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Retail Location Analysis (RLA) – Finding the locations that matter, 28-30 April 2014

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OXIRM RLA training courseThe programme offers managers with oversight of planning, development and site assessment – from retail, consumer service, property and other professional services businesses – the opportunity to explore the latest thinking in retail location analysis. The programme remains the only one of its kind.

Developed markets across Europe continue to experience economic challenges, which have direct effects upon consumers’ confidence and retail spending. Combined with the impact of non-store retailing on established retailers, the main priorities for location analysis professionals will be the continuous evaluation of existing sites, the optimisation of network performance – and, where relevant, the consideration of selective disposals.

We know that all kinds of locations – High Streets or out-of-town – and all sizes of organisation are under pressure. For some businesses, however, exploring the opportunities presented by newly vacated sites, or running the slide rule over potential acquisitions, whether nationally and internationally, is still a real possibility.

We believe that our three-day residential programme is the only one of its kind. Our tried and tested, deliberately small-scale approach, encourages discussion with speakers and individual learning through techniques workshops.

Dr Jonathan Reynolds ran the 2013 programme in tandem with Dr David Rogers from DSR Marketing Systems in the US. Between the two of them they have over 50 years of experience in site location issues. Other contributions were made by visiting practitioners and experts.

And for the third year running, we were delighted that location planning experts from CACI supported the programme.

Sessions offered in 2013 included:

  • Developing a Location Research Methodology
  • The Analogue Method
  • UK store forecasting and location planning: the state of the art
  • Property, economics and retail planning
  • Network rationalisation and research for existing stores
  • Data workshop: new sources, new methods
  • Multivariate Analysis
  • Emerging issues in retail location planning
  • Optimising networks in an omni-channel world
  • Retail location analysis in international markets
  • Shopping centres and retail locations: the case of Trinity, Leeds
  • Gravity & spatial interaction modelling in theory and practice

To book email OXIRMenquiries@sbs.ox.ac.uk

http://www.sbs.ox.ac.uk/ideas-impact/oxirm/education-and-more/executive-education/retail-location-analysis

The Southern Co-operative, Store Location Analyst, Portsmouth

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We are looking for a Store Location Analyst reporting to the Store Location Planning Manager.

The job will be based at our Central Support offices in Portsmouth however the successful candidate will be expected to occasionally travel across our trading area.

The role is to provide a professional site assessment service to support growth strategies for the food retail business.

Key Accountabilities:

  • Research and analyse store location potential using a variety of data sources including proprietary censusbased GIS software, society store performance data, and the internet.
  • Generate preliminary sales forecasts – “Stage 1 desktop analysis” – to inform site selection and investment decisions for new stores, refits and store extensions.
  • Carry out detailed site location analysis – “Stage 2 fieldwork analysis” – on designated development projects.
  • Monitor competitor acquisition activity through local authority websites and other on-line sources (eg Planning Portals, premises licence applications, press coverage), identify and escalate potential threats and opportunities.
  • Undertake ad-hoc research and analysis (deskwork and fieldwork) to support retail development activity, including producing documentation for Board submissions or other presentation or reporting purposes.
  • Provide location analysis to support marketing planning for specific stores – eg tactical promotional mailing.
  • Provide admin and project support to the Head of Retail Business Development and development team as required.

Applicants should possess the following skills and attributes:

  • Competent in the use of geo-demographic market analysis software eg MicroMarketer, InSite.
  • Able to apply a variety of modelling and forecasting techniques to explain and predict store performance including “bottom-up” analysis.
  • A pragmatic approach to combining data outputs with observation and experience to produce sound commercial judgments on site potential.
  • A broad understanding of the retail property market and convenience grocery sector including competitor formats and market trends.
  • Degree level or equivalent qualification in geography, town planning, economics or business studies.
  • Ability to communicate with colleagues from different disciplines and work cross functionally.
  • Good numeracy and computer-literacy, competent in the use of spreadsheets.
  • Good geographical knowledge of the UK retail landscape generally and The Southern Co-operative’s target trading territory in particular.
  • Full UK driving licence, prepared to travel across the south of England on an occasional basis, including overnight stops.

If you have the skills and abilities we are looking for we’d like to hear from you.

Candidates are unable to apply online however can visit www.tscjobs.co.uk and download an application form and send it to Michaela Griffiths, HR Administrator, The Southern Co-operative, 1000 Lakeside, Western Road, PORTSMOUTH PO6 3FE.

Please email your CV and covering letter advising your salary expectations to careers@southerncoops.co.uk

New Space Analysis Manager, Sainsbury’s, Coventry

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Sainsbury's logoAs New Space Analysis Manager at Sainsbury’s, you will lead a small team to deliver best-in-class competitor pipeline and store opening analysis. Providing a clear picture of how market changes will impact on our growth plans, you will help to identify key sales and customer trends, support Post-Investment Reviews ands and gauge potential new store performance.

Experience of leading a team is essential, with a proven track record of initiating and implementing change. You will be comfortable handling large databases, with the ability to integrate quantitative and qualitative information to support investment decisions. You’ll challenge, influence and communicate, implementing a structured approach to meet deadlines, manage resources effectively and bring out the best in every individual in your team.

Sainsbury’s is an established retailer with ambitious plans for the future. While we already have more than 1,000 stores, we are still expanding and growing our product ranges in areas such as General Merchandise, Electrical, Entertainment, Energy and Clothing, as well as food. By 2020, 20% of our sales will come from beyond our ‘core supermarket’ business, creating remarkable scope for you to both accelerate and diversify your career development.

We always find space for talent.

To find out more and apply online, visit sainsburys.jobs or read more about the New Space Analysis Manager position.