Store Designer - Full-time / Part-time

Company Name: Kroger General Office
Position Type: Employee
FLSA Status: Exempt
 

 

Design, develop and plan production for Capital enterprise construction projects (new, acquisition, expansion and interior remodel). Organize, assess andmanage information and schedules to meet merchandising goals and objectives within timelines. Engage Facility Engineering, Procurement, Merchandising,Operations, Senior/Executive Leaders and consultants. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity,inclusion and safety of others.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide creative, technically accurate project specific design solutions in accordance with Corporate and Division merchandising and operationsobjectives, construction standards, budget and timelines.
• Participate in plan scope development/subsequent plan reviews by engaging a multi-disciplined team (Executives, merchants, and project engineers)through on-site visits, store walks, focus groups, conference calls and "live" meetings.
• Anticipate problems/make adjustments with guidance from Division/Supervisors.
• Coordinate /prioritize Division weekly schedules with Supervisor to address priorities and engage Division/Regional Construction.
• Maintain information is accurate in databases/Site-Folio (e.g. plans, documentation, project lists, schedule priorities and dates, billing data).
• Identify opportunities/potential solutions for process improvement.
• Recognize the need for project collaboration and/or escalation and notify the appropriate personnel.
• Provide leadership resource as "planning observation expert" for assigned store department, area or operation through on-going research, independentinterpretation, information sharing, and execution in plans.
• Maintain comprehensive working knowledge of merchandising, operations, construction, code guidelines, planning principles and objectives, as well asstore equipment functions and requirements.
• Participate in remodel Store Focus Groups with customers and store associates as necessary.
• Monitor and maintain awareness of grocery retail industry and competition as it relates to planning and design.
• Independently manage project schedules and priorities for assigned Division.
• Understand retail merchandising, operations and construction standards within store design.
• Point of contact for Division.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Position/Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, planning, interior design or related field or 5 years' experience in retail store space planning with exposure toconstruction and project design management
• Proficient in use of AutoCAD
• Ability to understand/follow redlines, sketches and direction to produce plans
• Ability to collaborate within a team
• Meet project schedules/deadlines
• Ability to organize/manage time
• Effective communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Exposure to field related aspects (e.g. construction/ fixture design/interior design/merchandising/operations/ related fields)
• Project scheduling/management relating to project design
• Direct interaction with clients
• Revit training or experience
• Exhibits leadership qualities/skills
• Ability to influence others
• Demonstrated ability to provide planning guidance to peers
• Ability to present design concepts/solutions
• Ability to read complex architectural/engineering plans
• Ability to travel independently (10%)

 

Education Level: Bachelor's Required
Required Travel: Up to 25%
Required Certifications/Licenses: None
Position Type: Full-Time
Technology Skills: [[mfield6]]
Regions: General Office- Cincinnati

States: Ohio
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Jobs at Kroger: At Kroger, we hire people who have a passion for helping others and who want to build a relationship with our Customers. No matter what stage of your career, you can build your future at Kroger. We look for people who want more, aspire to be more and work hard to achieve their goals. Our focus on keeping the Customer first is what makes us successful. As the largest traditional grocery chain in the U.S. and one of the world's largest retailers, we employee more than 368,000 Associates across 34 states and the District of Columbia. We offer many opportunities not only in our stores, but in Manufacturing, Logistics, Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, and many other fields.

 

Company Overview
Kroger, one of the world's largest retailers, employs nearly 400,000 associates who serve customers in 2,625 supermarkets and multi-department stores in 34 states and the District of Columbia. With more than $108.5 billion in sales in 2014, Kroger ranks 20th on the Fortune list and we continue to grow. Recognized by Forbes as the most generous company in America, Kroger is a leader in feeding the hungry, supporting breast cancer awareness, assisting local schools and community organizations, and supporting members of the armed forces and their families. Careers with The Kroger Co. and our family of companies offer competitive wages, flexible schedules, benefits and room for advancement.

 

 Posting Notes:  OH || Cincinnati || 1014 Vine Street || 45202 || Kroger General Office || None || Store Planning || Employee || Exempt || Full-Time || None