Space Planner

Job Title: Space Planner Location: Bolton – 80% onsite, 20% remote Job Type: Full-Time Job Summary: We are seeking a highly creative and detail-oriented Space Planner to join our client who is the multinational home improvement retail corporation in North America. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing visual merchandising strategies that enhance the in-store shopping experience. This role requires strong collaboration with merchants, hands-on work with fixtures and displays, and frequent travel to retail locations to ensure consistency in branding and execution. Key Responsibilities: Visual Merchandising & Design: Work directly with merchants to translate product information into engaging visual displays. Develop and test merchandising designs at the Innovation Centre before implementation. Make design decisions regarding display elements, considering weight, size, and durability. Utilize Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to create display concepts and merchandising layouts. Ensure consistency in visual merchandising execution across multiple retail locations. Coordinate the setup and teardown of store displays and assess their effectiveness. Stay up to date on retail industry trends and competitor strategies to drive innovation in displays. Data & Store Optimization: Analyze sales data and customer behavior trends to improve store layouts and display strategies. Identify discrepancies in merchandising execution and recommend solutions to optimize performance. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, operations, and category management. Qualifications & Skills: Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Visual Merchandising, Retail Design, Graphic Design, or a related field. 2 years of experience in visual merchandising, retail display design, or space planning using JDA or other software's. Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop for merchandising design. Strong Excel skills (including functions such as VLOOKUP). Ability to identify inconsistencies in data and improve store layout strategies. Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently. Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Excellent time management and organizational abilities to handle multiple projects and deadlines. Must have a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle for site visits. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in home improvement, retail, or big-box store environments. Familiarity with store branding, retail marketing trends, and sustainability practices in retail display. Understanding of customer shopping behavior and visual storytelling principles. Work Schedule & Expectations: The role is 80% on-site, 20% remote but candidates must be available to work in the office as needed. Candidates should be self-accountable, proactive, and able to adhere to a structured work schedule. This position requires a hands-on approach to working with store fixtures and displays. If you are passionate about creating engaging retail experiences and have a keen eye for visual merchandising and space planner.

Location: Bolton, CA

Posted Date: 4/3/2025