New Store Opening IT Lead
The Company
Our client was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in San Francisco. They describe themself as a “Retail Maximization Company,” focused on helping retailers, brands, and CPG companies improve digital revenue, customer experience, operational efficiency, and technology modernization. Their core positioning is highly retail-specialized rather than being a general-purpose IT services company. They emphasize deep expertise in: retail commerce, omnichannel systems, supply chain technology, AI and data platforms, experience design, cloud modernization, digital engineering, performance engineering, eCommerce migration, and upgrades.
The Role
Responsible for end-to-end IT readiness and technology deployment for new retail store openings across China. Ensure all IT infrastructure, systems, and devices are installed, tested, and operational before store launch while coordinating with business teams, IT teams, vendors, and technology partners.
Key Responsibilities
Store Opening Planning & Coordination
- Manage IT activities for store openings, relocations, remodels, and closures.
- Develop IT readiness plans, milestones, risk logs, and go-live checklists.
- Coordinate with Retail Operations, Construction, Facilities, Security, Finance, IT teams, and vendors.
- Conduct site readiness reviews and track project timelines.
Network & Infrastructure
- Coordinate internet/WAN
