Retail Planner

Scheels Corporate Office
1707 Gold Drive
Fargo, ND 58103, USA

Scheels Company Goals:

We strive to be the best retailer in the USA in the eyes and minds of our customers, associates, and business partners.

Overview:

The Store Development Retail Planner position will be responsible for shop development  position will work in an energetic environment and display prompt & effective action in analyzing retail design trends, purchasing (fixtures & materials), and leading fixture development for existing stores. This position will work closely with the SD Team, Line Leaders, store associates, and contractors to provide the best planning and implementation of fixtures and shop development in our existing stores.

Responsibilities:

Fixture & Shop Development

• Collaborate with corporate teams, line leaders, campus groups, contractors, and architects on store development, major projects, and remodels
• Manage fixture design, development, and space planning using AutoCAD
• Serve as the primary liaison to fixture manufacturers and vendors; regularly meet with suppliers to learn about new trends and capabilities
• Review supplier pricing, negotiate contracts, and competitive shops to set Scheels apart from competitors

Project & Operations Management

• Develop and manage project budgets, timelines, and execution plans, revising as needed to adapt to changing requirements
• Make informed, operational decisions to optimize store functionality and efficiency
• Complete assignments with a high sense of urgency, meticulous attention to detail, and a focus on overcoming obstacles to finish projects
• Serve as an effective team leader, setting high standards, demanding excellence, and maintaining strong, positive relations with corporate and store associates
• Promote a team-oriented environment that fosters pride in execution, openness to constructive feedback, creative problem-solving, and clean, organized work spaces
• Exercise honest judgment, tact, initiative, and accountability across all levels of the organization and external vendor partners
• Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills; self empowered with exceptional time management, follow-through, and organizational skills

Location: Corporate Office in Fargo, ND

Travel: Approximately 20+ nights per year for store visits, site visits (remodels/expansions), and vendor meetings. Must hold a valid driver’s license.

Schedule: Must be flexible to work between 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Monday–Friday (with nights and weekends as needed), averaging 50+ hours per week

Requirements:

Customer Service

Genuinely and consistently treat co-workers, customers and business partners like they are the most important person including eye contact, a smile and a genuine “Thank you”

Culture

Approach daily tasks, projects and follow-up communication with energy and sense of urgency

Cultivate a deep desire to become a knowledge expert in their role with the ability to apply their knowledge and experience with great impact.

Show respect and appreciation for others and Scheels

Arrive to work and meetings 10 minutes early

Team Mentality

Genuine interest and action in helping others before yourself, regardless of recognition or reward

Teach-ability

Consistent eagerness to listen, learn, apply knowledge and accept critical feedback

Ability to adapt to a changing work environment

Ability to apply concepts of basic math, grammar, punctuation and spelling

Dress Code

Meets Scheels dress and grooming expectations in support of professional, clean and welcoming environment for customers, co-workers and business partners

Demonstrate pride and ownership of their work while meeting expected deadlines /p

Education & Experience:

• The ideal candidate will have an associate’s degree in business, construction management, or…