Specialist - Store Planning & CAD Design

Michaels Stores•Irving, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Manager - Store Planning, the Specialist - Store Planning & CAD Design executes store layouts and criteria in conjunction with the Senior Store Planner and key stakeholders. The role assists in developing prototypical fixture store layout plans using CAD documentation systems and reads, understands, and maintains architectural and store layout files. The Specialist assists with creating and documenting solutions, identifying restrictions, and developing unique designs and specifications for new, relocated, and remodeled stores. The work supports the company identity and customer experience, using AutoCAD, CAD files, and architectural files. The Specialist collaborates with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to gather input and develop store layout concepts, and supports review and approval of store design proposals, lease plans, fixture plans, field changes, and stakeholder comments within stated deadlines. With guidance, the Specialist determines efficient layouts based on prototype direction, customer needs, and projected sales volume, and works with the Senior Store Planner on store flow, fixture usage, space design, and support and operations areas. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Four-year degree in a related field or equivalent experience of at least three years, such as in Architecture, Interior Design, or Merchandise Planning.
2–4 years of experience in a related field, such as Retail Design, Merchandising, or Commercial Construction.
Knowledge of AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Project.
Design or space-planning background, preferably in retail store layout design or commercial design.
Ability to read, understand, and maintain architectural and store layout files.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, including experience working with complex CAD files.
Ability to read PDFs and convert them into accurate CAD files for layout purposes.
Strong organizational and project-management skills to manage workload and project requirements.
Detail-oriented, with the ability to compare information from different sources to create accurate background files.
Ability to communicate with internal and external partners to finalize layouts.

Nice To Haves

Retail store experience, including merchandise and fixture understanding and experience working in a store to understand customer needs.
Basic knowledge of ADA requirements.

Responsibilities

Assist in creating and documenting solutions, identifying restrictions, and developing store layout designs and specifications for new, relocated, and remodeled stores.
Use AutoCAD, CAD files, and architectural files to develop store layout plans that promote the company identity and enhance the customer experience.
Partner with the Senior Store Planner and cross-functional stakeholders to gather input and develop store layout design concepts.
Review store design proposals for preliminary REC approval within two weeks of receiving a complete Real Estate package, and review Approved for Lease SSPs and Fixture Plans within 24 hours of a Legal request for Final Lease before submission to the Manager of Store Design for approval and signature.
Process and respond to redline field changes and direction or comments from Construction Managers, landlords, architects, and cities within 48 hours of receipt.
Determine efficient space layouts, with guidance, based on current prototype direction, customer needs, and projected sales volume.
Find design solutions by applying design criteria and solving problems creatively.
Work with the Senior Store Planner to determine store flow, fixture usage, space design, and support and operations areas.
Perform other duties as assigned.