Specialist - Store Planning & CAD Design

Support Center - Irving

Under the direction of the Manager - Store Planning, the Specialist - Store Planning & CAD Design is responsible for executing each store’s layout and criteria in conjunction with the Senior Store Planner and key stakeholders. The role will be responsible for assisting in the development of prototypical fixture store layout plans using the CAD system of documentation, as well as reading, understanding, and maintaining architectural and store layout files.

Major Activities

- Assists in the creation and documents solutions/identifies restrictions as well as unique and diverse store layout designs and specifications for new, relocated, and remodel stores.  Supports the promotion of the company identity through designs that will enhance the experience for the customer.  Uses AutoCAD, CAD files, and Architectural files to complete this work.
- Partners with Senior Store Planner to collaborate with cross-functional teams and other key stakeholders to gather input and develop store layout design concept solutions, including Manager Store Design, Construction Managers, Real Estate Directors, and VP of Store Development. Reviews with the Senior Store Planner all Store Design proposals for preliminary approval for REC (within two weeks of receipt of complete Real Estate package) and Approved for Lease SSPs and Fixture Plans (within 24 hours of a request from Legal for Final Lease) prior to submitting to Manager of Store Design for approval and signature of the proposed store plan. Processes and replies to all redline field changes and Construction Manager direction, landlord, architect, and city comments within 48 hours of receipt.
- With guidance, determines the most efficient space layout based on current prototype direction, customer needs, and projected sales volume.  Solve problems working from the design criteria to find “out of the box” solutions.
- Works with Sr. Store Planner to determine the “flow” of the store, fixture usage, space design, and support/operations areas.

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Minimum Education

- 4-year degree in a related field or equivalent 3+ years of experience (e.g., Architecture, Interior Design, Merchandise Planning)

Minimum Special Certifications or technical skills

- AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Project
- Design/space planning background-preferably in retail store layout design or commercial design
- Capable of reading, understanding, and maintaining architectural and store layout files
- Proficient in AutoCAD with experience in working with complex CAD files
- Understands how to read PDFs and convert them to accurate CAD files for layout purposes

Minimum Type of experience the job requires

- 2-4 years of experience in a related field (e.g., Retail Design, Merchandising, Commercial Construction)
- Strong organizational and project management skills to keep up with the workload and project requirements
- Detail-oriented, able to compare different pieces of information to create accurate background files
- • Communicates with internal and external partners to finalize layouts

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Preferred Special Certifications or technical skills

- Retail store experience-merch/fixture understanding and worked in a store to understand customer needs
- Has basic knowledge of ADA requirements

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com  and  Michaels.ca . The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit  www.michaels.com .

Michaels offers a range of benefits to support team members and their families. Depending on position and eligibility, team members may have access to a 401(k) with employer match, an Employee Assistance Program, medical, dental, and vision coverage, telemedicine services, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and various voluntary insurance options. All team members enjoy everyday perks such as employee discounts and access to partner discount programs. For a summary of benefits, visit the Michaels Benefits at a Glance page. For additional information regarding benefits, visit MIKBenefits.com

Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.

Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).

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