Store Implementation Specialist

7-Eleven • Chicago, IL

108d • $70,000 - $80,000

About The Position

This position is a high travel role at 75% or more that will support projects nationally for 7-Eleven. The role will involve managing readiness activities involved with New Store Openings, Franchise Changeovers, Store Remodels, Acquisition Transitions/Openings, and Special Projects.

Requirements

• High School/GED education.
• 3+ years of relevant work experience in retail, grocery, or food management service sales.
• Strong facilitation and organizational skills.
• Ability to analyze, use, and explain specific, logical, and detailed processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Teams.
• Thorough knowledge of Store Operations including financial management, merchandising, store reports, and human resources.
• Ability to solve problems by assessing situations and leveraging data.
• High level of agility and adaptability.

Nice To Haves

• Experience of 3-5+ years in retail, grocery, or food management service sales.
• Strong organizational skills and travel skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute New Store Openings, Changeovers, Store Remodels, RIS Transitions/Openings, Special Projects, and Calibrations.
• Manage the day-to-day Merchandise, Ordering, Equipment Functionality, and Infrastructure processes for coverage area(s) through remote and site visits.
• Monitor schedules, KPI review/analysis, compliance with Operations, Building/Health Inspectors, and related governance.
• Represent Implementation department in site visits with Operations, Franchisees, and other key stakeholders.
• Communicate, coordinate, and verify efforts with key stakeholders including Market Leaders, Area Leaders, SSC, and Program Implementation Leaders.
• Ensure program scope and business objectives are clearly documented.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop detailed product flow, displays, and Sales Plan execution.
• Coach stakeholders to ensure the project team works together efficiently and effectively.
• Review infrastructure process for New Store Openings, Changeovers, and Special Projects.
• Analyze current assortment with national schematics and regional items/programs to tailor assortment to the local store.
• Potentially oversee and manage support staff activities, such as New Store and Changeover infrastructure.
• Execute and manage complex Operations schedules concurrently, in coordination with Construction, Operations, Planning, and Vendors.
• Assist with initial store payroll, audit, lottery setup, and cash reporting during change and control activities.
• Complete By Item Checklist for building maintenance and Design Package fulfillment.

Benefits

• Pay range: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 Annual.
• Consideration for employment for qualified applicants with criminal histories.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Food and Beverage Retailers
• Education Level: High school or GED