About the Opportunity

Our leading client is seeking a Store Development Planner who is passionate about designing, improving, and shaping the future of retail environments. In this role, you will play a key part in developing and enhancing the store network by creating initial store layouts and ensuring each new or renovated location delivers an exceptional shopping experience.

You will collaborate closely with Real Estate, Construction, Operations, and other cross-functional teams to influence building design, integrate operational needs, and ensure store plans support strategic initiatives across the business. Your expertise will help translate business requirements into efficient, customer-centered retail and service environments.

What’s in it for You

You’ll join a culture that values creativity, innovation, and teamwork. Your technical design skills and problem-solving abilities will be recognized and appreciated. You will have the chance to grow your career while working alongside experienced professionals across Real Estate, Retail Operations, and Construction, seeing your work come to life in stores nationwide.

Your Responsibilities

• You will design initial retail, warehouse, auto service, and garden centre layouts using AutoCAD and Revit for both prototypical and non-prototypical store buildings.
• You will create the initial Auto Service Centre layout using market analysis, operational input, and store performance metrics.
• You will provide architectural recommendations to Real Estate, Construction, and external architects to ensure all building elements align with retail strategy.
• You will prepare and share first-draft plans and decision packages with cross-functional teams for early review and alignment.
• You will finalize store development drawings and hand off complete planning packages to architects and construction teams for Tender Set creation.
• You will conduct thorough reviews of tender and construction drawings to ensure all physical store requirements are included and correctly implemented.
• You will investigate and support process improvements to enhance efficiency and documentation within Store Development.

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in store planning, architecture, or a related field
• Exceptional AutoCAD and Revit skills
• Strong ability to interpret architectural drawings and provide well-informed recommendations
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation abilities
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Ability to work effectively in environments with ambiguity and change

About Canadian Tire Corporation

Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (CTC) is one of Canada’s most trusted companies, with 90+ Owned Brands, 1,700 retail locations, and leading e-commerce and financial services. They innovate with purpose, investing in technology, products, and talent to drive the business forward. CTC offers competitive pay, benefits, learning opportunities, and mental health support. Guided by their Core Values of inclusion, innovation, outcomes, collaboration, and personal responsibility, they aim to make life in Canada better. With wide-ranging career opportunities, there is a place for you at CTC.

Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

CTC is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where diversity, inclusion, and equity are valued, all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, and they work together to make life in Canada better.

Accommodations

CTC is committed to inclusion and welcoming candidates from equity-seeking groups, providing accommodations throughout the application and interview process to support your needs.

Why Partner with Altis

If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.