Manager of New Store Projects at Dick's Sporting Goods in Remote

Manager of New Store Projects Location: Remote - US At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams.  We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve. If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today! OVERVIEW: Job Duties & Responsibilities Project Execution The New Store Project Manager serves as the central project leader, guiding all scheduled assignments, ensuring clarity, alignment, and driving consistent communication across the project lifecycle. They oversee strategic planning and communication for the project through milestone definition, key decision points, and budget expectations, while fostering strong, collaborative relationships with store teams, FVMs, SIM partners, and RMDs. The NSPM provides operational direction for merchandise flow, ensuring a seamless movement of product into (and when needed, out of) the old location. They partner closely with the FVM to align on Bronze training plans for visual merchandising and ensure stores are prepared for execution. Through partnership with RMD and SIM teams, the NSPM surfaces regional insights and business opportunities, influencing decisions that strengthen market performance. They also work with the FVM to optimize fixture harvest strategies that elevate visual presentation across nearby stores within the district. Acting as the connective point for all project stakeholders, the NSPM ensures cross functional teams are aligned, prepared, and positioned to deliver an elevated experience for new and/or returning athletes as new concepts launch. The NSPM collaborates with training and store communication teams to shape strategies and content for NSLW and new initiative kickoff moments, ensuring teams are informed, equipped, and engaged ahead of key launches. Maximize productivity and profitability: The New Store Project Manager shapes the strategic approach for new store openings by aligning visual calendars, key milestones, and cross functional expectations across all concepts. They collaborate with DMs, FVMs, and RMDs to ensure transitions support both operational readiness and a strong athlete experience, proactively identifying opportunities where partnership and timing enhance overall outcomes. When applicable, NSPMS should work with NSG&R leaders to identify and elevate recurring failure points that impact timelines, inventory flow friction, labor readiness gaps, tech readiness, and communication breakdowns to positively impact future projects through process optimization. They cultivate the right visual and space planning relationships to ensure each opening reflects the most current brand strategies and positions the store for long term success. Travel is planned within company guidelines and in market presence is influenced by a focus on elevating store performance, identifying BSC opportunities, and strengthening collaboration. Through ongoing dialogue with DMs and SMs, they surface additional ways to influence execution and enhance results when time allows. Business analysis ​ Analyze the business and the metrics to identify potential drivers that we can capitalize on improve presentations and drive incremental sales. Work with purchasing routinely to identify issues with new store fixture packages, equipment delivered or gaps in what’s delivered. Assess items where the quantity is too large on initial shipments and work through the balance of the team look for common items that could be eliminated from the purchase order or deemphasized. Teaching and training: The NSPM plays a key role in recognizing emerging NSPM talent and ensuring those insights are shared with the Sr. NSPM as part of a consistent, forward looking development conversation. The identification and development of these teammates will provide a bench system that can be leveraged to support upcoming initiatives. Throughout the opening process, the NSPM fosters a learning environment that helps teams understand operational expectations and processes, creating alignment and confidence ahead of launch. They partner with Field & cross-functional leaders to shape the vision, clarify expectations, and ensure teams feel supported throughout the transition. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree 5-7 years of experience Excellent time management skills Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment Requires 80% travel (38-41 weeks of travel throughout the year) #LI-RM VIRTUAL REQUIREMENTS: At DICK’S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments. To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please note the following: Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews. AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidateduring any part of the interview process. Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification. If you have any questions or need accommodations, we’re here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone! Targeted Pay Range: $83,000.00 - $138,200.00. This is part of a competitive total rewards package that could include other components such as: incentive, equity and benefits. Individual pay is determined by a number of factors including experience, location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. We review all teammate pay regularly to ensure competitive and equitable pay.DICK'S Sporting Goods complies with all state paid leave requirements. We also offer a generous suite of benefits. To learn more, visit www.benefityourliferesources.com.