POSITION SUMMARY:
The Retail Planning Manager supports the planning, coordination, and execution of retail development initiatives for new and existing Bass Pro Shops and affiliated retail locations. This position plays a key role in managing the procurement, design coordination, scheduling, and installation of store fixtures, signage, and related retail components. The role partners closely with internal departments, external vendors, contractors, and field teams to ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with company standards and brand expectations.
This position also supports companywide programs related to fixture and signage rollouts, seasonal retail initiatives, and the coordination of taxidermy and artifact acquisition, distribution, and installation processes.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Manage and coordinate fixture and signage procurement activities for new stores, remodels, retrofits, and special retail initiatives across the company.
- Support the execution of retail planning and construction projects by maintaining project schedules, tracking deliverables, coordinating logistics, and assisting with installation activities.
- Coordinate with architects, designers, vendors, contractors, and internal business partners to ensure fixture and signage packages meet operational, branding, and construction requirements.
- Assist in the preparation and administration of project budgets, Capital Expenditure Requests (CERs), purchase orders, invoices, and financial tracking documentation.
- Monitor project progress, including permitting, contract status, shipping schedules, and installation timelines to support successful project completion.
- Review architectural drawings, fixture plans, and signage layouts to verify sizing, placement, and design intent.
- Utilize Photoshop and related software tools to assist with signage scaling, renderings, and visual planning support.
- Support the planning and execution of seasonal and promotional initiatives, including programs such as Santa's Wonderland, Easter events, and other companywide retail activations.
- Coordinate administrative and operational processes related to taxidermy and artifact acquisitions, donations, inventory tracking, and store distribution.
- Prepare presentations, project reports, meeting materials, and other documentation to support departmental communication and project management activities.
- Maintain effective communication with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure alignment on project expectations, timelines, and deliverables.
- Provide project coordination support and guidance to vendors, field personnel, and cross-functional partners as needed.
- ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum Degree Required: Associate Degree in Business, Construction Management, Project Management, Interior Design, or a related field required.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Management, Project Management, Architecture, Interior Design, or a related discipline preferred.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in retail planning, construction coordination, project management, fixture procurement, signage coordination, or a related environment.
- Experience supporting multi-location retail projects and coordinating with external vendors and contractors preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:
- Strong organizational and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.
- Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, CAD, Bluebeam, or similar design and construction software preferred.
- Ability to interpret architectural drawings, fixture plans, and signage packages.
- Strong attention to detail with demonstrated follow-through and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Knowledge of retail construction processes, fixture systems, and signage production methods preferred.
- Ability to build collaborative working relationships across departments and with external business partners.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- Occasional travel required, approximately 10-20%, to support store visits, fixture installations, vendor meetings, and project coordination activities.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Regularly sits and works on a computer.
Occasionally stands and walks.
Seldom/never lifts up to 50 lbs.
INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:
Performs duties within scope of general company policies, procedures, and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices.
Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Voluntary benefits
- 401k Retirement Savings
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Bass Pro Cares Fund
- And more!
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.
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