Overview Overview: The Space Optimization team exists to maximize store productivity and elevate the customer experience through data-driven planning, strategic execution, and cross-functional collaboration. The Associate Space Planner plays a foundational role in supporting the Space Optimization team’s mission. This role combines operational execution with analytical thinking, contributing to the continuous improvement of store space strategies. The role will focus on maintaining critical store data, assisting in layout and inventory tracking, and collaborating cross-functionally to support product and store initiatives. This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and passionate about retail analytics, this position offers a clear path to grow into a Planner role. Responsibilities Responsibilities:
Maintain and update store attribute data across internal databases and tools
Support inventory tracking, store clustering, and fixture mapping
Assist in scheduling and tracking space planning projects and initiatives
Monitor SKU counts, space mixes, and store counts for reporting purposes
Ensure data accuracy across SharePoint, Excel, and Power BI dashboards
Help implement space planning strategies and guidelines across store formats
Conduct analysis of store layouts, market trends, and historical sales data to identify opportunities for space optimization and improved customer experience
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support layout execution
Prepare materials for meetings and cross-functional store reviews
Qualifications Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Retail, Data Analytics, or related field
2+ years of experience in retail operations, merchandising, or data administration
Strong analytical and conceptual skills; ability to draw conclusions from numerical data and support strategies aimed at increasing profitability and productivity
Tech-savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SharePoint; basic Power BI knowledge is a plus
Comfortable working across multiple projects and shifting priorities
Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Experience with retail databases or space planning tools is a plus
Benefits Benefits
Recognition, inclusion and belonging in a diverse environment
25 holidays and flexible working (hybrid position, in office ~2 days p/w)
Employee Discount on in-store and online products
Casual Sneaker Culture
Learning & Health/Wellbeing programs
Career development and growth in an ambitious international team