Merchandising Space Planner - Contract Opportunity with Leading National Retailer

Location: Remote - may require occasional onsite visits in Mississauga
Industry: Retail / Merchandising
Type: Contract until February 2026

Our client, a major player in the retail industry, is seeking a Merchandising Space Planner to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong analytical skills and a keen understanding of retail space planning to make a meaningful impact in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the creation and management of Modular Relay Schedules, ensuring seamless execution across merchandising operations.

• Support strategic initiatives that impact category and modular space by analyzing requests, scoping project requirements, and preparing comprehensive hand-off documentation.

• Act as a key liaison between internal planners and third-party vendors, driving alignment and timely execution of space planning deliverables.

• Translate complex data into actionable insights and communicate recommendations that influence decision-makers across the organization.

• Stay up to date on market, brand, category, and consumer trends to inform planogram development and ensure relevance in execution.

• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency, quality, and collaboration across cross-functional teams in space planning.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Post-secondary education (College Certificate or Diploma required).

• 1–2 years of experience in a retail or merchandising environment.

• Familiarity with JDA Space Planning and Floor Planning tools (certification or hands-on experience considered a strong asset).

• Strong analytical mindset with sound business judgment.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.

• Proven team player with the ability to juggle multiple priorities effectively.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

• Experience managing projects and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in today’s workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minorities, women, LGBTQ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.