Retail Project Specialist

Company Description

Be part of a community of authentic, proud and trusted people
At UAP, we believe we don’t just deliver car and heavy vehicle parts all around the country; we also help keep Canadians moving forward. This makes for a special kind of workplace. We have the experience and strength of our 100-year legacy and the desire to always do better for our team members and clients. Our 5000 colleagues proudly serve thousands of customers every day across Canada.

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Job Description

Reporting to the Retail experience manager, you will be responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of NAPA store projects across Canada, including new store openings and renovations of existing showrooms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and manage project budgets (CAPEX), ensuring expense tracking and invoice processing.
• Plan and coordinate all project phases with internal teams (Operations, Marketing, Logistics) and external partners.
• Oversee project timelines and supplier delivery coordination to ensure efficient execution aligned with company standards.
• Develop store layout plans (AutoCAD) and coordinate product allocation and planograms with Retail teams.
• Negotiate and coordinate external labor and vendors (store fixtures, signage, exterior branding).
• Plan and execute store conversion (changeover) projects, including securing municipal permits and ensuring compliance with local regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 3 to 6 years of experience in complex project management, ideally within a retail or commercial construction environment.
• Experience managing construction projects and obtaining municipal permits (asset).
• Strong proficiency in MS 365 and basic knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both French and English. You will regularly collaborate with internal and external partners across Canada.
• PMP certification (asset).

Additional Information

UAP is a diverse community that promotes inclusion and respect. The sum of our individual differences, experiences, knowledge, self-expression, unique capabilities and talents represents the richness of our culture. UAP is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, visible minorities and people with disabilities. By valuing a diverse workforce, we ensure that our hiring practices are fair and equitable.