Space Planner in Feltham

Avolta is the world’s leading travel experience player. With a traveller-centric philosophy and a geographically diverse network, the travel retail and F&B company addresses the needs of up to 2.3 billion passengers each year, with 5,500 outlets in more than 75 countries across six continents. Avolta is committed to and focused on four key areas, where we want to have a positive impact: customer experience; employee wellbeing and advancement; protecting the environment.

Join our team as a Micro Space Planner, this role reports into the Country Commercial Space Manager, you will play a pivotal role in optimising product placement and enhancing commercial performance. You’ll create impactful planograms, deliver actionable insights, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive success.

Are you a retail expert passionate about maximizing space, boosting economic returns, and creating captivating displays? Do you thrive on analytics, teamwork, and forward-thinking planning? If yes, we’re excited to welcome you to our team!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Planogram Production: Take ownership of creating accurate, visually engaging planograms that align with category strategies and make optimal use of shelf space. Ensure timely delivery to support smooth execution and drive sales.
• Performance Analysis: Provide Buying teams with actionable insights by analysing SKU, brand, and class performance. Recommend adjustments to improve category profitability and ensure planograms deliver strong economic returns.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including Category Management, Marketing, and Supply Chain, to align planograms with overall business objectives and ensure seamless execution across operations.
• Supplier Relationships: Build professional relationships with suppliers to align on product placement, negotiate shelf space opportunities, and ensure collaborative strategies that benefit all parties.
• Teamwork and Development: Foster a culture of collaboration and excellence, supporting team development, promoting high-quality outputs, and driving innovative solutions in space planning.

YOUR PROFILE:

• Proven retail industry experience with a track record of success.
• Background in micro space planning and merchandising.
• Proficiency in space analysis and space planning software (e.g., Blue Yonder/JDA or similar).
• IT systems knowledge relevant to the space planning function.
• Strong analytical skills with a meticulous, data-driven approach.
• High accuracy and attention to detail, with a “right-first time” mindset.
• Excellent organisational skills, able to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Adaptable, deadline-oriented multitasker who thrives in a team and independently.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, we welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experience and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.