Store Planner

Welcome to Ace Hardware, where we believe in helping our customers find the perfect products for their home improvement needs. As a Store Planner, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our stores are designed and organized in a way that maximizes efficiency and enhances the shopping experience for our customers. We are looking for a detail-oriented individual with a strong understanding of space planning, merchandising, and retail operations. If you are passionate about creating functional and visually appealing store layouts and have the skills to bring our vision to life, we would love to have you on our team. Join us at Ace Hardware and be part of a company that values innovation, teamwork, and customer satisfaction.Develop store layout and design plans that align with our brand image and business objectives.Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as merchandising, operations, and marketing to understand their needs and incorporate them into store design.Analyze store traffic patterns and customer behavior to optimize store layout and product placement.Utilize space planning software to create detailed and accurate store layouts.Conduct research and stay updated on industry trends and best practices in store design and merchandising.Ensure compliance with company standards, policies, and procedures for store design and layout.Work closely with store managers to understand their specific store needs and make necessary adjustments to the floor plan.Provide guidance and support to store teams during store renovations or relocations.Manage budget and timelines for store design projects.Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of store layouts and make recommendations for improvements.Train and mentor new store planners on company standards and best practices.Maintain a high level of attention to detail and accuracy in all store planning activities.Foster a positive and collaborative working relationship with internal teams and external vendors.Continuously seek ways to enhance the shopping experience for our customers through store design.Represent Ace Hardware and its values of innovation, teamwork, and customer satisfaction in all interactions and projects.Ace Hardware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.