Retail Store Opening Project Checklist Template
Ensure a flawless grand opening! Our Retail Store Opening Project Checklist Template guides you through every crucial step - from site selection and lease negotiation to inventory setup and staff training - minimizing stress and maximizing success for your new retail venture.
This Template was installed 2 times.
Site Selection & Lease Negotiation
Tasks related to finding and securing the retail location.
Potential Site Address
Estimated Foot Traffic (Daily)
Square Footage of Site
Zoning Compliance
Lease Expiration Date
Summary of Lease Terms
Landlord Approval Status
Design & Buildout
Activities concerning store design, construction, and renovation.
Store Design Concept Description
Store Layout Plan
Square Footage of Store
Flooring Type
Start Date for Buildout
Number of Interior Walls
Detailed Finishes Schedule (Paint colors, tile selections etc.)
Permitting & Legal
Ensuring all necessary permits, licenses, and legal compliance are secured.
Business License Type
Specify Other License Type (if applicable)
License Application Date
License Application Fee Paid (USD)
Copy of Business License
Zoning Compliance Confirmed?
Details Regarding Zoning Compliance (if applicable)
Legal Review Signature
Inventory & Ordering
Planning and executing the procurement of initial merchandise.
Initial Order Quantity - Core Products
Initial Order Quantity - Seasonal Items
Supplier for Core Products
Supplier for Seasonal Items
Order Placement Date - Core Products
Order Placement Date - Seasonal Items
Estimated Delivery Lead Time (Days)
Notes on Initial Order (e.g., specific requests, color preferences)
Fixtures, Equipment & Technology
Installation and setup of shelves, displays, POS systems, and other essential equipment.
Number of Shelving Units
Number of Display Cases
POS System Vendor
POS System Installation Date
Fixture Layout Plan
Security System Type
Number of Security Cameras
Staffing & Training
Recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and training of store personnel.
Number of Employees to Hire
Initial Training Program Type
Training Program Start Date
Daily Training Shift Start Time
Training Modules Required (select all that apply)
Training Program Outline
Employee Handbook (for review)
Training Evaluation Method
Marketing & Pre-Launch Promotion
Activities to generate awareness and excitement before the store's opening.
Social Media Ad Spend
First Social Media Post Date
Marketing Channels Used
Press Release Draft
Promotional Flyer Design
Influencer Outreach Status
Grand Opening Announcement Date
Grand Opening Execution
Tasks for the successful launch day and initial weeks.
Grand Opening Date
Grand Opening Start Time
Estimated Guest Count
Marketing Activities for Launch Day
Grand Opening Day Script/Run of Show
Grand Opening Promotional Materials (Flyers, Banners)
Signature Confirmation - Grand Opening Execution
Post-Opening Operations
Ongoing tasks related to daily store operations and performance monitoring.
Daily Sales Revenue
Customer Count
Weekly Inventory Audit Date
Daily Closing Procedures Completion Time
Top 3 Customer Complaints (Weekly)
Notes on Customer Feedback & Areas for Improvement
Overall Store Performance (Weekly)
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