Retail Planner

Scheels•Fargo, ND

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Store Development Retail Planner is responsible for shop development at Scheels, including analyzing retail design trends, purchasing fixtures and materials, and leading fixture development for existing stores. The role works closely with the Store Development team, Line Leaders, store associates, contractors, architects, and vendors to plan and implement fixture and shop development. The position is based at the corporate office in Fargo, North Dakota, and requires approximately 60 or more overnight trips per year to Scheels locations, project sites, trade shows, and vendor meetings. A valid driver’s license is required. The schedule must be flexible between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with nights and weekends as needed, averaging 50 or more hours per week. The ideal candidate has an associate’s degree in business, construction management, or a related field, and/or 2–3 years of experience. Leadership and Scheels experience are preferred. Microsoft Office and Gmail proficiency are required, while AutoCAD experience is preferred. The role calls for strong organizational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills; attention to detail; initiative; adaptability; a team-oriented attitude; and the ability to manage projects and follow up with stakeholders. Physical duties include a range of movement and lifting consistent with medium work, with reasonable accommodation where applicable. Associates are expected to follow safety procedures and minimize injury risk. Scheels refers candidates to its careers website for a full list of benefit offerings.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license.
Associate’s degree in business, construction management, or a related field, and/or 2–3 years of experience; the posting describes this as the ideal candidate profile.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Gmail.
Strong organizational skills and ability to follow up on details.
Ability to problem-solve, act on ideas, and adapt to unknowns and changing work environments.
Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills.
Ability to apply basic math, grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Ability to meet Scheels dress and grooming expectations.
Ability to work a flexible schedule between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with nights and weekends as needed, averaging 50 or more hours per week.
Ability to travel approximately 60 or more nights per year.
Ability to sit, stand, bend at the waist, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, walk, push/pull, lift, talk, and hear, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Medium work capacity: exert up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 30 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
Follow safety procedures and perform job duties in a way that minimizes injury risk.
Treat coworkers, customers, and business partners with courtesy and respect; demonstrate energy, urgency, teamwork, teachability, adaptability, ownership, and pride in work.
Arrive at work and meetings 10 minutes early.

Nice To Haves

Leadership experience.
Scheels experience.
AutoCAD experience.

Responsibilities

Work with the corporate office and stores on fixture and shop development.
Coordinate with Scheels-hired contractors and architects on store development.
Review supplier pricing and negotiate for the best price.
Meet regularly with vendors to learn about fixture trends and available capabilities.
Make informed decisions that optimize store functionality and operational efficiency.
Travel to Scheels locations for store visits, remodeling projects, and new store setups.
Competitively shop for ideas that distinguish Scheels from competitors.
Collaborate with Marketing and Line Leaders on shop development.
Execute project plans on time and revise plans to address changing needs and requirements.
Serve as a liaison between stores and fixture manufacturers.
Check email and voicemail daily and promptly follow up with customers, vendors, and associates.
Develop project budgets and timelines.
Assist with space planning, fixture development, and design using AutoCAD.
Maintain constructive crew relations with full-time and part-time associates at stores and corporate offices.
Provide leadership to store crews and set high standards for performance.
Complete assignments efficiently and with meticulous attention to detail.
Maintain a professional appearance and a clean, orderly work area.
Demonstrate urgency, initiative, time management, and persistence in completing projects.
Exercise sound judgment, tact, and accountability when working with all levels of the organization and outside vendors.
Communicate and present effectively and promptly, both orally and in writing.
Receive constructive criticism and communicate feedback effectively to team members.
Follow safety procedures and perform duties in a manner that minimizes injury risk.