Store Planner

Welcome to Ace Hardware, where we pride ourselves on being the helpful place for all your home improvement needs. We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Store Planner. As a Store Planner, you will play a crucial role in the design and layout of our stores, ensuring that our customers have a seamless shopping experience. We are looking for someone with a keen eye for visual merchandising and a passion for creating inviting and organized spaces. If you have a strong background in retail planning and are ready to join a dynamic and customer-focused team, we want to hear from you.

1. Collaborate with the store management team to understand the store's goals and objectives, and create a plan to achieve them through effective store layout and design.
2. Design and plan store layouts that are visually appealing, organized, and conducive to a positive shopping experience for customers.
3. Conduct regular store visits to assess and make necessary adjustments to the layout and placement of merchandise.
4. Utilize knowledge of customer flow and buying patterns to strategically place products in high-traffic areas of the store.
5. Work closely with merchandising and marketing teams to create cohesive and visually appealing displays that promote featured products and sales.
6. Manage inventory levels and ensure products are displayed in an organized and visually appealing manner.
7. Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in store planning and merchandising to continually improve the customer shopping experience.
8. Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to source and acquire new fixtures and displays that enhance the overall store design.
9. Train and mentor store staff on store layout and visual merchandising techniques to ensure consistent and effective execution.
10. Conduct research and analyze data to make data-driven decisions on store layout and product placement to maximize sales and customer satisfaction.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Store Planner in Fresno, CA, USA is $60,000 - $80,000 per year. This can vary depending on factors such as experience, education, and the specific company or industry the store planner works in. Some store planners may also receive bonuses or incentives based on their performance.

Ace is the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world, with more than 5,160 hardware stores locally owned and operated across the globe. Ace and its subsidiaries operate an expansive network of distribution centers in the U.S. and also have distribution capabilities in Ningbo, China; Colon, Panama; and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Its retailers' stores are located in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and approximately 65 countries.