New Store opening Project Co-ordinator

Job Description New Store Opening Project Co-ordinator Job Title: New Store Opening Project Co-ordinator Reporting To: Operations Manager / Project Lead Location: K Beverage Head Office / Field Based Business: K Beverage Ltd – Starbucks Franchise Partner Role Purpose To support the planning, coordination, and successful delivery of new Starbucks store openings across the K Beverage estate, ensuring projects are completed on time, on budget, and to brand standard.

Key Responsibilities

Support all stages of new store opening projects from approval to launch. Maintain project plans, timelines, trackers, and key milestone dates. Coordinate communication between internal teams, contractors, suppliers, and Starbucks stakeholders. Support property, licensing, utilities, and compliance processes for new sites.

Assist with ordering equipment, fixtures, signage, and operational supplies. Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and training plans for new store teams. Arrange pre-opening schedules, site visits, snagging lists, and readiness checks. Ensure stores open in line with Starbucks brand and operational standards. Track project costs, invoices, and budgets.

Provide on-site support during store openings where required. Skills & Experience Previous project co-ordinator, operations, or store opening experience. Strong planning and organisational skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Good IT skills including Excel and project trackers. Retail, hospitality, or multi-site experience preferred.

Personal Attributes Highly organised and detail focused. Proactive and able to work at pace. Problem solver with a hands-on approach. Professional and confident communicator. Flexible and adaptable. Additional Requirements Regular travel to new store locations required. Full UK driving licence preferred. Flexibility to work around opening schedules when needed.