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Foodland

Director of Store Planning

Foodland, New York, New York, United States

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Foodland Super Market, LTD

is locally owned and operated and has been doing business in Hawai`i for over 75 years. Foodland is strongly committed to sharing our passion for extraordinary service, unmatched quality and innovation, and delivering exceptional food and shopping experiences to inspire our community. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and organized individual with previous managerial experience in the grocery industry with a focus on store planning strategies, to join our team as

Director of Store Planning. The director of store planning will be responsible for leading the assortment strategy, space allocation and adjacencies of our product offerings to maximize sales and profitability while enhancing customer experience. Utilizing data and trends and working in alignment with company priorities and mission/vision, the position will work creatively to optimize store sets to meet agreed upon goals and financial objectives. Responsibilities & Duties: Collaborate with the sales/buying team to develop effective store layouts that align with company standards and goals Serve as a business partner to buyers and others to analyze, plan, and evaluate financial and market data to support and implement profitable merchandising strategies Optimize space allocation to meet the company's goals for each category and store Manage the development, maintenance and execution of schematics and floor plans Work with cross-functional teams and schematics specialists to roll out schematics updates and resets Manage the planning and execution of incremental displays and the display planner Develop seasonal merchandise plans with the team in alignment with company priorities Understand and live by Company mission, vision, values, guiding principles and house rules Knowledge and Skills: Proven knowledge and passion for the store planning process Strong team leader committed to the organization's values, culture, and objectives. Able to achieve results through others. Able to manage and organize multiple concurrent projects effectively. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Able to synthesize complex ideas and data to formulate plans and actions. Able to think strategically. Able to foster and build relationships internally and externally. Able to work effectively, meet deadlines, and accomplish team objectives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Office, and PowerPoint. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Education/Experience: 5+ years of proven experience in schematics/store planning within the grocery retail industry Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience Working Environment: This position involves travelingto store locations and/or neighbor islands Requires ability to work a flexible schedule on occasion to accommodate the business. Work is conducted in a hybrid office environment and may require work to be conducted in non-standard workplaces, including stores. Foodland Super Market, Ltd. is an equal-opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Foodland Super Market, Ltd. does not discriminate based on disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.