Store Planner: Remodel & Space Optimization Specialist

Burlington Coat Factory Whse. Corp.; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible hours

Associate discount

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Burlington Stores, Inc. is seeking a Store Planner to support Remodel and Downsize initiatives by developing feasibility plans, store layouts, and project documentation.

You will collaborate with Real Estate, Construction, Merchandising, and Field teams to ensure layouts align with prototype standards and operational needs, optimizing space productivity and customer flow. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Interior Design (or equivalent) and 5-7 years in Store Planning/Retail

Qualifications

• Bachelor's 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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Coordinate with Architectural Project Manager, Real Estate, Construction, Merchandising, and Field teams to align on scope, layout, and execution.
• 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.

Skills

Store planning

Retail design

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

X-Ref

Job description

Burlington Stores, Inc. is seeking a Store Planner to support Remodel and Downsize initiatives by developing feasibility plans, store layouts, and project documentation.

You will collaborate with Real Estate, Construction, Merchandising, and Field teams to ensure layouts align with prototype standards and operational needs, optimizing space productivity and customer flow. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Interior Design (or equivalent) and 5-7 years in Store Planning/Retail