Store Layout Planner.Store Layout & Design - 1

Job Purpose:
To deliver a customer-focused store layout solution for the selected range to optimize space utilization and deliver the company sales targets.

Functional Accountabilities:

• Create and adapt store space and layout based on agreed, generic design principles
• Select the most appropriate display equipment from a predefined list of available options
• Follow flows and adjacencies principles across stores in consultation with cross-functional colleagues to deliver optimal customer shopping experience.
• Follow the space/store approval process and hold regular natural work teams to obtain cross functional signs off in the most efficient way possible.
• Maintain appropriate balance between primary and secondary store space allocation in line with generic design by store types
• Communicated with the different departments involved in the process to ensure alignment and ensure all projects are completed within the timeline
• Communicated and Make regular site visits to check on progress and capture structural elements for existing stores
• Conducted periodic reviews of proposed store layouts to ensure compliance with generic layouts across all market and store types
• Keep abreast of evolving shopper needs and adapt and constantly improve layouts to meet the changing needs of our shoppers
• Verify the specification of store fixtures and equipment when ordering new equipment for stores
• To contribute to the company space management strategy and reviews
•Created final design intent drawings (AutoCAD / Revit) for submission to vendors for cost estimating & elevations/renderings as required for review and approvals
• Adhere to legal and industry standards in design and building codes, following and setting industry trends and architectural advancements.

Customer:

•Ensure that all stakeholders in the merchandising process are kept updated on the processes and any changes
• Ensure that stakeholder feedback is sought, reviewed, and where applicable used.
• Carry out regular store visits across all formats to review implementations

Education:
• Bachelor preferably in Sciences & Architecture

Experience, Skills & Competencies:

• 1-2 years of relevant work experience in a grocery retail setting
• CKB, Nielsen Floor Planner or similar tool & AutoCAD, Revit Program.
• English and preferably Arabic
• Intermediate Computer skills