Store Planning Manager, Japan

Christian Bassett is recruiting Store Planning Manager, Japan for a luxury fashion company.

 

• To ensure that the execution of store design projects should always be of the highest standard and reflect the quality and DNA of the company in Japan region.

 

REQUIRED MANAGEMENT SKILL

• Good team player with mature working attitude and able to work under extensive pressure

• Independent, strong coordination and interpersonal skills

• Excellent communication skill with all level of management and contractor

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Project administration including filing, correspondence, tenders, contracts, etc.

• To review and negotiate cost with vendors and prepare payment request

• To work with related parties to prepare tender information including schedule of rates, construction contracts, etc.

• To review tender returns

• To update reports and project status

 

Project Management

• To pre-plan and organize projects using cross functional teams and manage the process to achieve project success dealing with submission and following the regulations

• To develop project programs and enforce delivery of items according to key milestones and due dates

• Close monitoring of projects to ensure updated information is shared by all related parties

• Manage ahead and identify risk, shortfall in construction processes and prepare improvement plans for execution

• Professional negotiation skill with the department stores and developers to acquire the predominant positioning to achieve the ideal quality and concept

 

Financial Management

• To forecast expenditure for projects and manage the budget

• To select and approve local and overseas vendors who will complete work to the required quality standards

• To constantly monitor and review projects to minimize timeline and costs to meet targets

• To review costs and identify cost saving opportunities which do not impact upon the overall design concept of the project

• To ensure that all policies and procedures are followed including concurrence

• To evaluate, analyse and negotiate all venders relating to projects to achieve most competitive prices at high quality

• To ensure that all internal and external parties comply with the highest standards and reinforce them

• Competent in monitoring renovation budgets and is aware of current market rates

 

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Degree holder or equivalent in Architecture, Interior Design, Construction Management or related field

• Minimum 8 years-experience in the field of interior design, construction or fitting-out project management

• Experience in managing store projects for high-end fashion brand would be preferred

• Local experience would be preferred especially in dealing with submission/regulations

• Good command of written and spoken English and native in Japanese

• Proficient in computer applications including MS Excel, Word, AutoCAD, Photoshop

• Willing to travel overseas as necessary for close monitoring of projects

• Previous working experience with a contractor would be an added benefit

• Good knowledge of construction details

 

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.