New Store Opening Associate
$70,000–$75,000 year
On-site · Brooklyn, New York, United States
Job Summary
Lead and coordinate NSO efforts for new Blank Street store openings, managing cross-functional stakeholders, timelines, and on-the-ground setup. Responsibilities include project coordination (using Asana/Slack/Google Suite), communicating timelines and blockers, maintaining store documentation, placing and calibrating equipment, coordinating with contractors for internet/espresso machine installation and basic construction needs, conducting equipment tests, ensuring DOH compliance, handling logistics of equipment and smallwares, managing inventory, reviewing vendor invoices, and supporting seasonal transitions. The role requires travel to new openings, ability to work evenings/weekends, and a hands-on, process-driven approach to ensure successful store launches and cross-functional alignment.
Required Qualifications
- 1–2 years of experience in hospitality, consumer brands, retail, or a new location opening environment
- Hands-on and action oriented — would rather be doing than delegating
- Excellent organizational skills with a proven ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure and tight timelines
- Highly effective written and verbal communicator — you keep people in the loop without being asked
- Adaptable and flexible — comfortable working both collaboratively and independently depending on project needs
- Tech-comfortable — experience with Google Suite, Asana, and Slack is a plus
- Must be comfortable working evenings and weekends where business dictates
- Comfort with travel across all markets
- A valid driver's license is preferable
- Able to lift 50+ lbs
Desired Qualifications
- 1–2 years of experience in hospitality, consumer brands, retail, or a new location opening environment
- Hands-on and action oriented
- Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities
- Proficiency with Google Suite, Asana, Slack (plus tech-savvy)
- Willingness to travel and work evenings/weekends as needed
- Valid driver’s license (preferred)
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs
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