Store Development Specialist Job Description
The Store Development Specialist is responsible for coordinating and communicating store and real estate projects, providing reports as needed, and partnering with Special Projects and Construction as needed to ensure work is completed on time. This position involves tracking project timelines, managing invoice submittals, project reporting, closed store scheduling as directed by Real Estate and temporary closings as necessary. Additional responsibilities include leading projects and building communications for the field that aligns Store Development initiatives.
Project types will include new stores, relocations, expansions, renovations, closings, re-openings and special projects.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Issue tracking and resolution for open items impacting projects across all project types
Data entry and business partner follow up using APEX will be critical in this role
Root cause analysis efforts to eliminate or streamline processes that improve project activities
Build strong relationships across all lines of business to help drive efficiencies on store development projects
Coordinate the training of new Store Development Coordinators
Manage team recognition initiatives
Create professional communications to keep the field team updated
Create, schedule, and host training meetings for field team
If needed, schedule all Store Development Coordinators to projects weekly, ensuring the most cost-effective scheduling while maintaining timelines
Provide timely reports regarding the status of projects and tasks
Create and implement new procedures, best practices, useful tools, and efficiencies for new and existing projects
Follow all Company Policies and Procedures
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications - Summary of knowledge, experience and education required.
Minimum three years of experience coordinating processes for a retail chain
General merchandising and field experience required
Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Office
Intermediate skill level in Canva
Able to work independently in a demanding, fast-paced environment with high comfort level for and adaptability to change
Demonstrated ability to multi-task and to meet project deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop relationships across all levels
Detail orientated
Strong organizational skills; ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to see implications and provide solutions and recommendations
Must be able to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule forms
Office work environment, 40+ work hours per week
Must be able to work non-traditional hours as needed
Travel is from 0% up to 10% of the time
Desired Qualifications - Desired but not required.
Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent and relevant work experience
Advanced-level skills in Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Forms
Store operations knowledge base
Sharepoint experience
This is not to be considered a complete list of job duties, as they may be amended or added to as needed.
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