Interim Merchandising Coordinator Retail Space Planning

Interim Merchandising Coordinator Retail Space Planning

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Location: Richmond, BC

Job Type: Contract (12 months)

About Us: At London Drugs, we thrive on finding new ways to take care of people, every day. We go above and beyond the expected to make lives less complicated. As a 100% Canadian‑owned company, we’re proud to deliver exceptional service while fostering a supportive, growth‑oriented environment.

We’re looking for a Merchandising Coordinator – Retail Space Planning (Contract) to support our Merchandising Services team. This role is ideal for someone detail‑oriented, organized, and passionate about retail merchandising, planograms, and space planning. As a Merchandising Coordinator, you will collaborate closely with Buyers, Merchandise Managers, Business Units, and Vendor Partners to ensure smooth execution of merchandising strategies. Core responsibilities include coordinating, maintaining, and publishing planograms, floor layouts, Paid Ends, and promotional displays across all assigned store sections and retail display spaces.

• Play a key role in shaping retail merchandising and space planning strategies
• Collaborate with Buyers, Merchandise Managers, Business Units, and Vendor Partners
• Enjoy a supportive, innovative team culture
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and growth

• Coordinate, maintain, and publish planograms, floor plans, Paid Ends, and promotional displays
• Support Buyers and Business Units with inventory management and space planning
• Set up and maintain product images and dimensions for planograms
• Liaise with Business Units on planning, execution, revision, and follow‑up of planograms
• Coordinate monthly Paid Ends and Promo worksheets
• Respond to vendor correspondence and store inquiries
• Run reports for Buyers and Merchandise Managers
• Review and update floor plans to ensure merchandising standards are met
• Troubleshoot and resolve challenges reported by stores and internal departments

• Experience in a merchandising or retail store environment
• Strong understanding of product categories, hierarchies, and data structures
• Basic pricing and promotion knowledge
• Strong computer literacy, including AS/400 and RSA systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  
  Highly organized with the ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities
• Initiative and problem‑solving skills with the ability to work across all levels of personnel
• A proactive, enthusiastic, and growth‑oriented mindset

• Career Advancement – Real opportunities to grow from within
• Competitive Compensation – Salaries aligned with your experience and contributions
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Employee Discounts – Sharing our success with you
• Recognition Programs – Tangible rewards for great work
• Company‑Matched RRSPs – Helping secure your future
• Continuous Learning – Access to in‑house training and education programs
• Supportive Resources – Free, confidential counseling through our EFAP
• Community Involvement – Be part of initiatives that give back

This position is a Full Time 12‑month contract. Hours are Monday to Friday 8:00am-4:30pm.

Apply now and join our team at London Drugs! If you’re a detail‑oriented professional who thrives in retail merchandising and space planning, we’d love to hear from you.

London Drugs is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are committed to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We will provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work applicable to this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Be advised, London Drugs DOES NOT use third‑party recruitment services.

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