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Senior Store Design Manager
We are looking for a Senior Store Design Manager to lead and manage the expansion of Sephora stores in SEA.
You will be responsible for the adaptation and execution of Design guidelines and the owner of Sephora’s image in the region.
You will manage several projects simultaneously, from concept phase to delivery, while leading a team of store designers.
You will play a key role in driving impactful collaboration across cross-functional teams, ensuring we achieve outstanding results through synergy and efficiency.
The role reports directly to the SEA Retail Director, with a dotted line reporting to the Design Director for all creative related matters.
DESIGN AND CREATION
Serve as the brand advocate in managing the store concepts roll-out plan in SEA.
Adapt to formats, from standard to flagship storesCapture the market’s specificities to provide a local adaptation while adhering to global guidelinesParticipate in any prospective / global reflection or project in relationship with the store design evolution and/or best practices adaptationUpdate design guidelines when needed and ensure clear communication and efficient executionManage and optimize the Design process: from brief to completion while providing all the required documents such as Layout, 3Ds, Schematic DesignInitiate, follow up and check all the deliverables, control and optimize any design solutionEnsure alignment with LVMH’s recommendations on sustainability and energy savingSYNERGY
Work closely with cross functional teams to ensure the best execution within timeline and budgetEnsure smooth and efficient collaboration with the Construction teams on areas such as creative and technical support, store visits, construction follow up, snag listManage new Stores or Renovation opening planningEnsure clear communication and regular exchanges with SEA stakeholders to keep them updated and collect their feedback and/or requests.Work closely with the Fixture Design Department to ensure any fixture evolution is integrated into the store design execution.Communicate locally, regionally and globally to bring visibility on the activity in the SEA region.PEOPLE
Lead and manage the SEA Store Design Team including Store Designers, External Design Agencies and / or suppliers.Assess, develop, recruit and motivate the Store Design team to deliver outstanding resultsDefine team priorities and responsibilitiesQUALIFICATIONS
10+ years of experience in Retail Design / Retail agencies or Corporate in house / Beauty brand would be preferredTrack record of successfully managing concurrent, fast-moving initiativesEffective team player across diverse disciplines and culturesExcellent communication skills with cultural diversitiesCreative and pro-active with a deep sense of details, technical solutions and innovationProficient in CAD / 3D / photoshop / sketch up / hand drawingTravelling is required for the roleHere, you will find:
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