Store Design Specialist

Ollie's Bargain Outlet; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, RX coverage (

401K with company match

FSA/HSA

Associate discount

Job summary

Ollie’s Bargain Outlet in Harrisburg, PA is seeking a Store Design Specialist to draft store fixture layouts for new stores, remodels, and resets. You will order fixtures, manage a data base of orders, and work with vendors to meet project deadlines.

The role requires basic CAD exposure, MS Office proficiency, and at least 1 year in retail. Occasional travel and overnight trips may be required, with an emphasis on coordinating store openings and expansions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a retail environment.
• Experience in MS Office programs (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Working knowledge or basic exposure to CAD design software.
• Ability to understand Ollie’s department structure, flow, setup and size allocation needs.
• Ability to accurately complete documentation and operate necessary equipment.

Responsibilities

• Draft fixture layouts for new store locations.
• Draft fixture layouts for existing locations, remodels, and department resets.
• Generate purchase orders for projects as needed.
• Maintain an organized data base system for orders, layouts and requests.
• Maintain vendor relationships with fixture and supply vendors.
• Meet project deadlines and provide direction to Store Leaders and opening teams.
• Support the Store Opening Coordinator team with questions about new store setup.

Skills

Retail experience

Team collaboration

Leadership

MS Office proficiency

Communication

Tools

CAD design software

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Job description

Join our team and live the Ollie-tude!: (Ollie’s Core Values)

• BE A TEAM PLAYER- Associates are expected to be supportive and work together.
• BE CARING- How do I treat others with courtesy, dignity, and respect?
• BE VALUE OBSESSED- Live the “good stuff cheap” mindset.
• BE COMMITTED- Operate with grit, passion, tenacity, and action.
• BE GROWING- How do we get better every day?
• BE REAL- Associates should be honest, transparent, genuine, trustworthy, and sincere.

Competitive Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and RX coverage begins Day 2 of employment
• 401K, Company match begins at Associate enrollment
• FSA/HSA (Flexible & Health Savings Account), set aside pre-tax dollars to reduce your taxable income
• 20% Associate discount on all Ollie’s purchases.
• Vast array of voluntary benefits

Position Overview:

The Store Design Specialist assists with the drafting of store layouts for new stores, remodels and store department resets, as directed by the Sr. Manager of New Store Design & Merchandising or other Executives of the company. This position is responsible for the ordering of fixtures needed for any store design project, including new or existing locations. This role is expected to adhere to existing company standards and budget spending guidelines.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Draft fixture layouts for new store locations.
• Draft fixture layouts for existing store locations, remodels, and department resets.
• Generate purchase orders for any type of project as needed (new store, remodel, reset, store level requests).
• Maintain an organized data base system for all orders, layouts and requests processed.
• Maintain vendor relationships with fixture and supply vendors.
• Effectively meet project deadlines.
• Provide direction and delegation for Team Leaders and store opening teams on various project work.
• Assist the Store Opening Coordinator team with any questions or concerns as they arise concerning new store set up.
• Provide communication and direction for new store and existing store projects.
• Manage multiple tasks and projects while meeting organizational deadlines.
• Partner with district, regional and executive leaders to review plans and store layouts.
• Communicate and present project plans to Associates and leaders within the organization.
• Complete any additional responsibilities and/or duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a retail environment.
• Experience in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, Mail Outlook, etc.).
• Working knowledge or basic exposure to CAD design software
• Ability to develop a knowledge of Ollie’s department structure, flow, set- up and size allocation needs in relation to each store’s unique physical layout.
• Ability to comprehend and accurately complete all documentation.
• Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job.
• Ability to complete tasks in a reasonable time frame.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and to move and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures.
• Duties may frequently involve the use of ladders, stairs, and other equipment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to travel, sometimes overnight travel will be required with extended stays.
• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods of time.
• Occasional lifting up to 70 lbs.

Ollie’s is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and identity, national origin, age, veteran’s status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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