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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:
Lead the creation, execution, and continuous refinement of our Range and Micro Space Strategy across all channels
Pivot the activity calendar to land major commercial and customer opportunities, ensuring every move maximises ROI and aligns with the broader business strategy
Drive the evolution of our SRF software and central reporting suite—from executive KPIs and management scorecards to granular layout-group analytics
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
Lead and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a culture of 'finding the 'so what'' within complex datasets
Requirements:
A minimum of 10 years of experience in Clustering, Ranging/Assortment, and Micro Space across multiple retail formats
A proven track record of developing short, medium, and long-term strategies that deliver tangible bottom-line results
The ability to interpret complex data and translate it into succinct, actionable recommendations for senior leadership
Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at a senior level and lead cross-functional teams through complex projects
Experience in building and developing high-performance analytical teams
What we offer:
Leisure Learning: up to £200 towards certain tutored courses
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