Job Description
Working with internal stakeholders across the end-to-end new store opening process to ensure we are continually advancing our store presence. This fixed-term role will see you leading, coordinating and executing new store openings, store closures and temporary moves within the new store delivery team framework.
The Role You Could Play:
Lead all aspects of the end-to-end new store opening process - including new stores, store flips, closures, and pop-ups - focusing on leadership, coordination, and execution. This includes managing critical paths, overseeing on-site setup, and handling post-opening support activities
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, vendors, and suppliers to ensure new store openings are delivered on time, to standard and within budget
Identify and address process inefficiencies affecting store setup, working with stakeholders to drive, develop and implement ongoing improvements
Guide stakeholders through tactical risk mitigation and issue resolution to achieve the best possible project outcomes
Partner with and coach key stakeholders, retail field leadership and store teams involved in implementing changes related to the store opening pipeline
Maintain a centralized, up-to-date repository of all documents related to new store openings, including on-site materials, critical paths, Confluence guides, and engagement meetings
Please note: This is a fixed term opportunity contracted for 18 months.
Travel is an integral part of this role and you will be required to perform your duties in field across Australia and New Zealand (as dictated by project locations and support requirements).
What You Will Bring:
You have an entrepreneurial mindset and are a natural leader with an ability to influence and inspire teams to execute! You have a focus improving processes and initiatives that promote better ways of working.
In addition to your passion for customers and team, you will be focused on finding outcomes and supporting those within your leadership to land projects on time, through the following skills:
Excellent communication skills with a strong ability to lead, influence, engage and inspire stakeholders to drive collaboration and alignment
Highly organised and able to continually navigate dynamic working environment with changing priorities
Previous leadership or management experience
Able to autonomously drive outcomes and manage workload while working remotely in other markets
Demonstrated experience in retail leadership, project management and/or operations support required
Ability to work autonomously, efficiently and with initiative
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Highly attentive to detail with a process driven mindset
Your Life At MECCA
Whilst we are singularly focused on our #CustomerFirst mantra, we know that wouldn’t be possible without an incredible team that is guided by our MECCA values and motivated each and every day to be solutions focused, innovative, collaborative and adaptable, and have a bit of fun along the way!
Some of our other team member benefits include:
Professional development programs and first-class digitised learning offering
Health and well-being initiatives
Reward and recognition programs
Access to bonus and incentive programs
Access to quarterly product allowance
Up to 40% discount to spoil yourselves and your immediate family, subject to company policy!
There are also so many other ways in which you’ll be made to feel part of the MECCA story as we love to celebrate, surprise and delight our team along the way.
To learn more about life at MECCA Brands, follow us on LinkedIn at
MECCA Brands
or @lifeatmecca and for all current opportunities, visit
http://www.mecca.com.au/careers
www.mecca.com.au/careers
The Role You Could Play:
Lead all aspects of the end-to-end new store opening process - including new stores, store flips, closures, and pop-ups - focusing on leadership, coordination, and execution. This includes managing critical paths, overseeing on-site setup, and handling post-opening support activities
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, vendors, and suppliers to ensure new store openings are delivered on time, to standard and within budget
Identify and address process inefficiencies affecting store setup, working with stakeholders to drive, develop and implement ongoing improvements
Guide stakeholders through tactical risk mitigation and issue resolution to achieve the best possible project outcomes
Partner with and coach key stakeholders, retail field leadership and store teams involved in implementing changes related to the store opening pipeline
Maintain a centralized, up-to-date repository of all documents related to new store openings, including on-site materials, critical paths, Confluence guides, and engagement meetings
Please note: This is a fixed term opportunity contracted for 18 months.
Travel is an integral part of this role and you will be required to perform your duties in field across Australia and New Zealand (as dictated by project locations and support requirements).
What You Will Bring:
You have an entrepreneurial mindset and are a natural leader with an ability to influence and inspire teams to execute! You have a focus improving processes and initiatives that promote better ways of working.
In addition to your passion for customers and team, you will be focused on finding outcomes and supporting those within your leadership to land projects on time, through the following skills:
Excellent communication skills with a strong ability to lead, influence, engage and inspire stakeholders to drive collaboration and alignment
Highly organised and able to continually navigate dynamic working environment with changing priorities
Previous leadership or management experience
Able to autonomously drive outcomes and manage workload while working remotely in other markets
Demonstrated experience in retail leadership, project management and/or operations support required
Ability to work autonomously, efficiently and with initiative
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Highly attentive to detail with a process driven mindset
Your Life At MECCA
Whilst we are singularly focused on our #CustomerFirst mantra, we know that wouldn’t be possible without an incredible team that is guided by our MECCA values and motivated each and every day to be solutions focused, innovative, collaborative and adaptable, and have a bit of fun along the way!
Some of our other team member benefits include:
Professional development programs and first-class digitised learning offering
Health and well-being initiatives
Reward and recognition programs
Access to bonus and incentive programs
Access to quarterly product allowance
Up to 40% discount to spoil yourselves and your immediate family, subject to company policy!
There are also so many other ways in which you’ll be made to feel part of the MECCA story as we love to celebrate, surprise and delight our team along the way.
To learn more about life at MECCA Brands, follow us on LinkedIn at
MECCA Brands
or @lifeatmecca and for all current opportunities, visit
http://www.mecca.com.au/careers
www.mecca.com.au/careers
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The New Store Project Lead position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Work from home Jobs is a plus.