Store Planner

Associated Wholesale Grocers•Kansas City, KS

11h•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for design and construction coordination for all phases of grocery store development projects in the assigned division. The Store Planner designs and develops floor plans, advises member retailers on store development and equipment needs, and works with architects and engineers to develop complete project working drawings. The role coordinates construction and equipment installation and requires a strong background in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, as well as CAD proficiency. Equipment sales and installation coordination are significant parts of the position. Some travel is required within Kansas and Missouri, with travel up to 50%.

Requirements

Minimum of a high school diploma.
Understanding of the retail grocery industry, vendor community, and sales areas.
Design experience using current CAD software.
Exposure to construction management techniques and job site visits.
Understanding of construction documents and specifications.
Experience making presentations.
Basic knowledge of refrigeration systems.
Exceptional attention to detail and time management skills.
Strong technical aptitude and comfort navigating software.
Effective relationship-building skills with vendors and retailers.
Ability to adapt and manage various tasks while meeting multiple deadlines.
Ability to perform bending, squatting, sitting, and reaching from floor level to waist level; move throughout buildings and retail sites; load and unload materials and equipment; lift 25 pounds; sit in a car for extended periods; and drive during the day and at night.
Travel up to 50%.

Nice To Haves

College degree or comparable work experience preferred.
Grocery retail background, with sales and marketing experience.
Two to five years of grocery store design or Store Engineering experience preferred.
Two to five years of construction trade, engineering, or design field experience highly desirable.
Two to five years of experience managing employees.

Responsibilities

Meet with member retailers and design fixture layouts; recommend building and equipment components for new and existing retail facilities.
Prepare bid lists and quote equipment for retail stores.
Supervise building construction, including selection of architects and engineers; review construction documents for accuracy.
Prepare and review project budgets.
Visit retail locations and coordinate equipment installation requirements with design professionals.
Develop preliminary site plans; schedule equipment deliveries and installation; negotiate with equipment vendors.
Visit job sites, resolve construction and equipment problems, and attend job site meetings with retailers, contractors, and vendors.
Interface with other AWG departments involved in store development and manage project budgets.
Provide direction and training to Store Engineers and create work processes.
Prepare annual sales projections and departmental operating budgets; manage the equipment/billing department and resolve departmental issues.