Role Overview
We are looking for a Pre-Area Manager to join our New Store Opening (NSO) team. This role is responsible for managing all pre-opening activities for new V2 Retail stores. The ideal candidate will ensure smooth coordination between departments, timely execution of tasks, and full store readiness before launch.
Key Responsibilities
- Planning and Execution
- Create and manage detailed plans for new store launches
- Monitor task completion timelines and resolve roadblocks
- Ensure operational readiness prior to launch
- Site Readiness
- Conduct regular reviews of store setup and site progress
- Visit store locations to inspect and verify readiness
- Ensure the store setup meets brand and operational standards
- Manpower Planning
- Coordinate with HR for timely recruitment of store staff
- Schedule and support staff training before store launch
- Ensure staff is deployment-ready on opening day
- Stock Dispatch Coordination
- Collaborate with the supply chain team for on-time stock delivery
- Track stock movement and resolve shortages or discrepancies
- Non-Trading Essentials Setup
- Ensure availability and setup of store fixtures, signage, POS systems, and uniforms
- Identify and close gaps in non-trading items before store opening
- Cross-Functional Coordination
- Liaise with HR, marketing, supply chain, and operations teams
- Share regular progress updates and ensure inter-departmental alignment
- Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain launch checklists and progress trackers
- Prepare store readiness reports and suggest process improvements
- Compliance and Audit
- Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
- Coordinate with vendors for timely material delivery and installations
- Support pre-launch audits and implement corrective measures
Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor's degree in Retail, Business Administration, or a related fieldMinimum 2 years of experience in retail operations, preferably in new store openingsStrong planning, organizational, and multitasking skillsExcellent communication and coordination abilitiesWillingness to travel across store locations and regions as requiredSkills Required
Planning, Execution, Store Operations, Stock Dispatch