Interim Merchandising Coordinator Retail Space Planning

London Drugs Limited; Richmond; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major Canadian retailer in Richmond is seeking a detail-oriented Merchandising Coordinator for a 12-month contract. This role involves coordinating planograms and supporting merchandising strategies while collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in a retail environment, strong analytical skills, and a proactive mindset. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered as part of a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Career Advancement

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

Employee Discounts

Continuous Learning

Qualifications

• Experience with coordinating planograms and merchandising displays.
• Ability to manage inventories and collaborate with various teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and publish planograms and promotional displays.
• Support Buyers with inventory management and planning.
• Liaise with Business Units for planning and execution.

Skills

Experience in a merchandising or retail store environment

Strong understanding of product categories and data structures

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

AS/400

RSA systems

Job description

Merchandising Coordinator – Retail Space Planning

Location: Richmond, BC

Job Type: Contract (12 months)

About Us

At London Drugs, we thrive on finding new ways to take care of people, every day. We go above and beyond the expected to make lives less complicated. As a 100% Canadian-owned company, we’re proud to deliver exceptional service while fostering a supportive, growth‑oriented environment.

We’re looking for a Merchandising Coordinator – Retail Space Planning (Contract) to support our Merchandising Services team.

This role is ideal for someone detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about retail merchandising, planograms, and space planning. As a Merchandising Coordinator, you will collaborate closely with Buyers, Merchandise Managers, Business Units, and Vendor Partners to ensure smooth execution of merchandising strategies. Core responsibilities include coordinating, maintaining, and publishing planograms, floor layouts, Paid Ends, and promotional displays across all assigned store sections and retail display spaces.

Why Join Us?

• Play a key role in shaping retail merchandising and space planning strategies
• Collaborate with Buyers, Merchandise Managers, Business Units, and Vendor Partners
• Enjoy a supportive, innovative team culture
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and growth

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate, maintain, and publish planograms, floor plans, Paid Ends, and promotional displays
• Support Buyers and Business Units with inventory management and space planning
• Set up and maintain product images and dimensions for planograms
• Liaise with Business Units on planning, execution, revision, and follow‑up of planograms
• Coordinate monthly Paid Ends and Promo worksheets
• Respond to vendor correspondence and store inquiries
• Run reports for Buyers and Merchandise Managers
• Review and update floor plans to ensure merchandising standards are met
• Troubleshoot and resolve challenges reported by stores and internal departments

What You Bring

• Experience in a merchandising or retail store environment
• Strong understanding of product categories, hierarchies, and data structures
• Basic pricing and promotion knowledge
• Strong computer literacy, including AS/400 and RSA systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities
• Initiative and problem-solving skills with the ability to work across all levels of personnel
• A proactive, enthusiastic, and growth‑oriented mindset

At London Drugs, We Offer

• Career Advancement – Real opportunities to grow from within
• Competitive Compensation – Salaries aligned with your experience and contributions
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Employee Discounts – Sharing our success with you
• Recognition Programs – Tangible rewards for great work
• Company‑Matched RRSPs – Helping secure your future
• Continuous Learning – Access to in‑house training and education programs
• Supportive Resources – Free, confidential counseling through our EFAP
• Community Involvement – Be part of initiatives that give back

Availability

This position is a Full Time 12‑month contract. Hours are Monday to Friday 8:00am‑4:30pm.

Apply now and join our team at London Drugs! If you’re a detail-oriented professional who thrives in retail merchandising and space planning, we’d love to hear from you.

Equal Employment Opportunity

London Drugs is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are committed to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We will provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work applicable to this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Be advised, London Drugs DOES NOT use third‑party recruitment services.

London Drugs may collect, use, and/or disclose your personal information (including the information in this application) where it is reasonable for establishing, managing or terminating an employment relationship. This includes the use or disclosure of your personal information to persons inside or external to our organization, for the purpose of checking references or gathering other information to support an assessment of your candidacy.