Location Planner at Totalsports, The Foschini Group
The Foschini Group
Overview
Totalsports, part of The Foschini Group, is looking for a Location Planner to help decide where their stores should be. You will use data and market research to find the best spots for new shops and to check how existing ones are doing. It is a great role for someone who enjoys retail, numbers, and making smart business decisions that shape where people shop.
About the role
As a Location Planner at Totalsports, you will play a key role in guiding where the brand opens new stores and how existing locations perform. You will work with maps, sales data, and market trends to recommend the best places for Totalsports to be.
What you can expect to do:
- Research and analyse potential store locations using demographic and sales data
- Prepare reports and presentations to support location decisions
- Work with the property and retail teams to review new site opportunities
- Monitor the performance of current stores and suggest improvements
- Keep up to date with retail trends and competitor activity
Application note: Please make sure your CV is up to date and highlights any experience you have in retail planning, data analysis, or property research.
Requirements
- A relevant qualification in Business, Retail, Geography, or a related field
- Experience in location planning, retail analysis, or a similar role is advantageous
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Good communication skills and the ability to work with different teams
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- An understanding of the South African retail market
Responsibilities
- Analyse data to identify suitable locations for new Totalsports stores
- Evaluate the performance of existing stores and recommend improvements
- Prepare location reports and presentations for management
- Collaborate with property and retail teams on site selection
- Conduct market research and monitor competitor openings
Job details
- Organisation
- The Foschini Group
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Mid
- Education
- Diploma
- Category
- Retail & Wholesale
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
When applying for this Location Planner role at Totalsports, show that you understand how retail locations affect sales. In your CV, highlight any projects where you analysed data or made recommendations about store placements. If you have experience with mapping software or sales forecasting, mention it. In an interview, be ready to discuss how you would decide if a new store should open in a specific area. Show your passion for retail and your ability to think analytically. Good luck!
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