Maintain detailed project tracking systems and dashboards to monitor status of multiple store openings simultaneously, identifying potential delays and escalating issues proactively
Collaborate with Real Estate, Construction, and Operations teams to gather required documentation and ensure all licensing prerequisites are met before store launch dates
Conduct research on local, state, and federal licensing requirements for new markets and jurisdictions, documenting specific requirements and timelines for each location
Prepare and submit licensing applications to appropriate governmental agencies, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all required documentation and supporting materials
Communicate regularly with external licensing authorities, following up on application status and resolving any questions or deficiencies that arise during the review process
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and checklists for licensing processes to ensure consistency and efficiency across all new store projects
Analyze licensing timelines and identify process improvement opportunities to reduce time-to-open and eliminate bottlenecks in the approval process
Support budget tracking for licensing fees and related expenses, reconciling invoices and maintaining accurate financial records for each project
Prepare status reports and presentations for project management and senior leadership, highlighting progress, risks, and key metrics across the store opening pipeline
Maintain organized filing systems for all licensing documentation, ensuring compliance with record retention policies and enabling easy retrieval for audits or renewals
Assist with special projects related to licensing strategy, process optimization, and system implementations as assigned by project management
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION: Business Administration, Project Management, Accounting, Business Analytics, Compliance, or related field.
YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE: 2+ years
YEARS OF MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE: NA
CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES: N/A
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Strong organizational and project coordination skills with ability to manage multiple store opening projects across various stages of completion
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to interact professionally with government officials, internal stakeholders, and external partners
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking and reporting, including pivot tables, formulas, and data visualization
Detail-oriented approach with strong analytical skills to review complex licensing requirements and identify potential compliance issues
Ability to research and interpret regulatory requirements, ordinances, and licensing codes across multiple jurisdictions
Experience with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or similar platforms
Strong problem-solving skills with ability to identify obstacles and develop creative solutions to keep projects on track
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while knowing when to escalate issues to project management
Excellent time management skills with ability to prioritize competing demands and adapt to changing project timelines
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build collaborative relationships across cross-functional teams
Understanding of retail operations and store opening processes preferred
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive business information with discretion
Understanding of budgeting, invoice reconciliation, expense tracking, and financial reporting principles preferred.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the individuals assigned to this job. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to amend and change the duties and responsibilities of this job to meet business and organizational needs, as necessary.
If an hourly or salary range is included in this ad it represents the range 7-Eleven in good faith believes is the range of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. The Company may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in this state. This range may be modified in the future. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, long-term incentive compensation, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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