Range & Display Planner

Marks and Spencer; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Lead Range and Display Planner to develop strategic plans for product ranges and displays. The role involves collaboration with various teams to enhance sales and improve the shopping experience. Candidates should have strong project management skills and experience in the food category. This position offers various employee benefits, including a colleague discount and competitive holiday allowance.

Benefits

20% colleague discount for you + 1 household member

Competitive holiday allowance + option to buy more

Discretionary bonus schemes linked to performance

Strong pension + life assurance

Tailored induction + training from day one

Perks and savings via M&S Choices portal

Market-leading family policies

24/7 wellbeing support

1 paid volunteer day a year

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement range and display strategies to enhance sales and profitability.
• Analyze market trends and customer insights to inform product selection and placement.
• Collaborate with merchandising, marketing, and sales teams for cohesive execution.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of product ranges and displays.
• Lead and mentor a team of planners, fostering a culture of innovation.

Skills

Coaching and leading a team

Excellent project management

Food category & customer knowledge

Excellent analysis and problem solving

Good partner management skills

Job description

Summary

We're reshaping our Food business to broaden its appeal, protecting the magic our customers love while modernising everything else. That means outstanding quality, high sourcing standards, and market-leading innovation remain at our core, while we transform our supply chains, improve our stores, and deliver better value.

We're looking for motivated people ready to bring their whole self to work and thrive in a fast-paced, ambitious team. After all, this isn't just food this is M&S Food.

All the details

At M&S, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional products and services to our customers. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach and commitment to excellence. We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Lead Range and Display Planner to join our dynamic team.

As the Range and Display Planner, you will be responsible for developing and completing strategic plans for product ranges and in-store displays. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that our product offerings are aligned with market trends and customer preferences. Your role will be pivotal in driving sales and enhancing the overall shopping experience.

What You'll Do

• Develop and implement range and display strategies to enhance sales and profitability
• Analyze market trends and customer insights to inform product selection and placement
• Collaborate with merchandising, marketing, and sales teams to ensure cohesive execution of plans
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of product ranges and displays, making data-driven adjustments as needed
• Lead and mentor a team of planners, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement

Who You Are

• Coaching and leading a team
• Excellent project management
• Food category & customer knowledge to ensure focussed displays
• Excellent analysis and problem solving
• Good partner management skills

What's in it for You?

Working at M&S means being part of something bigger - delivering quality, value and service to millions of customers every day. We're inclusive, fast-moving and always evolving, with a strong sense of purpose and a focus on doing the right thing.

• 20% colleague discount for you + 1 household member (after probation)
• Competitive holiday allowance + option to buy more
• Discretionary bonus schemes linked to performance
• Strong pension + life assurance
• Tailored induction + training from day one
• Perks and savings via M&S Choices portal
• Market-leading family policies (parental, adoption, neonatal leave)
• 24/7 wellbeing support (GP access + mental health services)
• 1 paid volunteer day a year

Everyone's Welcome

We are ambitious about the future of retail - disrupting, innovating and leading into a more inspiring digital era. We want diverse, representative teams where everyone can bring their whole selves to work.

If you need support or adjustments during recruitment, let us know in your application. Our team will make sure you have what you need to do your best.