Floor Planner

• Executes quality control measures for all floorplans,  ensuring accuracy of store/planogram (POG) assignments, compliance with merchandise adjacency criteria and/or corporate standards; emphasis on accuracy, attention to detail, and an inquisitive mindset 
• Accountable for data integrity of all planogram assignments to ensure accurate fixture quantification. 
• Utilizes all appropriate tools and levers to maximize space productivity, minimize unproductive inventories and ensure that financial targets are met; actively strives to identify opportunities and make recommendations to optimize space productivity 
• Participates in continual process improvement, evaluates planogram/ merchandise plan effectiveness and makes recommendations to maximize workflow efficiencies. 
• Work effectively with a cross-functional team. 
• Works cross-functionally to gain alignment on merchandise plans for new/remodel stores in accordance to strategic objectives while achieving the highest possible profitability.   
• Work in conjunction with the Space Management group to ensure all POGs/Displays are appropriately placed on the floorplans and correct POGs assigned in accordance with the annual reset schedule 
• Create, publish and release floorplans viewable to all stores, including New and Remodel. 
• Using creativity, analytical and project management skills, plan, develop and determine appropriate course of action for all floorplan layout projects 
• Partner with appropriate members of the category management team to ensure a collaborative and consistent approach is taken towards the business strategies and/or imperatives.  
• Provide scheduled and ad-hoc reports as needed for store groupings based on assortments, footages, fixture, display, prototype, etc.  
• Travel to store locations as necessary  

Required Skills and Qualifications

• High school diploma or the equivalent (GED) is required. 
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Marketing is preferred.   
• Solid understanding of merchandising principles and retail operations are necessary.   
• Product knowledge, understanding of inventory principles, interpersonal, analytical and project management skills are required.  
• Minimum 1 year experience using JDA Space or Floor Planning or other Space and Floor Planning software. 
• Working knowledge of Microsoft products including Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, etc. is required.  
• The ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, exercise patience and diplomacy in all situations is necessary.   
• Excellent trouble-shooting and problem solving skills as well as strong creative merchandising skills required. 

Note: Current responsibilities are impacted by company and team priorities that may have evolved from what is displayed in the Workday job profile.  The description provides general job duties and requirements, but the partner’s manager may assign additional responsibilities or tasks depending on business needs.

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