Kendra Scott: Who We Are
Kendra Scott is a specialty retailer and wholesaler of fashion jewelry and related accessories which was
founded in 2002, by our CEO, Kendra Scott.
We are a fun, talented team dedicated to providing our customers and community with a gorgeous
product. Family, fashion and philanthropy are at the core of our company and though we move at a very
fast pace, we are committed to maintaining a family-oriented work environment and giving back to our
community. A passion for great design, dedication to innovation and a strong social media presence are
our building blocks for creating a unique and engaging lifestyle brand across all channels, including retail
stores, wholesale accounts and e-commerce. Our headquarters are located in the heart of Austin, Texas,
and we embrace the unique vibe and energy of our hometown as an inspiration for our brand and
company culture.
Kendra Scott is a multi-channel retailer/wholesaler with fourteen retail stores nationally, an e-commerce
business on www.kendrascott.com, and a wholesale business comprised of over 500+ specialty and major
accounts, including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and Bloomingdales.
The company is experiencing a high growth phase with plans for significant expansion of its’ company
owned and operated store-line operations. The company will operate seventeen retail locations by the
end of 2014 with current plans for fifteen+ new stores in 2015 and accelerated rollouts for 2016 and
beyond.
OPEN POSITION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Development Project Manager
 Development Project Manager is a member of the New Store Development team and reports
directly to the Director of Development. This position will require a comprehensive
understanding of an entire new store development process from initial site surveys to the
execution and delivery of a new store.
 This position will support the company with delivering a high quality in-store customer
experience through the effective execution of the company’s New Store Design Package (nonmerchandising) and Project Tracking Process (from site selection to opening).
 This is a Full Time, Salaried, Exempt position.
Qualifications
 A minimum of 3-5 years of design, architecture, engineering and/or construction project
management for a retail or related organization.
 The ability to effectively read and interpret architectural and related documents.
 A proven track record of managing the store build out process from conceptualization through
opening.
 A proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
 The ability to develop continued organizational improvements within key areas to achieve cost
savings, increased efficiencies and effective time management.
 Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with key, internal, cross-functional
partners.
 Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with key vendors.
 Develop, motivate and manage human resources (internal and external).
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Technology skills including the use of CAD, Photoshop, PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Project
Management Software.
Highly organized individual with excellent follow up skills.
Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
Role and Responsibilities
The job Role and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Real Estate:
 Work closely with the company’s Real Estate Development team from site selection, to lease
execution, to store opening.
 Facilitate with the effective management of the Real Estate Project Tracking system.
 Assist in the management of the Lease process, including, but not limited to: LOD Review, LOI
Review, Delivery requirements and miscellaneous LL Documents such as Construction
Requirements/Guidelines, TDP and Sign Criteria.
 Manage Real Estate critical dates and information with the company’s Design and Architecture
team.
 Manage key relationships with LL Contacts, in particular LL Project/Property Managers and
Tenant Coordinators.
Store Design and Construction:
 Manage new store design throughout the key phases of the design process, from Preliminary
Schematics to Final Construction Documents.
 Manage the achievement of design approvals with select Executive Team members, including the
company’s CEO, COO, and Vice President of Product Development.
 Manage the achievement of LL required design approvals.
 Manage the achievement of local jurisdiction/city permitting and ADA requirements.
 Act as a cross-functional project lead, working closely with Real Estate, IT, Merchandising,
Marketing, Design, Accounting, Store Operations and Supply Chain regarding new stores.
 Manage and facilitate the development and execution of company brand standards in the new
store development process. Brand standards include, but are not limited to: Execution of
standards for Logo and Branding treatments, FF&E, Merchandising (non-product) and Other Key
Store Build Out Visual Presentations.
 Manage and facilitate the company’s key vendors involved in new store design. These include,
but are not limited to: Real Estate, Design, Architecture, Engineering (MEP and Structural),
General Contracting, Procurement, Millwork, Signage and Miscellaneous Visual Presentation.
 Manage and develop new store forecasts, budgets and final roll-up on individual new store costs
(not including inventory and HR).
 Manage the development and final approvals of Key Vendor Packages (Millwork Shop Drawings,
Exterior Storefront Designs and Sign Packages and Miscellaneous Vendor provided Art Books and
Renderings).
 Manage the overall construction process from LL Delivery, to Construction Start, to Delivery and
Store Set Up.
 Develop and manage the overall Construction Project Schedule for each new store project.
Vendor Sourcing:
 Assist in sourcing and development of vendors as required to support all Development
requirements present and future.
Facilities:
 Assist the Facilities Lead with the New Store Warranty process post-construction.
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Work closely with the company’s Facilities Lead to manage the resolution of facilities related
issues on an ongoing basis.
Manage the development and execution of a companywide Facilities Management program.
Manage the company’s key external vendors for facilities management support companywide.
This includes all existing and future Stores, the Corporate Office and Distribution Center.
Maintain a schedule of work and develop and manage budgets for maintenance.
Research and develop opportunities to improve quality and reduce costs where Facilities
Maintenance is concerned.
Assist in developing and managing new and existing store packages and maintain the calendar of
procurement for all retail (not including inventory) and non-retail (visual merchandising and
supply products) in our store packages.
Manage Supply Replenishment for Stores.
Act as the key communications lead for all business channels for Facilities Management.
WORK LOCATION
 This position is located in the Austin, TX corporate office.
 Department hours are as set by the department manager.
 The position requires frequent travel.
 The position may require evening, weekend and overtime hours during peak periods and as
the new store calendar dictates.