Project Development Executive – Retail

Imagine what you could do here at Lee’s Frozen Food, where fresh ideas rise into extraordinary products that champion food equality for every Malaysian. Lee’s was born in 1962 when a couple welcomed their communities to their Kuala Lumpur shop, and has since grown to welcome over millions of customers in multiple countries in South East Asia. Every day, our leeders (don’t just manage daily operations) – they create a kind of wonder that transform how communities access affordable to good food at great price.

Join Lee’s, and help us leave the world tastier and more equitable than we found it.

The Difference You Will Make:

As a Project Development Executive – Retail, you will be a vital part of our dynamic expansion team, shaping the physical footprint of Lee’s Frozen Food to support our mission of food equality. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, leveraging organisational excellence, strategic coordination, and retail insights to drive growth and ensure affordable food reaches millions. Your work will support new store openings, remodels, and market expansions while keeping our commitment to accessible, high-quality food at the heart of every project.

Mission Food Equality Requirements

  • Putting customer first by thinking and acting as a customer and working backwards to create the best customer experience
  • Ability to work under conditions of uncertainty in a fast growth, sometimes ever changing and complex environment and comfortable acting with minimal planning, direction, and supervision.
  • Seasoned and strategic multitasker, with a hands-on approach and outside-the-box mentality.
  • Fast executor and learner, with strong commitments focus on deriving results
Job Summary: The Project Development Executive will play a key role in supporting the end-to-end delivery of retail development projects, working closely with the Project Development Manager and cross-functional teams. This role involves coordinating project activities, managing documentation, and ensuring seamless communication between internal teams and external partners. The ideal candidate is proactive, organised, and passionate about retail development, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in developing project plans, timelines, and budgets for new store openings, remodels, and rebranding initiatives.
  • Coordinate with internal teams (e.g., design, operations, merchandising) and external stakeholders (e.g., contractors, vendors, landlords) to ensure smooth project execution.
  • Track project milestones, deliverables, and deadlines, updating project management tools and systems as needed.
  • Support site selection by gathering data on demographics, foot traffic, and market conditions to inform decision-making.
  • Assist in managing vendor relationships, including collecting bids, processing invoices, and ensuring compliance with contract terms.
  • Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress, document issues, and report findings to the Project Development Manager.
  • Maintain accurate project documentation, including contracts, permits, submittals, and RFIs, ensuring compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Assist in obtaining necessary permits, licenses, and approvals for construction and store operations.
  • Prepare reports, presentations, and updates for senior management on project status and performance metrics.
  • Act as a point of contact for internal teams and external partners, facilitating communication to resolve issues and keep projects on track.
  • Support the alignment of store designs and layouts with brand standards and customer experience goals.
  • Collaborate with the marketing and operations teams to ensure seamless store openings and transitions.
  • Assist in monitoring project budgets, tracking expenses, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
  • Provide administrative support for project-related tasks, such as scheduling meetings, organizing site visits, and managing project files.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Management/ Marketing / Communication, Interior Design / Architecture/Construction Management / Civil Engineering/Real Estate / Geography or a related field.
  • 1-3 years of experience in project coordination, retail development, or a related field, preferably in a multi-store retail environment.
  • Experience supporting large-scale projects, such as store openings or construction, is a plus.
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effecti
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