This role is for a Senior Director, Store Development in the retail industry, based in London. The position requires expertise in overall management of construction, real estate, store design & facilities for all existing and new store build outs in EMEA.

Client Details

Our client is a large organisation in the retail industry known for their innovative approach to retail store experiences. Headquartered in London, they have a wide-reaching presence, offering first-rate products that promote wellness and active lifestyles.

Description

• Responsible for overall management of construction, real estate, store design & facilities for all existing and new store build outs in EMEA
• Problem solve based on realities of each specific project and location to ensure that stores are opening in the best locations, on time, on budget, and with a high level of brand enhancement and experience
• Work closely with both in-house team and external vendors & Contractors to ensure that all processes from start to finish are consistent with the Company ethos
• Stakeholder management of Franchise partners to ensure global consistency across store design
• Leading and developing the store expansion strategy and implementation for EMEA from the expansion of new stores to remodeling of the existing store network across owned and franchise channels
• Partnering with Retail leadership on the real estate strategy and getting cross functional alignment and approval throughout the organisation.
• Design & build the most efficient and profitable stores.
• Monitor and report on variances in store development budget costs and store forecasts relative to strategic plans for the business unit.
• Negotiate all cost pricing with vendors for cost controls involved in store build outs.
• Act as a mentor and provide leadership training and guidance to design, construction, and real estate team members.
• Partner with Global teams to ensure brand consistency across the region.
• Keep store projects on time and on budget.
• Drive the planning and roadmap of stores for the AOP processes as well as the annual CapEx forecasts.
• Liaise with International market counterparts in NA, China and APAC to accelerate learnings in region

Profile

A successful 'Senior Director, Store Development' should have:

• Minimum of 15 years' experience in store development
• Experience in retail construction is a must
• A Passion for design, building and Real estate
• Must be versatile and able to manage multiple projects
• Be able to deal with contractors and subcontractors
• Has the ability to communicate complex issues in laymen's terms
• Adept in cost-control management

Job Offer

• 60% Employee Discount
• 40% discount for friends and family
• £250 a month to spend on drop-in classes or personal training
• Private medical insurance
• Hybrid working
• A supportive and collaborative work environment in London