About this role
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship
General Summary
The Store Planner I is responsible for designing and managing store layouts, which include floor, fixture, merchandise and electrical plans for each site from beginning to completion. This position develops plans for new stores, relocations, expansions and renovations, as well as the responsibility of revising plans as needed. This is the first level position in the Store Planning Department, with the primary focus on learning how Store Planning supports the company’s strategic goals.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
Create 8 – 10 floor, merchandise and fixture plans for new stores, relocations and expansions per week based on Store Construction requirements and recommendations
Ensure store plans are in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (ADA, fire, basic construction codes, etc.)
Analyze layouts for potential problems in store plans and develop recommendations for resolution
Partner with Store Construction to ensure requirements and recommendations are met
Revise plans for new stores, relocations and expansions as needed or as requested
Develop multiple calendar drawings to assist in preparation of store opening
Partner with Store Construction and Store Planning management to ensure drawings are complete and accurate based on final store survey information
Create final merchandise, fixture and graphics plans for the store opening package
Support store opening teams as needed
Create and manage project folders within Store Plan folders for assigned projects
Produce building material product orders for calendar drawings to include store fixtures, merchandising supplies, new store equipment, etc.
Partner with internal Purchasing team to ensure order accuracy and delivery timelines
Participate in cross training and project support opportunities across all positions within Store Planning
Partner with all positions in Store Planning to support initiatives across the department as dictated by business needs
Other duties as assigned
Position Requirements
Minimum Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field of study.
- Experience: Experience in AutoCAD, Construction, Site Planning and/or Space Planning Concept, Corporate or field-based retail experience is preferred.
- Job Related Skills: Ability to think outside the box is paramount. The ability to multitask is required. This person must be able to adapt very well to change, manage the interest of multiple groups while driving the project towards an overarching goal. Strong interpersonal skills are required.
- Computer Skills: AutoCAD, MS-Office Applications
Projected Salary Range: $65,500 - $82,000 with 10% annual bonus opportunity
Family Dollar is an equal opportunity employer and committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and makes all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We are committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities
Full time
Chesapeake, Virginia
Visual Merchandising
Family Dollar