standard here at M&S. That much has never changed. Our attention to detail, forward thinking and passion for improvement has led to the creation of some of the nation’s most loved products. But a rapidly changing world demands that we change along with it. M&S has been at the forefront of social change for the past 134 years, and we’re determined to keep it that way. Setting bolder goals and giving our people the space and resources to achieve them. Today, we are a unique retailer delivering top quality food, clothing, home products and financial services. We employ over 80,000 colleagues who serve over 32 million customers. But what about tomorrow? We’ve put customer-focused digital innovation at the heart of our business, partnering with world-class technology firms to help shape the retail experience of the future. From digital transformation to empowering people to make a positive impact on wellbeing, communities and the planet, there’s never been a more exciting time to join us. Because if you become part of our journey today, you’ll be shaping the very future of our business.

Benefits

  • Colleague Discount

    Receive 20% discounts in-store for you and members of your household

  • Bonus

    We have discretionary bonus schemes depending on your role and our business performance

  • Pay

    Our salaries are competitive and reviewed every year

  • Life Assurance

    Life cover of twice your salary up to age 70 which is double when you join your M&S pension savings plan