Sheetz · 1 month ago
Senior Manager of Architecture and Design
Sheetz is an industry leader in retail, and they are seeking a Senior Manager of Architecture and Design to lead the Design and Architecture departments. This role focuses on creating exceptional customer experiences through effective store design and collaboration with various functional areas to support company growth.
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Responsibilities
Lead the development of store design prototypes that support marketing and brand strategies, innovation and the evolution of future Sheetz facilities, sales goals, and consider operational efficiencies
Create effective processes to support aggressive corporate growth goals for new stores, remodels, and rebuilds
Integrate the store design processes with related functional areas to achieve maximum efficiencies and store design excellence
Ensure completion of design standards and guidelines that support consistency in design and provide exceptional customer retail experiences across the operational footprint
Provide oversight to the functions of Retail Planning and Design responsible for environmental design, space planning, merchandising support, and the creation of unique design solutions supported by a centralized change management process
Oversee the operation and evolution of the design warehouse facility involving all facets of design concept testing, selection of fixtures and finishes, prototype creation, utilization of 3D renderings, and emerging AR technologies
Provide oversight to all aspects of Architecture and Engineering functions responsible for accurate and effective construction documentation and prototype management
Integrate the voice of the customer in key stages of the design process to ensure ease of use and experiential design goals are achieved
Lead cross functional collaboration efforts and utilize team building and planning strategies that create high functioning teams and cross functional support that result in an industry leading store design process
Develop and maintain budgets, policies, and procedures to support the department infrastructure and consistency in design and design testing operations for store and non-store facilities
Oversee procurement of outside contractors and consultants to support the creation of interior, exterior, and on lot building design concepts
Maximize the development of direct reports through regular performance coaching, performance reviews and presenting development opportunities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Retail Design, Architecture, or related field required
Minimum 8 years diversified experience in leading design projects focused on designing for customer experiences required. Preferably in retail environment
Minimum 8 years' experience in managing a design team required
Preferred
Master's degree
Experience managing or involvement in a capital expansion program
Current license to practice architecture in a state where Sheetz has retail facilities
Current certificate from the National Counsel of Architectural Registration Boards
Benefits
Quarterly employee bonuses based on company performance
Competitive salaries
PTO and parental leave
401k match and employee stock ownership
Limitless professional development and growth opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Full medical, vision and dental coverage
Snack discounts
Company
Sheetz
Sheetz is a family owned convenience store chain based in Altoona, Pennsylvania.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.68MKey Investors
PennDOT
2023-08-14Grant· $0.68M
Leadership Team
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