Store Planner

Associated Wholesale Grocers

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

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeNashville • Tennessee • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in grocery store design and construction management, with a strong focus on project budgeting, vendor negotiation, and effective communication with retailers. Proficient in CAD software and possesses a solid understanding of construction documents and refrigeration systems.

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

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Hard Skills

Construction Document ReviewProject Budget PreparationSite Plan DevelopmentEquipment Installation CoordinationRefrigeration Systems Knowledge

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailTime ManagementEffective CommunicationRelationship BuildingPresentation Skills

Industry Keywords

Grocery RetailStore DevelopmentConstruction CoordinationRetail Fixture LayoutsSales Projections

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 and 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 and prepare and review project budgets.
Visit retail locations and coordinate equipment installation and requirements with design professionals.
Develop preliminary site plans.
Schedule equipment deliveries and installation.
Negotiate with equipment vendors.
Visit job sites, resolve construction and equipment problems, and attend job site meetings.
Interface with AWG departments involved in 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 and resolve departmental issues.
Travel within Kansas and Missouri as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of high school diploma.
College degree or comparable work experience preferred.
Grocery retail background, with sales and marketing experience.
Design experience utilizing current CAD software.
Exposure to construction management techniques and job site visits.
Understanding of construction documents and specifications.
Basic knowledge of refrigeration systems.
Experience making presentations.
Exceptional attention to detail and time management skills.
Strong technical aptitude with comfort in software navigation.
Effective relationship building skills with vendors and retailers.
Ability to manage various tasks while meeting multiple deadlines.
Ability to perform bending, squatting, sitting, and reaching from floor level to waist level.
Ability to move throughout buildings, conduct meetings at retail sites, and 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 night.
Travel up to 50%.
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.

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