Store Development Project Coordinator

Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

EE position: Yes

We are looking to appoint a Store Development Project Coordinator to work within the Group Facilities Division department within Clicks. This role will be based in Cape Town and report to the National Project Manager.

Job Purpose:

To provide an effective administrative function to the National Project Manager, Regional managers, and store project managers which includes the rosters group brands, ordering of shopfitting items and non saleable goods & services required for the opening of new stores, refurbishing of existing stores & closing of Clicks, The Body Shop stores, Unicare and Sorbet.

Job Objectives:

• To notify internal depts contractors & service providers of new, refurbishment and closing of stores.
• To generate proposed rosters for approval and distribute to relevant stakeholders in the business.
• To set up stores on the SAP system.
• To assist with ensuring that new stores are prepared for merchandising and operation.
• To update project records and maintain project tracker/ database.
• To communicate and liaise with the Project team and subcontractors on all matters pertaining to the designated responsibility.
• To ensure that all relevant policies, procedures and systems are implemented.
• To assist with administration and compilation of budget proposals.
• To obtain quotes, follow up and deal with queries relating to agreements and contracts.
• To perform general procurement and project administration.

• Understanding of SAP finance processes (Generating POs/ Invoicing good receipts.
• Understanding of procuremet process
• Knowledge of document managemnet and project management tools

• Strong organisational and multi-tasking skills
• Basic accounting and finance skills
• Good communication & interpersonal skills(capable of maintaining strong relationships with various stakeholders)
• Excellent analytical skills and problem solving skills(assisting with accounts queries for retail finance team and Accounts payable)
• Ability to negotiate, reason and determine ideas
• Attention to detail, even when under pressure
• Time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Sound MS Office knowledge
• 3-5 years experience in a similar role within a retail environment
• Experienced in SAP financial system
• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Working with People
• Relating and Networking
• Persuading and Influencing
• Planning and Organising
• Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations
• Following Instructions and Procedures
• Adapting and Responding to Change

All positions will be filled in accordance with our Employment Equity plan.