Traveling Store Opening Coordinator

Primary Responsibilities

• Design and develop store layout to most efficiently use space provided.
• Revise store layout based on changing requirements of supplies and corporate initiatives.
• Communicate with internal and external partners to keep projects on schedule.
• Cook up and set up fixtures for the stores.
• Ensure staffing needs of the new store are met by maintaining hiring standards, recruiting efforts, interviewing, and selection of candidates.
• Provide motivation, inspiration and enthusiasm to Team Leaders and Associates.
• Implement procedures for maintaining effective and efficient store operations.
• Ensure proper training is provided to newly hired Associates.
• Provide guidance, motivation and leadership to all Associates during the new store set up.
• Accurately complete required documentation for Associate time records, new hire paperwork, and project plans.
• Manage daily tasks and projects and meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in retail architecture or space planning is preferred.
• A bachelor’s degree in management is preferred.
• A minimum of one year of retail experience in a supervisory role in a mid-size to large retail service-oriented business, or demonstration of skills and learning through an internal development program and selection process, is required.
• The ability to effectively communicate is required.
• The ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job is required.
• The ability to complete assignments in the time allotted is required.

Physical Requirements

• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and to move and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures.
• Frequent standing, bending, stooping and kneeling.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Frequent lifting up to 70 lbs.

Benefits

Ollie’s is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran’s status, disability, genetic information or any other legally protected status.