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Store Planner Job Description

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A store planner is responsible for designing, organizing, and optimizing the physical layout and merchandising strategies of retail stores to enhance sales, customer experience, and operational efficiency[1][3][6].

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze sales data, market trends, and customer behavior to inform merchandise assortments and allocation strategies[1][5].
  • Develop and maintain store floor plans and fixture layouts that maximize space, comply with brand standards, and drive sales[3][7].
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including merchandising, buying, marketing, construction, and operations—to create and implement store layouts, floor plans, and visual merchandising concepts[1][3][7].
  • Support new store openings, remodels, and relocations by providing accurate interior, exterior, and merchandise layouts[7].
  • Conduct store visits to assess space utilization, product placement, and adherence to planograms, and provide recommendations for layout improvements[1][3].
  • Use space planning software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, JDA) to create, update, and maintain store plans[3].
  • Monitor industry trends, best practices, and regulatory compliance to inform ongoing store planning efforts[3][7].
  • Coordinate with architects, general contractors, and real estate teams to ensure store designs meet operational and merchandising standards[7].
  • Prepare reports for management and provide analysis and recommendations on key initiatives related to store performance and planning[8].

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Retail Management, Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field[3][5].
  • 2+ years of experience in store planning, retail merchandising, or visual merchandising[3].
  • Proficiency in space planning and design software, with strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills[3][5].
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, with a detail-oriented and creative approach[3].
  • Understanding of retail operations, inventory management, and customer behavior[1][3].
  • Willingness to travel for store visits and project support as required[3].
  • Supervisory experience and knowledge of sales strategies and marketing campaigns are advantageous[5].

Essential Skills:

  • Retail analytics
  • Planning and organizational skills
  • Retail inventory management
  • Teamwork and effective communication
  • Creative problem-solving

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