Store Planning Assistant Manager
About the role
Description
Position Overview
Position Overview
The assistant project manager act as supportive role for retail store development within the Japan region. The ideal candidate will possess a background in retail luxury/ hospitality with a focus on procurement and, also have demonstrated abilities in Owner Representation and/or Construction and Materials Procurement. Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, and contract management. Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadline.
Key Accountabilities
Support new store projects, and manage Touch-up projects, store closures from imitation to close out
Manage the FFE/ TCO supplied materials procurement/schedules and budgets that respect Store Planning Project lifecycle in close collaboration with the Project Manager
Analyze standards, cost efficiencies and suppliers
Manage approved schedules to achieve all critical milestones. Adjust and update as needed during the lifecycle of the project
Support update on project schedule, budget, procurement on a regular basis
Influence cross-functional teams through effective communication and lead through example with clear communications, promoting ideas and recommendations and supporting teamwork by building trust with colleagues and business partners.
Review of sample submittals for materials, finishes, furniture, lighting and other FF&E as required.
Review millworks shop drawing
Requirements
3+ years of experience in store planning at a global luxury goods or fashion company, contractor or developer
Demonstrated ability in full lifecycle project management from site identification to project close out and facility management
Working knowledge of external facades, structural alterations, building systems, HVAC, electrical, mechanical and structural engineering
Strong interpersonal, communication, project management and people management skills
Business level Japanese and English
Business travel within Japan and overnight work as required
Resourceful & driven individual who can communicate effectively to all levels of stakeholders
Analytical, strong project management and execution skills with the ability to engage multiple stakeholders in a multi-cultural environment
Team player with a can-do attitude and is adaptable to fast & changing environment
Proficiency in MS Office, CAD, & Microsoft Project software
Bachelor Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Project Management, Quantity surveying or similar