Store Planning Manager - Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan

Position

• Act as the point of person for all communications between construction consultants, vendors and architects in order to execute corporate specifications/guidelines and work within set budgets and time frames.

• Ensure the store concept is applied properly and review the quality of the construction and follow through throughout the DLP period.

• Constant communication and managing expectations with different countries and departments is required. (Retail, IT, VM, etc.)

Job responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate project opening/closing, retrofit, maintenance and procurement for Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan.

• Manage contractors, vendors, suppliers and landlords when appropriate or requested.

• Work with department heads / (Country heads if needed) on project planning and ensure execution meet the target objectives, budget and timelines.

• Monitor and control project schedule and cost, manage contracts and to ensure the projects are completed with brand’s standard, on time and within budget.

• Go through a fair tendering process with our counterpart, direct negotiation is required if needed.

• Follow up on projects: review, evaluate and suggestions on improvements.

• Conduct reasonable site visits and store visits if required.

• To prepare a project and its budget/procurements in an accurate and efficient manner.

• Responsible to evaluate risks and make decisions.

• Liaise with Paris Architect and other departments in determining needs and timeline.

• Keep strong communication with all stakeholders & other departments externally and internally.

• Other ad hoc duties as assigned.

Profile

• Degree or relevant professional qualifications in Project Management/Interior Design/Architecture/Civil Engineering or related discipline with minimum of 10 years relevant experience.
• Good knowledge of quality suppliers and building materials.
• Experience in Retail/Construction background is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking in procurement, vendors management and project management.
• Time management and sense to details is key.
• Good commercial and aesthetic sense.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, strong organizational and communication skills.
• Excellent command in both written and spoken English and Mandarin.
• Multitasking, able to work under pressure within demanding environment.
• Able to work independently and as a team.
• Able to identify risk management initiative
• Able and willing to travel.
• Proficient in CAD, Excel, Words, PowerPoint, Photoshop.