Senior Manager Retail Operations
- California
- $63,355-100,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
You will be the main point of contact on-site; to aid where needed, project manage and offer operational support to cross-functional business partners and Field Management throughout the new store opening (NSO) process.
Manage the NSO process from end to end, to ensure successful store openings, budgets, and consistent execution of individual brand standards. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Retail Operations.What you’ll do:You'll have opportunities to design, achieve and build relationships every day as you...NSO project Lead and main point of contact to ensure consistency and best practices across store openingsDaily interfacing with Senior Manager Retail Operations on day-to-day workload, both during openings and non-openingsPoint of contact on other retail store operational needsResponsible for completion of on-site project operations-readiness checklistsResponsible for prompt resolution of project delays to keep project on scheduleConduct and manage NSO calls/meetingsFollow new store opening procedures and processes for completion of branded openingsCoordinate with IS, HR and other support groups to ensure proper setting up of store systemsComplete New Store Opening Airtable tasks, including reporting, and after-action analysisWork with cross-functional teams on continuous improvement initiativesWork with cross-functional teams to aid coordination of training, equipment, systems,and overall store operations pre and post openingSupport retail team/stores daily as needed and assigned post openingsCompletion of AD HOC Operational and Systems projects during non-store opening timeSupport stores in an Operational capacityResponsible for individual travel budgets as assignedDoes this sound like you?This might be you if you have the following skills and abilities...Minimum of 5 years’ Store Operations experience including new store openingsStrong project management skillsExcellent communication skills – oral and writtenAbility to read and understand blueprints and mechanical drawings.Proven track record with on time and on budgets for store openings and or special projects/eventsStrong communication and organization skillsStrong financial acumen and attention to cost value to keep travel and entertainment expenses under control and under budget where possible.Ability to work with and within cross-functional relationshipsAbility to treat confidential information as suchAbility to handle ambiguity and change managementAbility to handle multiple projects with attention to detail,Ability to wear multiple hats while on site and step into other departments to assist as needed to keep projects on scheduleTechnology acumen in Microsoft Office Suite & AirtableSound decision making abilityTravel to new store openings, as assignedWho We Hire?Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Design Within Reach is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.A starting compensation range for this role is $63,355.00 - $100,000.00. Relevant salary considerations will include candidate qualifications and experience, other business/organizational needs and market factors . You may also be eligible to receive a geographic premium, annual discretionary incentive and equity awards which are subject to the rules governing these programs. The company offers a full spectrum of benefits including Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Day Care Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Vacation and Parental Leave), Holidays, 401(k), and Short/Long Term Disability, in addition to other special perks reserved for our associates.This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings.MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at .