Sr Manager - Retail Store Development & Setup

Job highlights

• Experience in managing vendors,contractors,architects and external agencies. . Strong project management and execution capabilities. . Good negotiation and vendor-management skills. . Ability to manage budgets,timelines and multiple stakeholders. . Strong problem-solving and coordination skills.
• Willingness to travel for store visits,site inspections and project execution.

Position Overview

3 Idea Technology is looking for an experienced Senior Manager - Retail Store Development & Setup who will be responsible for establishing and developing the companys retail segment.

The candidate will own the end-to-end setup and execution of retail stores/outlets, starting from planning and location readiness through infrastructure, interiors, branding, technology installation and final store launch. The person will also be responsible for creating a standardized and scalable retail store setup model for future expansion.

What youll do

• Key Responsibilities
• Take complete ownership of end-to-end retail store setup and development.
• Develop and execute the retail store rollout plan in line with business objectives.
• Plan store requirements including layout, interiors, infrastructure, fixtures, displays, branding and equipment.
• Coordinate with architects, interior designers, contractors, vendors and other external agencies.
• Manage civil, electrical, interior, branding, signage and other store-related activities.
• Identify and manage vendors for store setup, procurement and execution.
• Negotiate with vendors and contractors to ensure quality, timelines and cost efficiency.
• Prepare project plans, budgets and timelines for new store launches.
• Monitor the complete project execution and ensure timely completion.
• Coordinate installation and commissioning of 3D printers, machines, displays and other technology products at retail outlets.
• Ensure the store is fully operational and launch-ready within the defined timeline.
• Coordinate with Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance and other internal teams for smooth store launches.
• Develop SOPs, checklists and standard processes for retail store setup.
• Establish standardized store formats that can be replicated across multiple locations.
• Monitor project costs and ensure effective utilization of the approved budget.
• Resolve execution-related issues and ensure minimal delays in store setup.
• Conduct regular site visits and monitor progress of ongoing store projects.
• Manage multiple store setup projects simultaneously, wherever required.
• Support the company in retail expansion and development of the retail network.

What were looking for

• Desired Candidate Profile
• 10+ years of experience in retail store development, retail expansion, store setup, retail projects or retail operations.
• Proven experience in handling end-to-end store setup projects.
• Strong understanding of retail interiors, infrastructure, branding, fixtures, electrical and installation activities.
• Experience in managing vendors, contractors, architects and external agencies.
• Strong project management and execution capabilities.
• Good negotiation and vendor-management skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines and multiple stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and coordination skills.
• Willingness to travel for store visits, site inspections and project execution.
• Candidates from retail, consumer electronics, technology, showroom, retail expansion or similar industries will be preferred.

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