Who we are:

GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans and The North Face. 

Responsibilities: 

• Plan retail space and capacity down to the category/brand level by season for all stores.
• Create and maintain floor plans that enhance the consumer journey while optimizing space usage in our retail outlets.
• Map assortments by fixture in collaboration with the Buying team, aligning with seasonal selections, product introductions, brand flows, and guidelines.
• Maintain fixture counts, space, and capacity data to provide accurate guidance on stock levels (capacity) in stores at all times.
• Analyze sales performance by category/brand and provide insights into space productivity by store (e.g., GMROM/GMROF).
• Provide recommendations on retail space allocation, zoning plans, and stockroom capacities based on productivity and performance.
• Collaborate with Buyers, Planners, Projects, Visual Merchandising, and Retail teams to implement space planning effectively.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Business, or a related discipline.
• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience; experience in the retail industry is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Intermediate Excel skills (familiarity with common formulas and functions).