Store Development Project Manager

Flexible work arrangements, including the option of a fixed workspace in Bilten or home office with regular coordination meetings in Bilten or Zurich.

• Preferably architectural background with experience in the field of store development


• First Experience in retail construction and retail design or project management of projects in related fields


• Experience in sourcing and managing external partners including briefing and steering to achieve targets


• Cross functional way to work and the ability to involve internal and external stakeholders at the right stage of the project process


• Good skills in Office 365 (Excel, PPT), Teams, AutoCAD or similar software


• Build successful relationship with internal stakeholders and external partners


• Focus and Priority oriented, Self-motivated with strong organizational skills, proactive in communication


• Strong communication skills in English and German, any other language is welcome


• You are resilient, flexible and work independently


• Willingness to travel internationally (30%)

At Läderach, we think and act fresh, treat each other and others with respect and take responsibility for communities and our environment.

Immerse yourself in the world of chocolate and use your experience and skills to become part of our innovative and globally growing company.

Läderach offers

• Exciting working environment with many development opportunities


• Motivated and committed colleagues


• (Internal and external) training opportunities


• Pension / pension scheme / social benefits / etc.


• Discounts on holidays, clothing and much more (Benefits at work)


• Daily chocolate treats and staff discounts

• Implementation of store opening projects and remodeling works in cooperation with local teams worldwide to respect design, timeframe and budget


• Steering store opening process including feasibility studies of locations, design implementation according CI, sign-off process of design, approval process of building permit, tender process as well as quality management and time and budget control


• Manage individual Store Development tasks to achieve defined objectives (Display rollouts, Evaluation and Optimization of store design concept, Development of Design Guidelines)


• Support procurement projects and drive cost optimization initiatives (Value engineering, Tendering and Sourcing Framework Suppliers)


• Steering of external partners such as project management offices, design agencies, construction and millwork companies


• Support Retail business in maintenance construction activities

Barbara Leyendecker, Global Store Development Manager Läderach (Schweiz) AG
Telefon +41 79 128 39 87