STORE PLANNING ASSOCIATE - Macy’s : Job Details

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Job Overview

The Associate, Store Planning, plays an important role in our team, providing leadership and design management support to Bloomingdale's Senior Design Director. They oversee diverse Bloomingdale's Store Environment projects, including New Store Capital Projects, Renovations, Expansions, and vendor shop design reviews. The Associate effectively leverages their Project Planner direct report's contributions and leads initiatives for fixtures, services, Minimum Standard Upgrades, and Customer Facing Projects, focusing on sales opportunities and enhancing the customer journey.

What You Will Do

• Lead in programming and block plan development, ensuring early integration of Bloomingdale's plan principles and architecture standards
• Collaborate in scope development and budgeting exercises to achieve both the desired shopping experience and business expectations
• Efficiently onboard and manage project consultants, ensuring they exceed performance expectations on schedule and within budget
• Utilize creative knowledge and professional expertise to produce well-thought-out, accurate, and concise project documentation conveying design intent
• Manage the design and planning coordination role during the capital project post-bid and construction phases
• Provide timely, accurate, and transparent communication on project status, including meeting minutes, tracking updates, schedules, and setting up required meetings with partner groups
• Organize, manage, develop, and coordinate all plans, fixture requirements, and data reports for assigned projects
• Collaborate with Store Environment partners to gather necessary information for scope and block plans, merchandise flow, and fixture plans
• Develop presentation-quality plans adhering to Store Environment and building code guidelines for distribution to senior management
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously, reviewing final drawings for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to Store Planning & Project Delivery guidelines
• Train others on Store Planning & Project Delivery project and construction document procedures when applicable
• Proactively identify and initiate best practice processes
• Oversee and direct consultants on all project planning issues, ensuring satisfaction of scope, schedule, and project deliverable goals.

Skills You Will Need

Leadership and Design Management: Effective leadership and design management support for diverse retail environment projects, including New Store Capital Projects and vendor shop design reviews.

Project Planning and Coordination: Proficient in leading programming, block plan development, and collaboration for achieving desired shopping experiences and business expectations. Simultaneous handling of multiple projects, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and adherence to guidelines.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional communication skills, providing timely updates, and maintaining transparent communication practices.

Strategic Thinking and Flexibility: Ability to think creatively, strategically, and technically, coupled with flexibility to meet department and company needs.

Technical Proficiency: Proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Tools Suite.

Who You Are

• Dedicated to fulfilling ideals of diversity, inclusion, and respect that Macys aspires to achieve every day in every way.
• Candidates with a bachelors degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply. Bachelors degree in Interior Design or Architecture preferred.
• 6+ years of interior space planning and project management experience, preferably with at least 3 years within retail store environments.
• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands/fingers to touch, handle, and feel. Occasionally required to move about the workplace and reach with hands and arms. Requires close vision.
• Able to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.

What We Can Offer You

• An inclusive, challenging, and refreshingly fun work environment
• Competitive pay and benefits rooted in principles of equity
• Performance incentives and annual merit review
• Merchandise discounts
• Health and Wellness Benefits across medical, dental, vision, and additional insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan with 401k match opportunity
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health counseling and legal/financial advice)
• Resources for continuous learning, career growth, and leadership development
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (first year prorated depending on start date)
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Guild education benefit funds 100% of tuition, books, and fees in designated programs
• Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) and give-back/volunteer opportunities
• Empowerment and autonomy to perform impactful work with tangible results

About Macys

Now is an exciting time for a Macy's career as we continue to focus on creating exciting and memorable experiences for every Macy's customer, whether their journey starts online or in the store. Our opportunities in Sales, Merchandise, Operations, Customer Service, Warehouse, Marketing, and other areas let you express your creativity and commitment to excellence, grow your career and make a difference to your Macy's colleagues and customers.

Bring your creativity, energy, and ideas to the Macy's team Apply Today!

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This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Additional benefit details are available at macysJOBS.com.