AutoCAD Specialist - Store Planning

Ahold Delhaize USA; Carlisle (Cumberland County); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

3 in-person days at core location

2 remote days

Job summary

Ahold Delhaize USA is seeking a Store Development professional in Carlisle, PA. The role focuses on implementing Fixture Plans, store layouts, and associated architectural elements for new stores, remodels, and expansions, while coordinating with Format, Merchandising, Operations, and Construction teams.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Design and 5+ years of related experience, with advanced AutoCAD and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Design or equivalent experience.
• Strong time management and attention to detail required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage time within defined parameters to ensure timely project delivery.
• Conduct field surveys, review scope with managers, and revise plans as needed.
• Compile merchandising and strategic recommendations within target budgets.
• Develop Fixture Plans and maintain data libraries for efficient store development.
• Adapt brand prototypes and master equipment information for each store.
• Track milestones and revisions to ensure on-time completion.
• Collaborate with design, construction and business partners to resolve issues.
• Train Store Planners on tools and Brand Standards.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Reading construction documents

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Design or equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Category/Area of Expertise: Store Development

Job Requisition: 546050

Address: USA-PA-Carlisle-1149 Harrisburg Pike

Store Code: Store Dev - Giant Carlisle (2761148)

Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Our associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more.

Our hybrid work schedule includes 3 in-person days at one of our core locations and 2 remote days. This position will be located in Carlisle, PA.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Primary Purpose

This role is responsible for supporting the implementation of Fixture Plans and Store Layouts, building elements, schematic phase architectural and fixture plans for New stores, Remodels, New Stores, Expansions, Acquisitions, Special Projects, Department Upgrades and Rollouts (per area of responsibility) for the Brand, utilizing and adapting data, analytics, and architectural standards as provided by the Customer Insights, Strategy, Prototype and Innovation Teams and CAD Standards. This role will also be responsible for time management and for completing tasks to facilitate timely project execution and delivery of completed project per established schedules, as well as fostering key relationships with Format, Merchandising, Operations, Purchasing, Architects and Engineers, and Construction to realize project. They will also maintain all the data and tools needed for the development of Fixture Plans (Facility Analysis, Fixtures & Equipment Library, etc.).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for time management and work within defined time parameters for completing tasks to facilitate timely project execution and delivery of completed project to the business.
• Process may involve field surveys, reviewing scope of work with Manager of Format, and revising the plan if required.
• Work with various business partners to compile merchandising and strategic recommendations and comply within a target budget.
• Support development of Fixture Plans that resolve and satisfy the requirements of the project. Process involves preparing for and attending scope meetings, revising fixture plans as necessary.
• Adapt brand prototypes. Master equipment information and custom fixtures to each particular store.
• Track project milestones and deliverables to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Track changes and issues revisions in a timely fashion.
• Collaborate with design, construction and business partners on resolving issues discovered at any time in the store development process.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of a comprehensive drawing and fixture library.
• Responsible for training Store Planners on the tools and Brand Standards.
• Additional job duties may be assigned as needed to meet the needs of the business and support our Values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Design or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of related experience
• Superior AutoCAD technical skills and proficiency
• Ability to read & interpret construction documents.
• Knowledge of Architecture and Engineering practices and standards
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Proven ability to drive significant change, achieve goals, and deliver results.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with acute attention to detail and proven ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks.
• General knowledge of fixtures, equipment, and operational standards.
• Highly effective communication skills including being adept at active listening, critical thinking, and ability to ask questions.
• Effective problem solving and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CSSP (Certified Supermarket Store Planner)
• Experience with Bluebeam
• Experience with Smart Sheet
• 3+ years leadership experience

PA Salary Range

$75,040 -$112,560

Actual compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on their unique qualifications and experience, internal equity, and market conditions. Final compensation decisions will be made in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.

At Ahold Delhaize USA, we provide services to one of the largest portfolios of grocery companies in the nation, and we're actively seeking top talent.

Our team shares a common motivation to drive change, take ownership and enable our brands to better care for their customers. We thrive on supporting great local grocery brands and their strategies.

Our associates are the heartbeat of our organization. We are committed to offering a welcoming work environment where all associates can succeed and thrive. Guided by our values of courage, care, teamwork, integrity (and even a little humor), we are dedicated to being a great place to work.

We believe in collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning in all that we think, create and do. While building a culture where personal and professional growth are just as important as business growth, we invest in our people, empowering them to learn, grow and deliver at all levels of the business.