VP Store Planning & Design

Burlington Coat Factory Corporation•Burlington, NJ

55d•Hybrid

About The Position

Provides strategic team leadership for Burlington's store planning and design program. The program includes development of New Store Formats; evolution of existing Prototypes; reinvention of store environments, décor, graphics, and architectural exteriors. Planning & Design will be rolled out to 125+ New Stores per year and 25+ Right Sizes per year. Leads the extensive daily operations and establishes required standards for designs, plans, and specifications to ensure consistent execution of projects. Provides functional and technical expertise for cross-department collaboration and in support of numerous company initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in related field is preferred
5+ years in senior leadership role within the retail industry
10+ years of experience in Store Design role with major retail brand or design firm
Outstanding Innovation and Collaboration skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong leadership profile and excellent negotiation skills
Strong role model that embraces and demonstrates support for company vision & values
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with business partners
Ability to develop, drive and implement the strategy
Sound understanding of the retail / store planning & design / construction industry
Effectively and strategically work in a dynamic, fast paced environment to deliver department and corporate objectives

Responsibilities

Develop a Vision and Long-Range Plan in conjunction with SVP.
Maintain a strategic approach including: development and implementation of innovative processes to improve consistency, effectiveness & efficiencies.
Establish and manage KPIs to drive business success and achieve LRP.
Serve as functional expert in support of numerous company initiatives aimed at driving sales growth thru "brand right" and "cost-effective" store environment solutions.
Directs internal Store Designers, Graphics Designers, Store Planners, and Architects to achieve department goals and the successful completion of retail and non-retail projects.
Directs external Design Consultants, Architectural & Engineering Consultants, and Global Vendor Partners to achieve department goals and the successful completion of retail and non-retail programs.
Lead teams in the development of high quality and cost effective design solutions thru all phases of the development process.
Provide leadership, coordination, and communication with all partners involved in the store development process, including Real Estate, Legal, Facilities, Property Administration, Merchants, Planning & Allocation, Merchandise Presentation, Marketing, Store Operations, IT, LP, Finance, Construction, Store Planning, Architects, Design Consultants, Landlords, General Contractors, etc.
Lead, train, and guide team members to ensure alignment with strategic goals, foster professional development, and build a high-performing, collaborative culture.
Actively mentor direct reports and emerging leaders to strengthen succession planning and ensure continuity of leadership within the Store Planning & Design organization.