Store Implementation Specialist

Store Implementation Specialist will manage readiness activities for New Store Openings, Franchise Changeovers, Store Remodels, Acquisitions, and special projects. Responsibilities include overseeing day-to-day Merchandising/Ordering, Equipment Functionality, and Infrastructure processes for coverage areas (National Market) via remote work and site visits; monitor schedules, KPI analysis, and compliance with Operations, Health/Building inspectors, and 7Clean governance. Act as a liaison with Operations, Franchisees, Market Leaders, Area Leaders, SSC, and Program Implementation Leaders; collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop product flow, displays, and Sales Plan execution; coach stakeholders to ensure efficient project teamwork. Review infrastructure for New Store/Openings/Changeovers, tailor assortment to local stores, potentially oversee support staff for New Store and Changeover activities, and handle payroll, audit, lottery setup, and cash reporting during change processes. Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams; strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills; willingness to work weekends, evenings, and holidays. This role requires the ability to plan and fiscally execute activities, and to adapt to various project methodologies within a dynamic retail/grocery/food service environment.