Space Planner

Job Title: Space Planner

Location: North York – 80% Remote, 20% On-Site

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly creative and detail-oriented Space Planner to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing visual merchandising strategies that enhance the in-store shopping experience. This role requires strong collaboration with merchants, hands-on work with fixtures and displays, and frequent travel to retail locations to ensure consistency in branding and execution. The successful candidate will be analytical, self-driven, and detail-focused, with a strong understanding of store layout optimization and visual storytelling.

Key Responsibilities:

Visual Merchandising & Design:

• Work directly with merchants to translate product information into engaging visual displays.
• Develop and test merchandising designs at the Innovation Centre before implementation.
• Make design decisions regarding display elements, considering weight, size, and durability.
• Utilize Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to create display concepts and merchandising layouts.
• Ensure consistency in visual merchandising execution across multiple retail locations.
• Coordinate the setup and teardown of store displays and assess their effectiveness.
• Stay up to date on retail industry trends and competitor strategies to drive innovation in displays.

Data & Store Optimization:

• Analyze sales data and customer behavior trends to improve store layouts and display strategies.
• Identify discrepancies in merchandising execution and recommend solutions to optimize performance.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, operations, and category management.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Visual Merchandising, Retail Design, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in visual merchandising, retail display design, or space planning.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop for merchandising design.
• Strong Excel skills (including functions such as VLOOKUP).
• Ability to identify inconsistencies in data and improve store layout strategies.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Must have a valid driver's license and personal vehicle for site visits.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in home improvement, retail, or big-box store environments.
• Familiarity with store branding, retail marketing trends, and sustainability practices in retail display.
• Understanding of customer shopping behavior and visual storytelling principles.

Work Schedule & Expectations:

• The role is 80% remote, 20% on-site, but candidates must be available to work in the office as needed.
• Candidates should be self-accountable, proactive, and able to adhere to a structured work schedule.
• This position requires a hands-on approach to working with store fixtures and displays.

If you are passionate about creating engaging retail experiences and have a keen eye for visual merchandising, we encourage you to apply