Project Manager, Purchasing & Store Development

Project Manager, Purchasing & Store Development

Category : Real Estate & Development EmploymentType : Full-Time Location : NY-New York (Union Square) LocationType : Corporate JobLocation : New York, New York

Job Summary : Responsible for supporting the Store Development Team, in the execution of New Stores and Fleet / Rollout improvements, with a primary focus on Legacy Store Project including Remodels. The Project Manager will be responsible for completion of projects in New and Legacy Stores, including Fixture Improvement projects, as well as a variety of administrative tasks required to support the team through the entire store development process from conception through closeout. An important part of the role, the candidate will be required to work with multiple internal and external partners. The ideal candidate must be able to assist in the management and creation of project schedules, task details and utilize project management tools such as reports, tracking charts, checklists, coding and processing invoices, issuing purchase orders, assisting with fixture rollouts, store layouts and fixture plans, and communication. Role does require travel for site visits to follow up on completion. An employee in this position can expect an annual starting rate between $90,000 - $110,000 depending on experience, seniority, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law.

What You Do :

• Coordination and completion of store improvement projects, including rollouts, etc.
• Provide support with respect to the new store openings. This includes but is not limited to managing purchase orders, interacting with freight companies and vendors related to deliveries, placing fixture orders and installations as necessary.
• Quickly become familiar with store fixtures and furniture used in stores. Management and creation of fixture manuals and knowledge of fixture plans required.
• Create and produce reports and weekly updates in Excel to support the Store Development process.
• Respond / Reply to inquiries from potential vendors, customers and stores.
• Maintain furniture, fixture and equipment budgets by store, for rollouts, projects and new stores.
• Composing of general correspondence as required by department.
• Full knowledge of department functions and ability to obtain information as required.
• Must have store communication skills, positive attitude, and ability to articulate.
• Working with Stores and Facilities Team on Service Channel requests for all stores.
• May attend meetings and conferences, as well as manufacturing plant visits as requested.
• Develop and prepare forms as needed relative to Store Development process.
• Coordinate and Schedule meetings with key partners in Store Development process.
• Maintain and control all inventories, fixture & materials, as well other company owned inventory.

Knowledge & Experience :

Role is based in our New York headquarters.

Bachelor's degree required.

Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Travel, required on a project specific basis.

Experience in Retail Project Management / Purchasing is preferred.

Ability to work and be successful in a fast-paced work environment. Quick leaner.

Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency in Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook is required.

Knowledge of Service Channel Management System is preferred, but not required. Must be able to learn Service Channel.

Knowledge of Procore is preferred but not required. Must be able to learn Procore.

Must have solid problem-solving skills. Have the ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently.

Must have excellent team building skills.

Must be optimistic, enthusiastic and eager to learn.

Eeo Statement : Barnes & Noble is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition as defined by applicable law, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, hairstyle, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, reproductive health decisions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.