New Store Rollout Manager
Core
Lead end-to-end delivery of new 4WD and outdoor adventure retail store openings from planning to operational handover.
Role type
Senior IC retail operations manager (new store rollout)
Builds
New retail store locations for Adventure Kings/4WD Supacentre
Domain
Retail (4WD, camping, outdoor adventure equipment)
Required skills
multi-site retail operations, new store openings, project delivery, team leadership, recruitment, onboarding, training, project management, planning, commercial awareness, revenue target achievement, stakeholder management, written and verbal communication, attention to detail, solutions-focused approach
Preferred skills
managing multiple projects, competing priorities, tight deadlines, working with executives, cross-functional collaboration, flexibility for varied hours
Technologies
none stated
Responsibilities
Manage complete rollout of new retail stores from planning to operational handover; Lead recruitment, onboarding, and training of new store teams; Develop detailed store-opening plans and ensure milestone delivery; Coordinate store setup activities across Retail, Supply Chain, Marketing, People and Culture, IT, Finance, Merchandising, and Operations; Personally assess and sign off employee training, competencies, and operational readiness; Lead grand-opening events and drive achievement of revenue targets; Establish strong daily and weekly operating procedures; Manage team performance, operational standards, and employee fatigue during store openings; Monitor ongoing store performance after opening; Manage up to three store rollout projects simultaneously; Provide weekly progress reports and rollout plans to senior stakeholders; Contribute to opening stock orders and manage stock requirements; Prepare After Action Reviews for the Board and senior leadership; Ensure stores operate successfully before handover to Area Managers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC