Store Planner

Burlington Stores; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible hours

Associate discount

Medical/dental/vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Burlington Stores, Inc. in Burlington, NC, is seeking a Store Planner to support remodels and downsizing initiatives through feasibility plans, store layouts, and project documentation using AutoCAD.

You will partner with internal and external teams to align with merchandising strategies and prototype standards, improving space productivity and customer flow. We value experience in remodels, phased construction, and adapting prototypes to varied store conditions, with strong AutoCAD and X-Ref

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field.
• 5–7 years of Store Planning / Retail Design experience.
• Demonstrated experience in store remodels, downsizing, and space optimization initiatives.
• Experience working in open-store environments and phased construction preferred.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and X-Ref.
• Bluebeam proficiency preferred.
• Solid understanding of retail merchandising, fixture planning, and space optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and produce store planning documents including remodel layouts, downsize plans, and fixture reflow plans using AutoCAD and external references.
• Analyze existing store conditions and create optimized layouts that improve adjacencies, customer flow, and selling space productivity.
• Adapt Burlington prototype standards and merchandising strategies to non-prototypical and reduced-footprint environments.
• Make scope of work recommendations based on store-specific conditions, operational needs, and budget guidelines; partner with leadership on exceptions.
• Maintain a strong understanding of all Store Planning processes, standards, and merchandising initiatives and ensure plans remain compliant.

Skills

Retail design

Project management

Open-store environments

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Interior Design

Tools

AutoCAD

X-Ref

Bluebeam

Job description

Position Overview

The Store Planner supports Burlington’s Remodel and Downsize (Rightsizing) initiatives through the development of feasibility plans, store layouts, and project documentation. This role partners closely with internal and external teams to ensure projects are executed efficiently and align with Burlington’s merchandising strategies, prototype standards, and operational needs. The position plays a key role in optimizing existing store environments to enhance space productivity, operational flow, and the overall customer experience.

A Day in the Life

Project Development:

• Develop and produce store planning documents including remodel layouts, downsize plans, and fixture reflow plans using AutoCAD and external references
• Analyze existing store conditions and create optimized layouts that improve adjacencies, customer flow, and selling space productivity
• Adapt Burlington prototype standards and merchandising strategies to non-prototypical and reduced-footprint environments
• Make scope of work recommendations based on store-specific conditions, operational needs, and budget guidelines; partner with leadership on exceptions
• Maintain a strong understanding of all Store Planning processes, standards, and merchandising initiatives and ensure plans remain compliant

Project Administration:

• Oversee remodel and downsize projects from inception to completion; maintain quality control and clear communication through all phases
• Support phased remodel execution to minimize disruption to open store operations
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize workload to meet deadlines
• Partner closely with Architectural Project Manager, Real Estate, Construction, Merchandising, and Field teams to align on scope, layout, and execution
• Coordinate with external architects and vendors to ensure accurate and timely deliverables
• Communication changes that may impact schedules or store operations

Data & Document Management

• Maintain accurate store attributes and planning documentation in systems such as Lucernex and internal databases
• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and proper record-keeping for all remodel and downsize projects
• Support continuous improvement of planning documentation standards and processes

You'll Come With

• Bachelors degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 5–7 years of Store Planning / Retail Design experience required
• Demonstrated experience in store remodels, downsizing, and space optimization initiatives
• Experience working in open-store environments and phased construction preferred
• Experience adjusting prototypes to existing store conditions
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and X-Ref required
• Bluebeam proficiency preferred
• Solid understanding of retail merchandising, fixture planning, and space optimization

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Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!

We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity

• You will enjoy competitive wages, flexible hours, and an associate discount.
• Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance.
• Full-time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.

Individual pay decisions will be based on a variety of factors, such as but not limited to, qualifications, education, job-related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.

Compensation Range: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00