AddressIn this exciting role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end launch of a New Stores joining our Group into the Chemist Discount Centre brand, Advantage Pharmacy brand, Pharmacy Alliance brand, or independent pharmacies who want to tap into our services. You will be the point of contact for all aspects of the project, ensuring a smooth and successful project completion and store grand opening. This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with a strong project management background to make a real impact on our growing company.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the project planning process for New Store openings, including developing timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Manage all project stakeholders, including contractors, vendors, internal teams (e.g., IT, marketing, operations), and ensure clear communication and collaboration.
- Secure permits and licenses required for store operation if required.
- Liaise with the store development team in regards to aspects of the store fit-out and signage, ensuring compliance with brand standards and meeting deadlines.
- Manage inventory and product delivery to merchandise the stores, in time for a successful grand opening.
- Liaise with the Marketing team to ensure the implementation of a comprehensive pre-opening marketing strategy to generate buzz and excitement in the local community.
- Conduct test runs and operational readiness assessments prior to opening.
- Oversee grand opening logistics, ensuring a smooth and successful launch.
- Manage post-opening follow-up, addressing any unforeseen issues and ensuring a seamless transition to ongoing store operations.
- Minimum 3 years of project management experience, preferably in retail or a similar environment.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget.
- Strong organisational and planning skills with a meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Experience in managing contractors and vendors.
- Understanding of Pharmacy store operations a plus.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Proficient in project management software (e.g.: Monday.com) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work on a dynamic and fast-paced project.
- Be part of a growing and successful company.
- Make a significant contribution to IPA’s expansion plans.
About Independent Pharmacies of Australia:
IPA - formerly, The Platform Alliance Group - is one of Australia’s largest pharmacy networks. With over 20 years of experience, we focus on creating healthy communities and supporting our members. With our combined experience and expertise, we are positioned to build the strongest independent pharmacy network in Australia. With a diverse suite of brands and offers to support independent pharmacies, IPA will continue to evolve the customer-centric retail focus of each group to build brand strategies that improve consumer, member, and supplier partner outcomes.
At IPA, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We believe in the diversity of our people across age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, physical and mental ability. We strive to create an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves.
