Store Design Planning Brand Architect

Store Design & Planning

• Convert retail design concept into refined architectural layouts ensuring adherence to technical requirements across all sales channels,
• Master spatial planning principles, zoning definition, and architectural standards to ensure consistent and adaptable execution across diverse regions.
• Proven ability in creating and validating construction details, workflow management, budget and timeline coordination with local Store Planning teams,
• Responsible for tracking and maintaining up-to-date design and budget documentation throughout the entire project duration,
• Demonstrated communications skills for effective collaboration with external stakeholders, business partners, contractors, and operational teams

• Capable in connecting design decisions directly to brand identity, business objectives, and operational impact,
• Demonstrated proactive problem-solving attitude, breaking down complex challenges into clear frameworks and defining concrete actions
• End to End accountability: demonstrated experience in taking complete responsibility for ensuring architectural quality from the initial concept phase through to final implementation,
• Able to offer operational support to ensure excellence in every execution and opening,
• Able to identify and develop cross-functional projects for department improvement and optimization.

• Lead research into new materials, trends, and innovative ideas, supporting the team in refining and perfecting brand design codes,
• Proven ability to translate innovative design concepts into practical, buildable architectural solutions,
• Proven experience in developing design and technical guidelines.

• Degree in Architecture or Interior Design
• At least 5 years of experience in Retail Design, high-end Retail Architecture, Spatial design across multiple formats and regions highly appreciated
• Strong design and creative skills, Up To Date  with latest trends with an eye on innovation in the sector
• Passionate about design, art, broader cultural aspects
• Expert in lighting and illumination design.
• Detail oriented with strong sense of aesthetics
• Highly flexible and able to work both independently and in team
• Able to react promptly and efficiently to project design adjustments due to site conditions, budget or timeline reasons
• Able to effectively prioritize and work under pressure in a fast pace environment
• Proficiency in Auto CAD, 3D software, MS Excel software and Adobe Creative package
• Excellent organization
• Languages:
  
  English mandatory, French a plus