Store Fit-Out Project Manager

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About Miele

Miele is a world leader in the production of premium domestic and commercial appliances. As current winners of the 2020 Which? Best Large Kitchen Appliance Brand, we take immense pride in the quality of our appliances and all aspects of customer service.

Since our beginnings in 1899, Miele has followed its ’Forever Better’ brand promise. This means we will do all that we can to be "forever better" than our competitors and "forever better" than we already are. For our customers, this means the peace of mind of knowing that choosing Miele is a good decision - and probably the decision of a lifetime. For Miele, meeting the expectations of its customers when it comes to products and services – and even exceeding them where possible – is of the utmost importance.

Miele has a respectful, positive and inclusive culture and working for Miele GB is exciting and rewarding. We employ approximately 450 people in all areas of our business and can provide a great foundation to progress your career within the organisation. We look for dynamic individuals who can share the passion we have for our products and who can contribute to our continued growth.

Overview

Miele are embarking on a rapid and exciting expansion of our growing Own Retail channel to meet the ever changing needs and buying habits of our consumers, opening a number of new stores within the next few years. This has created an exciting opportunity for an experienced Store Fit-out Manager to join the team, leading and project managing the fit-out of all new stores and the refurbishment of current store displays.

Our Experience Centres are our flagship stores, providing consumers with expert advice and hands-on demonstrations – truly bringing our products to life.

The Role:

The purpose of this role is to project manage the fit-out of all new stores and the refurbishment of current store displays. Working to strict timelines and managing multiple contractors and stakeholders, this person needs to be a forward-thinking, creative problem solver who can juggle a number of projects at one time and deliver results to a premium standard in retail.

This role will also oversee the ongoing facilities management and out of scope maintenance for the store portfolio; working with the Building Services and HSEQ team to ensure our stores are compliant with UK laws and guidelines and making sure they consistently meet the standards of our brand.

The Person:

The successful candidate should be an experienced project manager with proven track record of delivering results to a high standard and within strict budgets and guidelines. They must have experience managing store fitouts, ideally for a kitchen brand. They should be confident and capable when dealing with new and challenging situations, be proactive and adaptable to change with excellent planning, organisation and time management skills. Stakeholder and supplier management experience and excellent communication skills are essential.

What’s on Offer:

· Salary: up to £47,000 depending on experience

· Company car

· Bonus scheme

· 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays

· Contributory pension scheme

· Life assurance @ 4 x Salary if enrolled in pension scheme

· Income protection scheme

· Medicash Scheme – money back towards the cost of healthcare and wellness

· Inspired Performance - reward and recognition portal

· Eye-care voucher Scheme

· Cycle to work scheme

· Well-being activities including free access to massage and health therapist, yoga and singing group.

· Substantial discount on company products

· Financially incentivised employee referral scheme