Location
London, London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£10,000 per month

About the Role
Every great store starts with a great decision about where to put it. As our Location Planner, you'll make those decisions. You'll use catchment data, market intelligence and commercial insight to determine where Argos should open, invest and grow, and where we can serve more customers. Your recommendations will influence our estate strategy and board level decisions, shaping how millions of customers shop with us. You will work closely with the Property team and external data partners, turning complex data into clear, confident advice that drives the business forward. If you enjoy uncovering the story behind the numbers and seeing your work translate into real stores on real high streets, this role is for you.

Key responsibilities include producing accurate, evidence-led sales forecasts and board papers for new stores, extensions, trade transfers and existing store investments; running catchment analysis to identify gaps in market coverage, untapped headroom and incremental sales opportunities; recommending the right size, format and offer for new stores and extensions backed by a robust network plan; combining customer, digital, competitor and store performance insight to shape location recommendations; contributing location planning expertise to lease renewals, store trials, post investment reviews and board papers; owning the requirements for, and effective use of, our data, models and analytical tools; managing external data and analytical partners with clear briefs and strong quality control; and partnering with the wider Property team to assess the commercial viability of new and existing sites across the UK. You will also keep your knowledge of the retail landscape and population trends up to date.

At Argos, we are a digital-led UK retailer pushing boundaries to meet every generation with what they want, how and when they want it. Serving millions of customers through our website, app, same-day delivery and Click & Collect services, we offer real opportunities to learn, grow and shape your career. You will work with brilliant colleagues across Commercial, Buying, Merchandising, Design, Supply Chain, Digital, Operations, Customer Experience, Marketing, and People and Transformation teams. From enabling inspiring choice across our owned brands including Habitat, Chad Valley and Bush, alongside the world’s biggest brands like Apple, Lego, Xbox and Samsung, to making shopping effortlessly convenient, championing trusted value and accelerating our strategy, Argos is an exciting place to build your future.

We are committed to being a truly inclusive retailer welcoming everyone. We offer flexible working where possible and take development seriously, supporting you to try new things and grow. Our benefits include colleague discounts, pension scheme, life cover, performance-related bonus of up to 20% of salary, annual holiday allowance with option to buy additional leave, private healthcare, season ticket loans, interest free car loans, cycle to work scheme, health cash plans, salary advance options, employee assistance programme, and generous parental leave policies.

Experience
Proven experience in location planning, property or estate strategy, retail analytics, GIS or a related analytical discipline. Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to turn demographic, customer, competitor and retail performance data into evidence-based recommendations. Solid understanding of catchment analysis, market sizing, geographic coverage and customer demand, combined with commercial awareness to assess investment opportunities. Experience in multi-site retail expansion or estate optimisation including site selection, store formats and new store acquisition. Skilled in building sales forecasts, investment appraisals or business cases, and analysing the impact of new openings on the existing estate. Proficient in Excel and data visualisation, mapping or analytical tools, with strong attention to detail and structured problem solving. Ability to explain complex analysis clearly to non-technical stakeholders and influence decisions. Familiarity with the Argos business model, including standalone stores, concessions, digital fulfilment and customer collection is desirable.

About you
You are analytical, commercially minded and confident in making data-driven recommendations. You enjoy working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to deliver market-leading location planning. You keep up to date with retail landscape and population trends and are motivated by seeing your work translate into real-world business impact.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications in location planning, property, retail analytics, GIS or related fields are preferred but not mandatory. A commitment to continuous learning and development is essential.