Retail Development Manager

Job Title:                      Retail Development Manager (m/f/d)

Based At:                     Wertheim Village

SUMMARY:

The Retail Development Manager (m/f/d) will be part of Retail Development team, which is responsible for all retail architecture & design matters at Wertheim Village.

Advanced experience and knowledge in the field of retail architecture & design, communication skills and relationship building are key elements for the success of this role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

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• Brand Orientation for Store-fit Projects: Coordinate visits / briefings / supply of all information to brand partners relating to shop-fit projects (i.e. Works Manuals, specifications, local services, etc);​
• Carry forward the fit-out process for new openings, re-merchandising and re-fit programs;​
• Ensure that proper and complete information is issued by Brands to Value Retail for approval of design schemes, samples etc.; check Brands’ design schemes and distribute internally for comments – obtain approvals from relevant team members;​
• Schedule all visits from Brands in co-ordination with other departments: reporting & follow-up; schedule and take part in all site meetings with Brands – provide minutes;​
• Enhance shop-fit quality to achieve standards of excellence, focussing on all details; ​
• Ensure that internal works are executed by Brands or Value Retail in accordance with German building regulations as well as with Value Retail internal regulations;
• Ensure that Brands comply with statutory requests from Value Retail and local authorities: warranties, insurances, permits, Health & Safety, local fire regulations, etc.;​
• Ensure that Brands comply with Value Retail Sustainability requirements;
• Action post-opening snag lists as appropriate and follow-up;
• Facilitate effective communication systems with all contractors, project managers and maintenance suppliers, and monitor progress of works on-site ensuring that the works schedule is adhered to;​
• Manage local Special Projects; ​
• Manage flow of information between Group Retail Development Director and external consultants including appointments, plan submittals, timing, billing, etc.;​
• Manage the relationship with local authorities ​
• Keep Brands informed and up-to-date on all local codes and building regulations;​
• Facilitate the acquisition of services from local utility companies.​
• Co-ordinate and communicate to all relevant departments on all shop-fit related issues i.e. timings, changes etc.;​
• Keep track of costs and invoices relating to shop-fit works;​
• Devise new systems and procedures to facilitate the shop-fit process and improve where possible the existing;​
• Liaise and check with the Commercialisation and Legal departments on all issues relating to shop-fits;​
• Train, manage and mentor the Retail Development team; ​
• Support the local team on requests for drawings relating to units, feasibilities or special projects;​
• Define RD budget (OPEX and CAPEX) and ensure internal cost control systems are managed efficiently, check and approve Purchase Orders;
• Working closely across central and local teams including IT, Retail, Legal, Operations, Real Estate, Risk and RDT.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Five year’s experience in Business.
• Proven management capability.
• Ability to communicate at all levels of business.
• Ability to use initiative, pre-empt requests, and think ahead.
• Ability to prioritise and manage several tasks simultaneously.
• Disciplined, stress-resilient, organised, deadline driven, precise, responsible, discreet, proactive and team player.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent Photoshop skills
• Excellent Autocad skills
• Eye for detail.
• Fluent in English and German – other European languages advantageous
• Comprehensive knowledge of the store opening process
• Negotiation skills