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As the Clustering, Range & Microspace, Strategy & Performance Manager, you will be the primary architect of our clustering, micro space, and ranging strategy. This is a high-visibility leadership role where you will define our biggest commercial and customer opportunities that involve Range and Micro Space and draw the map of how we reach them. You won't just be managing data; you will be transforming our activity calendar into a high-ROI strategic tool. By owning the tech roadmap for Space, Range, and Formats (SRF) software and leading our central analytics function, you will ensure our decisions are backed by world-class insight and a future-proofed digital infrastructure.
Job Responsibility:
Strategic Leadership: Lead the creation, execution, and continuous refinement of our Range and Micro Space Strategy across all channels
Commercial Impact: Pivot the activity calendar to land major commercial and customer opportunities, ensuring every move maximises ROI and aligns with the broader business strategy
Tech & Analytics Roadmap: Drive the evolution of our SRF software and central reporting suite—from executive KPIs and management scorecards to granular layout-group analytics
Stakeholder Influence: Act as a strategic consultant to Heads of CPG, Category Management, and Ranging Managers, using data to challenge the status quo and support high-stakes decision-making
Team Development: Lead and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a culture of 'finding the 'so what'' within complex datasets
Requirements:
Deep Subject Matter Expertise: A minimum of 10 years of experience in Clustering, Ranging/Assortment, and Micro Space across multiple retail formats
Strategic Vision: A proven track record of developing short, medium, and long-term strategies that deliver tangible bottom-line results
Analytical Rigor: The ability to interpret complex data and translate it into succinct, actionable recommendations for senior leadership
Change Leadership: Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at a senior level and lead cross-functional teams through complex projects
People Management: Experience in building and developing high-performance analytical teams
What we offer:
LEISURE LEARNING: Enjoy learning a new skill or hobby even more by claiming up to £200 towards certain tutored courses
PARTNER DISCOUNT: 25% off at John Lewis and 20% at Waitrose
CLUBS & SOCIETIES: From arts & crafts to fishing, from skiing to running, we have so many clubs and societies bringing Partners with shared interests together
HOLIDAY & LEAVE: Enjoy a generous holiday provision
PENSION & LIFE ASSURANCE: Secure your future with our comprehensive pension scheme and life assurance
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