Manager, Space Planning

Kohl's • Tallahassee, FL

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About The Position

In this role you will lead the execution and continuous improvement of space planning strategies to support merchandising, capacity optimization, and in-store execution across Kohl’s stores. This leader will drive alignment between enterprise strategies and in-store execution while developing a high-performing team.

Requirements

• Expertise with space management and planogram software, including Blue Yonder Space and Floorplanning
• Proven experience leading and developing high performing teams, including coaching, performance management and talent development
• Strong understanding of space-to-sales analytics and data-driven merchandising decisions
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence cross-functional partners and align teams on business priorities
• Willingness to travel occasionally to stores or mock store environments

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Merchandising, Retail, Analytics, or related field
• Experience in large-format or multi-unit retail environments
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or SketchUp
• Advanced Excel skills (ex. pivot tables, data analysis)

Responsibilities

• Lead space planning strategies that support Kohl’s merchandising vision, driving sales productivity, profitability, and a compelling customer experience across all store formats
• Oversee the creation, maintenance, and optimization of planograms and floorplans, ensuring alignment with merchandise presentation standards and category strategies
• Analyze reporting and validation tools to ensure planogram accuracy and identify opportunities to improve space productivity
• Own end-to-end planogram lifecycle, including timelines, cross-functional reviews, approvals and updates prior to store communication
• Prioritize work, delegate effectively and manage team workload across multiple planogram and floorplan initiatives
• Build strong cross-functional partnerships and influence decisions through data, insights, and clear communication
• Support line reviews, new product launches, department resets, and mock store sets
• Provide leadership support during peak periods and high-impact initiatives
• Serve as a subject matter expert for space planning systems, tools, and processes, driving consistency and best practices across the team
• Lead onboarding, training, and development of team members
• Additional tasks may be assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees