We are a well-established, family-owned company with a 50-year history, offering a diverse range of over 100,000 products to meet all your household needs. With a strong global presence, we operate over 6,000 stores worldwide, including more than 100 locations in the US across CA, WA, AZ, NY, NJ, and TX. Our goal is to further expand to 1,000 stores in the US within the next six years. Committed to providing quality goods at competitive prices, we strive to be a go-to destination for shoppers. Our extensive product range covers various categories, including Japanese-inspired home decor, stationery, food, and more, making us a trusted source for accessible and innovative offerings.
The Store Set-Up Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of new store set-up, from coordinating deliveries to managing personnel and ensuring compliance with company standards. This individual will play a pivotal role in the success of our expansion efforts by effectively managing timelines, budgets, and resources.
Essential Job Duties:
Preparation and Coordination: Coordinate all preparations for new store set-up, including scheduling deliveries, arranging employee shifts, ordering equipment, managing trash pickups, preparing promotional materials, and coordinating IT setup.
Day-to-Day Operations: Manage the day-to-day schedule and operations of store setup activities, ensuring that tasks are completed on time and according to plan.
Employee Training: Provide training to store staff as necessary during the setup process, including instruction on equipment usage and merchandise display techniques.
Communication with Contractors: Act as the primary point of contact with the General Contractor (GC) on site, ensuring that all expectations are communicated and met, and that any punch list items are addressed promptly.
Fixture and Inventory Management: Control store fixtures, equipment, and inventory at the warehouse, ensuring that all items are accounted for and in good condition. Manage incoming fixture container orders, shipments, and arrivals, coordinating with the warehouse to ensure timely delivery.
Qualifications:
Previous experience in retail store setup or project management preferred.
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and vendors.
Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy.
Ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software preferred.
Flexibility to work non-traditional hours as needed during store setup periods.
Willingness to travel to new store locations as required.