Regional Space Planner

Role (Why position exists):

Will be responsible for end-to-end management of fixture, hanger and space-planning requirements across the assigned regional store portfolio. The role will manage fixture allocation, excess fixture redistribution, movement, NSO readiness and store requirements in line with the approved NSO-Fixture SOP, while ensuring optimum utilization, timely execution and cost efficiency.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Own end-to-end fixture and hanger requirements across assigned stores.
• Plan and coordinate fixture and hanger requirements for New Store Openings (NSOs), renovations, relocations, refurbishments and format changes.
• Manage excess fixtures generated from stores and coordinate redistribution to existing stores or movement to warehouse storage after required approval from the Head of Operations.
• Maintain store-wise and regional records of fixture and hanger availability, requirements, excess stock and movements.
• Review approved store layouts and prepare/validate fixture requirement plans for NSOs and existing stores.
• Coordinate fixture deployment, movement, installation and replacement with Operations, Projects, Stores, Warehouse, Logistics and vendors.
• Ensure timely fixture readiness for upcoming NSOs and highlight risks or delays to management.
• Evaluate availability and reuse of existing fixtures before recommending additional requirements.
• Resolve store-level fixture and hanger requirements within defined TAT and ensure closure of pending actions.
• Generate MIS, trackers and analysis covering fixture availability, movements, excess inventory, NSO readiness and pending requirements.
• Ensure adherence to the NSO-Fixture SOP, approval matrix, documentation requirements and internal controls.
• Drive optimum fixture utilization and support cost optimization through effective redistribution and reuse.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge SAP
• Proficiency in MS Excel and retail ERP/category management tools.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation skills.
• Strong commercial acumen and problem-solving ability.

Education & professional skillset:

BBA OR MBA in Retail Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Desired experience:

• 2–5 years of experience in Space Planning, Store Planning, Retail Projects, Store Development, Fixture Management, Visual Merchandising, Retail Operations, Project Coordination

Desired functional & Behavioral competencies:

• Retail space planning and fixture/hanger management
• Strong project coordination and execution skills
• Store operations and NSO understanding
• Strong analytical ability, tracking and exception handling
• Advanced Excel and MIS reporting
• Stakeholder, vendor and cross-functional coordination
• Strong ownership, follow-up and problem-solving ability
• Knowledge of AutoCAD / space-planning software preferred
• ERP / inventory management system exposure preferred
• Cost optimization and effective asset utilization