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 2-3 floor, merchandise and fixture plans for new stores, relocations and expansions per week based on Store Construction requirements and recommendations

·         Create 10-20 floor, merchandise and fixture plans for varying special projects based on merchant needs or requests, meeting 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 and fixture plans for the store opening package

·         Support project management and field teams as needed

·         Create and manage project folders in compliance with Store Planning organization for assigned projects

·         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 and/or equivalent work experience 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 and organize workload 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