Director, Space Planning

The posting, as F. Schumacher & Co. wrote it

About Schumacher

F. Schumacher & Co. is an innovative interior design company that is disrupting the $150 billion-dollar

global interior design industry. We are a technological leader on the design frontier, constantly

pushing boundaries and striving for excellence. With over 500+ employees and growing, we are

driven by a shared belief that design transforms life. We are dedicated to the mission of helping our

customers “celebrate the feeling of home”. Schumacher designs and produces some of the most

beautiful fabrics, wallcoverings, trims, furniture, and accessories in the world. Our portfolio of products

is broad, but they are united by a passion for design, a thirst for what is next, an appreciation for

what’s come before, and a drive to make our products with enormous care and attention to detail.

Schumacher is a globally recognized company with a myriad of showrooms both domestically and

internationally.

Our competitive advantage in the industry is the people. We believe that our employees are our

most important assets. F. Schumacher & Co. is deeply anchored in our company core values which

are as follows:

• Preserve Our Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Take Ownership & Accountability
• Be Solutions-Oriented
• Demonstrate Courage
• Practice Adaptability
• Embrace Collaboration

We empower our employees to live these values daily because we understand how it will positively

impact the customer's journey. F. Schumacher & Co., also known as FSCO, is the parent company to

many brands within our portfolio. This role is a part of Schumacher.

Role Overview

Schumacher is seeking a dynamic Director of Space Planning + FF&E to lead the design,

construction, and execution of new showroom and office renovation projects across all regions.

Partnering closely with the New Locations/Real Estate and Visual Merchandising teams, this role

drives visual strategy, expansion planning, renovations, and cosmetic upgrades. The Director

oversees internal project managers as well as external partners, vendors, and contractors, ensuring

projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in alignment with brand standards. This role is

responsible for evaluating and improving processes to increase efficiencies and standards while

optimizing costs and preserving design and style intent.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead space planning and design development for all new location and renovation projects.
• You will oversee design schemes and the FF&E team for all new location and renovation

projects, manage FF&E selections, and coordinate with the FF&E Project Manager to ensure

timely procurement and execution, making re-selections as needed to meet lead times and

budget requirements.

• Partner with the New Locations team to identify design requirements and define market-

specific strategies by physical location and room.

• Facilitate internal floor plan and design review meetings to secure final stakeholder approvals.
• Lead a team of Constructi

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D, Microsoft 365 and Adobe Creative Suite required.

• Strong ability to review, interpret, and coordinate responses to architectural, MEP, and millwork

shop drawings.

• Proven expertise in developing, managing, and tracking budgets across multiple projects

simultaneously.

• In-depth knowledge of furniture, finishes, lighting, and materials specific to retail environments.
• Strong spatial planning skills and a highly developed visual sensibility.
• Exceptional organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, leadership, project management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness and ability to travel for site assessments, installations, and store openings.

Benefits Package

Your well-being is our top priority. Our benefits and total compensation are designed for the whole

person, caring for both you and your family.

Wealth Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Corporate Annual Profit Sharing
• 401K Plan

Health Benefits

• Dental Coverage
• Medical Coverage
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• TELADOC

Other Benefits

• 20 Days Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 Company Holidays
• Bereavement Leave
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• AFLAC Plans (Accident and Critical Illness Plans)
• Pet Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Parental Medical Leave
• Child Bonding Leave

Employee DiscountWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equality in the

workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex,

race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital

status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected

veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.
Salary Range
$130,000 — $150,000 USD