Job Title: Store Development Coordinator
Department: Operations & General Services
Location: Torrance, CA (Some travel required)
About Lovisa
Lovisa is a leading global fashion jewellry brand, bringing on-trend styles to customers at affordable prices. We are passionate about our product, our people, and our customers. As we continue to expand, we are looking for talented, motivated individuals to help support our growth.
Position Summary
The Store Development Coordinator will play a key role in supporting Lovisa's store development projects through strong administrative, financial, and vendor coordination support. This role will help ensure store projects are delivered on time and within budget by overseeing critical processes such as invoicing, utility setups, tenant allowances, and vendor communications.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial & Administrative Support:
- Oversee the preparation, review, and submission of invoices for store development projects; coordinate with the Accounts Payable team to ensure timely processing.
- Track budgets, purchase orders, and expenses related to store development and installations.
- Utility Management:
- Manage the full process of utility setup for new stores and renovations, including coordination with utility providers and internal stakeholders.
- Tenant Allowances & Legal Coordination:
- Facilitate tenant allowance processes in partnership with the Legal team and landlords.
- Assist with lease compliance tasks and related documentation.
- Vendor & Landlord Coordination:
- Support and coordinate vendor relations, including landscaping teams, signage installers, and other service providers.
- Act as the point of contact for landlords regarding installations, maintenance-related transitions, and other development needs.
- Project Support:
- Assist the Project Manager in coordinating sign switch-outs, store installations, and other store improvement activities.
- Provide administrative support for store development initiatives and ensure accurate records and project documentation.
- Other Duties as Assigned:
- Support the Store Development team with additional tasks and travel as required to support project goals.
Qualifications & Requirements
Required Skills & Experience:
- 2 years of experience in an administrative, project coordination, or store development support role, preferably in the retail industry.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
- Strong organizational and project management skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Experience managing vendor relationships and coordinating with multiple stakeholders.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to take initiative and be proactive.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to travel as needed.
Desired Skills:
- Basic understanding of budgeting and/or store operations.
- Knowledge of lease terms, tenant allowances, or retail legal processes is a plus.
Core Lovisa Competencies:
- Organizational understanding
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Commitment to customer service excellence
- Effective negotiation
- Initiative and proactive problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Open and honest communication