Store Planner

Associated Wholesale Grocers

. Design and coordinate construction for all phases of grocery store development projects in the assigned division.

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeKansas City • Kansas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in grocery store design and construction management, with a strong understanding of retail grocery industry standards and vendor relationships. Proficient in CAD software and capable of managing project budgets and timelines effectively.

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Grocery Store Design ExperienceConstruction Management TechniquesCAD Software ProficiencyProject Budget ManagementVendor Relationship Building

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Hard Skills

Construction Document UnderstandingFloor Plan DesignEquipment Installation CoordinationRefrigeration Systems KnowledgeProject Budget PreparationSite Plan DevelopmentBid List PreparationTechnical AptitudeSales Projections PreparationStore Engineering Experience

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailTime ManagementEffective CommunicationRelationship BuildingProblem Solving

Industry Keywords

Retail Grocery IndustryConstruction TradeStore DevelopmentVendor CommunitySales and Marketing Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and coordinate construction for all phases of grocery store development projects in the assigned division.
Design and develop floor plans.
Advise member retailers on store development and equipment needs.
Work with architects and engineers to develop complete project working drawings.
Coordinate construction and equipment installation.
Meet with member retailers and design fixture layouts.
Recommend building and equipment components for new and existing retail facilities.
Prepare bid lists and quote equipment for retail stores.
Supervise building construction, including selection of architects and engineers.
Review construction documents for accuracy.
Prepare and review project budgets.
Visit retail locations and job sites.
Coordinate equipment installation and requirements with design professionals.
Develop preliminary site plans.
Schedule equipment deliveries and installation.
Negotiate with equipment vendors.
Resolve construction and equipment problems.
Attend job site meetings with retailers, contractors and vendors.
Interface with other AWG departments involved with store development.
Manage project budgets.
Provide direction and training to Store Engineers.
Create work processes.
Prepare annual sales projections and departmental operating budgets.
Manage the equipment/billing department.
Resolve departmental issues.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of high school diploma.
College degree or comparable work experience preferred.
Understanding of the retail grocery industry, vendor community and sales area(s).
Design experience utilizing current CAD software.
Exposure to construction management techniques and job site visits.
Understanding of construction documents and specifications.
Experience making presentations.
Basic knowledge of refrigeration systems.
Exceptional attention to detail and time management skills.
Strong technical aptitude with comfort in software navigation.
Effective relationship building skills to create and grow professional relationships with vendors and retailers.
Ability to manage various tasks while meeting multiple deadlines.
Grocery retail background, with sales and marketing experience.
2-5 years of grocery store design/store engineering experience preferred.
2-5 years of construction trade, engineering or design field experience highly desirable.
2-5 years of experience managing employees.
Ability to perform bending, squatting, sitting, and reaching from floor level to waist level.
Ability to move throughout various buildings, conduct meetings at retail sites, load and unload materials and equipment.
Ability to lift 25 pounds.
Ability to sit in a car for long periods of time.
Ability to drive both day and at night.
Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time
401(k) with 4% match along with 3 other contributions
Tuition Reimbursement
Basic & Supplemental Life and AD&D
Employee Assistance Program
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Wellness Program
Yearly Holiday Bonus
Hybrid work model