Range Manager

TN United Kingdom; High Wycombe; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Range Manager to join their dynamic Support Centre team. This exciting permanent role involves creating and maintaining retail planograms, managing the range strategy process, and collaborating with suppliers and retailers to optimize consumer offerings. With opportunities for career growth and a supportive work environment, this position is perfect for those looking to make an impact in the FMCG sector. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package, including discounts and a retirement savings plan.

Benefits

10% off purchases at Booker

Discount card for Tesco purchases

Free eye tests and glasses discounts

Health checks at Tesco Pharmacy

Retirement savings plan

Life Assurance coverage

Health and Wellbeing support

Comprehensive holiday package

Qualifications

• Experience in range or merchandising roles in FMCG or Retail.
• Strong analytical skills with product data.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain retail planograms.
• Develop relationships with Buyers and Retail teams.
• Analyze data for product space allocation.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Influencing Skills

Excel Proficiency

Experience in Range Management

Education

Degree or Equivalent Qualification

Tools

Space Planning Software (Spaceman, JDA)

Job description

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Booker • High Wycombe, Cressex Business Park, Stirling Rd, High Wycombe • Apply by 14-May-2025

About the role

We have an exciting permanent opportunity for a Range Manager to join our Support Centre team in our High Wycombe or Watford office.

Reporting to the Head of Range, you will create & maintain retail planograms. You will manage the range strategy process and deliver the range calendar in consultation with suppliers, retailers, and buyers to provide the best consumer offer for the brand. The Range team works cross-functionally to support various parts of the business.

Role training will be arranged at the Watford & High Wycombe offices, with flexibility for remote work to be discussed.

What is in it for you

At Booker, we offer a great place to work and opportunities for career growth, along with the following benefits:

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10%, increasing to 15% off most Tesco purchases during a 4-day period after every four-weekly payday, thirteen times a year. Plus 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM-only deals with Tesco Mobile, along with other deals throughout the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet, and home insurance at Tesco Bank (terms apply).
• Free eye tests when spending £50 or more, with a 30% saving on glasses, contact lenses, and prescription sunglasses when spending £50 or more.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates.
• An exclusive deals website for everyday savings, including a cycle-to-work scheme.
• After 3 months, eligibility to join our Save As You Earn share scheme, allowing future purchase of Tesco shares at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) with Booker matching contributions up to 5%.
• Life Assurance coverage for death in service of up to three times annual pay.
• Health and Wellbeing support, including a 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A comprehensive holiday package.

Responsibilities

• Micro space planning using Space Planning software.
• Develop relationships with Buyers, Retail teams, Supply Chain, Retailers, and Customers to inform range and space decisions.
• Influence Store Development team to ensure macro allocation aligns with consumer behavior and store layout performance; identify improvement opportunities.
• Stay updated on competitors and new developments to keep the category plan relevant.
• Analyze data and consumer insights to determine product space allocation and placement.
• Develop and implement best practice range and space management policies, processes, and guidelines.
• Build simple, effective planograms that excite customers and drive sales.

Requirements

• A degree or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in range or merchandising roles within a head office environment, preferably in FMCG or Retail.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Analytical skills, with extensive experience working with product data.
• Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Experience with space planning software such as Spaceman, JDA, or similar is highly desirable.

About us

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler, serving independent retailers, caterers, and small businesses across the country. We operate over 190 branches, eight distribution centers, five logistics sites, and six support centers nationwide.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are core to Booker. We aim to ensure everyone feels represented and able to be themselves at work. We also support flexible working arrangements to accommodate various life circumstances.