Lead, mentor, and develop key functional teams of:
Store Planning
Lead a team of Space Analysts & Stockroom Planning Managers, ensuring business, safety and merchandising standards are upheld
Assist with financial return from space (macro – store floor plans and micro – shelf planograms)
Maintain a library of store standards, fixture, signage and design elements
Communicate store standards to all stakeholders – including interior and exterior elements
Store Implementation
Safeguard financial return through tight cost controls and budgetary measures
Drive cost controls across all procurement activity associated with store development
Support the set-up of all new, relocated, and refresh stores
Manage all implementation projects – via a team of on-site Project Managers; lead third party set up crews/resources
Ensure that all projects are completed on time, within scope, budget, and to standard, with consistent, effective communication to relevant stakeholders
Scope of this role includes budget management of projects up to $0.5M (per project/store)
Employs sourcing strategies for retail store equipment. Negotiates with identified vendors to secure terms favorable to the company and establishes service level agreements
Tracks and reports key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
Establishes necessary assessments and processes to measure program progress and recommend solutions for business model innovation
Store Integration
Work closely with cross-functional stakeholders across the business to drive alignment and focus on store priorities
A key input into the operational playbook and operating model for company-owned store locations in conjunction with Store Operations team
Work cross-functionally with Store Support resources to ensure seamless integration of all new greenfield, ISO buy out and competitor acquisition stores
Team engagement and leadership, while onboarding new employees to GPC, ensuring clarity at every step, and minimizing any risk of flight / turnover
Ensure that stores operate efficiently, upon transition, with all administrative processes adhered to
Minimize business risk
Drive top-line sales through marketing and sales team activation
Ultimately accountable for the financial return of all such transitions
Cross-functional leadership of synergy identification, documentation, and ongoing reporting, ultimately ensuring that all stakeholders act and ultimately synergies are realized
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
Data Driven: Proven ability to analyze data, develop strategies, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
5+ years’ experience in business management and/or financial related field
Demonstrated experience in implementing methodologies as new processes in retail, manufacturing, and/or distribution environments.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills.
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