Retail Development Project Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking the talents of a Retail Development Project Manager (M/F) to join our US Development & Marketing Team and contribute to the next chapter of Sézane's journey in the United States. This position is based in Los Angeles and will require regular domestic travel.

Responsibilities

• Project Management & Execution
  • Lead end-to-end construction project management of delegated retail stores and pop-up projects
  • Act as the key liaison between internal and external teams including architecture, design, legal, insurance, signage, staffing, merchandising, shipping, visual merchandising, and operational logistics
  • Manage project schedules, budgets, milestones, and deliverables, ensuring projects are completed within the allotted timeframe and consistent with Sézane brand quality standards and guidelines
• Design & Construction Coordination
  • Ensure accurate, timely, and in-budget delivery of floor plans, finishes, fixtures, and materials, maintaining alignment with design intent and brand standards
  • Review all drawings, samples, and mockups with a critical eye for detail, flagging inconsistencies, anticipating potential issues, and leading resolutions to ensure an accurate delivery of desired floorplans and overall design
• On-Site Construction and Project Leadership
  • Act as an on-the-ground lead throughout construction, installation, and opening phases, coordinating with offsite teams to ensure readiness for merchandise installation and grand openings
  • Oversee on-site logistics, issue resolution, and day-to-day coordination with AORs, expeditors, contractors, millworkers and all other relevant vendors required for project completion
  • Ensure opening timelines and operational details are aligned across teams to ensure a smooth handoff to Retail and Operations teams for typical retail management of the space
• Partnership & Vendor Management
  • Source, engage, and manage market-specific relationships to support successful project delivery and long-term partnerships including AORs, contractors, permit expeditors, and local/regional fabrications such as millworkers and signage vendors
  • Serve as a key liaison between internal architecture and design teams and external consultants, contractors, and vendors
  • Maintain relationships with local/regional authorities and landlords to ensure seamless store openings and open communication in relation to permitting and business operation
  • Lead contract negotiations with all vendors required for retail projects in conjunction with Sézane's internal Legal team
  • Maintain strong working relationships with landlords, contractors, facilities, and operational partners throughout the entire project lifecycle and ensure a smooth and coordinated handoff of contacts to internal Operations and Retail teams
• Cross-Functional Communication
  • Lead communication on project progression with key internal teams including marketing, influence, retail, and events teams and assist in the planning of grand opening events and activities
  • Prepare and share clear reporting on timelines, budgets, key milestones, and decisions with internal stakeholders
  • Support legal and compliance processes related to permitting, contracts, insurance, and property requirements

Requirements

• 3-5 years of hands-on retail project management experience, must be well versed in onsite management of retail build outs and managing external construction teams and vendors
• Must be Los Angeles-based and able to work in person at our West Hollywood office
• Able to travel considerably throughout construction and installation of projects
• Proven track record managing fast-paced, high-expectations projects from beginning to end and coordinating with internal & external cross-functional teams on a large scale
• Comfortable owning multiple projects simultaneously with a small team
• Architecture and interior design knowledge and familiarity is key; formal degrees/certifications are a plus but not required (dwgs, AutoCAD, ProCore etc.)

Qualifications

• Your Profile
  • You're passionate about finding new ways to bring the Sézane magic to life and curate each store/pop up to the city
  • Detail-oriented and thorough project manager, always on the lookout for what could be improved
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize / juggle between multiple projects without breaking a sweat
  • Cool under pressure & solution oriented - always one to have a backup plan (or three) and seamlessly adapt plans and logistics accordingly
  • No task too big or small attitude
• Bilingual (French / English) is a plus but not required

Pay

Salary range: $85,000 - $90,000 depending on skills and experience.

Schedule

This position is based in Los Angeles and will require regular domestic travel.