FAQs
What is the location of the Space/Store Planner position at Burlington Stores?
The position is located at 1830 Route 130 North, Burlington, NJ, US 08016.
What is the primary responsibility of a Store Planner at Burlington?
The primary responsibility is to produce Store Planning documents to support new store openings, remodels, and capital expenditure projects, while ensuring effective communication and quality control throughout each project.
How much experience is required for this position?
A minimum of 3+ years of experience in merchandising or retail store planning/design is preferred for this role.
What educational background is required for applicants?
A Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience is required.
What software skills are necessary for this role?
Proficiency in AutoCAD and X-Ref software is necessary, along with experience in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Experience with MS Project and Bluebeam is preferred.
What kind of projects will the Store Planner oversee?
The Store Planner will oversee new store openings, remodels, and capital expenditure projects from inception to completion.
How does the Store Planner ensure compliance with planning standards?
The Store Planner must stay up to date on the latest prototype, innovation, and merchandising initiatives, ensuring that all documents comply with the established standards.
What skills are important for managing multiple projects effectively?
Strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize workload, effective communication, and the capability to troubleshoot and respond swiftly to requests for information (RFIs) and change orders are important for managing multiple projects.
Will the Store Planner need to collaborate with other teams?
Yes, the Store Planner will develop and maintain partnerships and communication with Burlington's cross-functional departments and external architects to ensure successful project execution.
What tools will the Store Planner use to log and maintain project data?
The Store Planner will use Lucernex and database files to log and maintain store attributes for each project.