Retail Store Openings Manager
Location: UK (nationwide travel required)
Engagement: Contract / Consultancy / Full-time (open to all)
We are seeking an experienced Retail Store Openings Manager, either an individual specialist or a professional company—to oversee the end-to-end delivery of new retail store openings. This includes our existing estate and our new partnership with Morrisons, which requires a highly organised, detail-driven leader who can manage complex rollouts from concept through to launch.
Key Responsibilities
* End-to-end project management of retail store openings, ensuring all milestones are delivered on time, within scope, and to brand standards.
* Develop and present clear project briefs, timelines, and status updates for internal teams and stakeholders.
* Coordinate and oversee all parties involved, including contractors, designers, suppliers, installers, and internal teams.
* Create or source detailed floor plans, technical drawings, and rendered visuals of retail units to support planning, approvals, and execution.
* Work directly with Morrisons and other partners to ensure compliance with guidelines, processes, and operational requirements.
* Manage site surveys, build schedules, H&S requirements, snagging, and handovers.
* Maintain strong communication throughout the project lifecycle, identifying risks and resolving issues quickly.
* Ensure each store launches smoothly and is fully operational to required standards.
Required Experience
* Proven track record delivering multiple retail store openings (supermarket, convenience, or fast-paced retail experience highly desirable).
* Experience collaborating with large retail groups—Morrisons experience a plus.
* Ability to manage cross-functional teams and external partners.
* Strong technical understanding of floor plans, space planning, CAD drawings, and 3D renders.
* Exceptional organisational and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently, travel to sites, and take ownership of full project delivery.
Who This Is Ideal For
* Experienced project managers or retail rollout consultants
* Specialist fit-out / retail development companies
* Boutique agencies skilled in design, project management, and store implementation
* If you or your organisation can deliver high-quality, end-to-end store openings and want to be part of an exciting partnership and expansion, we’d love to hear from you.