Morrison LogoWe are currently recruiting for the role of Location Planning Analyst to join our Location Planning Team, as we accelerate our expansion into the convenience market.

Over the past 18 months we have developed the M-Local concept and have now opened 12 convenience stores.

We are now building a team to step change our rate of store openings in 2013 as well as develop the infrastructure and processes suitable for a scaled convenience business.

What will I do?

  • Provide strategic insight to help define the Morrisons network strategy at both a macro and micro level, making recommendations for both new site requirements and existing store developments.
  • Produce detailed analysis in order to formulate sales and impact forecasts and conduct thorough investigation into factors that may affect any recommendations.
  • Work cross functionally to provide key recommendations in the form of Board reports for capital investment decisions.

What skills and qualifications do I need?

The person who gets the job will ideally:

  • be highly analytical and have a good understanding of the key driving factors in location planning and a thorough understanding of the UK retail (preferably food) market, geography and demography
  • have the ability to communicate well, explaining complex issues in a straightforward manner to a variety of audiences
  • be able to cope with a demanding (and often pressured) workload
  • have recent experience of data and spatial analysis in a retail environment and will have a proven track record in sales forecasting
  • have some experience in using spatial tools such as GIS systems and geo-databases such as Alteryx

How do I apply?

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Please send an up-to-date CV to:

Neal Stevenson
Head of Location Planning
neal.stevenson@morrisonsplc.co.uk

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