Space Planner

Space Planner-Customer Proposition Attractive Salary, Benefits, & Bonus Part time or Full-time hours available (Hybrid) Newtownabbey Who are we? At Henderson Group, we are proud to be Northern Irelands leading foodservice provider. Our group encompasses Henderson Wholesale, Henderson Retail, Henderson Foodservice and Henderson Group Property. We employ over 5,000 staff and have been placed 4th in Ulster Business Top 100 Companies 2023. We're a family-owned team that cares about our people and the community in which we live. Our leaders care about employees and our employees succeed together and celebrate the success of others. We are interested in your aspirations, interests and skills and we strive to support and inspire you to do well. A look into the role Henderson Wholesale is a leading Wholesaler in Northern Ireland and supplies goods to over 450 stores across various brands such as SPAR, EUROSPAR and VIVO. We source from local farmers, growers and producers and are proud to contribute to our local economy and environment. We achieved Gold accreditation against the Investors in People standard framework in 2023 in recognition of people management excellence and our commitment to investment in people. The Purpose of the role: This position is crucial to our long-term vision, involving close collaboration with various departments to implement category growth strategies. Responsibilities include conducting category reviews in accordance with the established review schedule. Working as Space planner you will: Utilise product performance data and insights from shopper and supplier research to optimise the product mix and shelf positions by format type. Develop close working relationships with Trading Managers and the Category Development team to improve sales, profitability, and efficiency. Agree on commodity strategies by format with Trading Managers and the Category Development team, using Drive/Hold/Squeeze principles. Review micro layout principles to support category development, consumer shopping ease, and future-proofing of stores. Manage and deliver the Category Review process within Ambient, Frozen, and Fresh departments as per the Category Review plan. Communicate the benefits and opportunities of each review to the HRL team to ensure buy-in and compliance. Measure the impact of completed Category reviews on sales, profitability, and efficiency, and take corrective action as needed. Develop category planograms in partnership with Trading to address current gaps and support the profitable rollout of ASR in HRL and HWL stores. Challenge existing processes and propose improvements to leverage IT capabilities, enhancing efficiency and data accuracy throughout the category review process. Skills for Success Joining us as Space planner the minimum criteria youll need is: Experience of working within FMCG or a Retail environment Proficient in using MS Office software, particularly Excel. Full Clean Driving License with access to a car The Attributes youll need include: Strong communication skills Ability to communicate effectively at all levels. Ability to demonstrate initiative and analytical thinking. Time management Strong numerical skills Persuasively communicates ideas and proposals to gain support and alignment from others. It is Desirable if you have: Solid understanding of the NI convenience retail market Familiarity with category management or space planning Third Level Qualification in Business or a relevant subject Demonstrated experience in retail or wholesale. Proficiency in category management knowledge and technical skills Proficiency with QlikView or comparable tools for conducting rigorous data-driven analyses. Experience in Project Management and familiarity with Critical Path methodologies. Are we right for you? As part of this role, it will be important that you feel aligned with the values that we live and work by. Ambition We always strive to be better. We seek new challenges and look for ways to do things better. Customer First We provide exceptional service. We put customers at the heart of everything and support our communities. Teamwork We succeed together. We help colleagues to succeed, and we share our knowledge and skills. Integrity We are fair, honest and ethical. We treat everyone with dignity and respect. We are inclusive and champion diversity. The Reward The impact you can make with Henderson Group goes far beyond your day to day. You will be part of a business supporting defibrillator installations and school sports days. In the last year Henderson group staff and retail stores raised over £1 million for charity partners. You will have the balance necessary to enjoy your job and your life. We will help you to feel proud of what you do and achieve. And we will be here to celebrate your success. Our business has been recognised externally for delivering excellence in employment. We value employee development and heavily invest in our people. Benefits include market competitive salary, bonus, contributory pension scheme, healthcare, life assurance, employee assistance programme, social club, Perks Offers/Discount scheme throughout UK/Ireland, staff discount (grocery/fuel) at SPAR/EUROSPAR Henderson Group company-owned stores and many more. This position is available as either part-time or full-time. Full-time hours total 36.5 per week, with working hours from 8:45 am to 4:45 pm Monday through Thursday, and 8:45 am to 3:45 pm on Friday. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements are also offered. If you'd like to speak with us before making your application, our Resourcing Specialist Rachel Boylewould be happy to have a confidential chat with you about the role on offer - email to get in touch. Completed applications must be submitted online by midnight on Sunday 28th July 2024 We are an equal opportunities employer.