Retail Planning manager - Luxury Fashion Brand

MODE SEARCH Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious luxury fashion brand as a Retail Store Planner, where you will oversee the entire process of launching new retail locations. This role demands a strategic, detail-oriented professional with a decade of experience in retail project management. You will collaborate with architects and suppliers, ensuring projects meet high standards of design and operational efficiency. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a global expansion, working in a dynamic environment that values innovation and excellence in luxury retail.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in retail project management, especially in luxury.
• Strong analytical skills for feasibility assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead new store openings from planning to execution.
• Manage project schedules and budgets effectively.

Skills

Retail Project Management

Analytical Skills

Budget Management

Leadership Skills

Luxury Retail Design

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Related Field

Job description

Retail Store Planner - Luxury Fashion Brand

Retail Store Planner - Luxury Fashion Brand

Direct message the job poster from MODE SEARCH Ltd.

Mode Search is proud to partner with a prestigious luxury fashion brand in the search for an experienced Retail Store Planner to join their London-based team for a new store opening. This is an exceptional opportunity for a strategic and detail-oriented professional to drive the expansion and development of high-profile retail store projects on a global scale.

As a Retail Store Planner, you will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end process of launching new retail locations, from feasibility assessments and project planning to execution and store openings. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure that every project aligns with the brand’s exacting standards in design, quality, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the full lifecycle of new store openings, including site selection, feasibility assessments, project planning, and execution.
• Develop and manage project schedules and budgets, ensuring strict financial controls are met.
• Oversee store development specifications, ensuring adherence to the brand’s "Cahier des Charges."
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, suppliers, and local teams to optimize costs while maintaining brand integrity.
• Ensure all projects comply with legal requirements, design standards, and visual merchandising guidelines.
• Manage multiple retail projects, including flagship stores, pop-ups, and wholesale spaces, ensuring seamless execution.
• Identify and build key partnerships across various regions to support global retail expansion.

Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years' experience in store development, retail project management, or a related role within the luxury retail sector.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience conducting site feasibility assessments and strategic planning.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale budgets and negotiate effectively with contractors and suppliers.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously.
• Deep understanding of luxury retail design, store layouts, and visual merchandising.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with a proactive and hands-on approach.
• Willingness to travel internationally to oversee project execution and store openings.

To apply, please submit your CV to [e-mail]. Due to a high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Management

• Industries

  Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry

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