General Manager

**Project Management**

Lead and manage design projects from concept to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
Oversee new store openings, renovations, and refurbishments, ensuring alignment with the brand’s aesthetic and standards.
Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets, coordinating with internal teams and external contractors to execute projects seamlessly.

**Store Design and Layout**

Collaborate with architects, designers, and visual merchandising teams to create store layouts that enhance customer flow, maximize sales, and reflect the brand’s identity.
Ensure that store designs are functional, visually appealing, and in line with the brand’s image and customer experience expectations.
Ensure that store interiors, fixtures, and fittings are consistent across all locations, maintaining brand uniformity.

**Coordination and Communication**

Act as the main point of contact between internal stakeholders (visual merchandising, retail operations, marketing) and external contractors (architects, engineers, suppliers) to ensure smooth project execution.
Manage relationships with landlords, developers, and local authorities for necessary permits, lease agreements, and approvals.
Ensure that all projects comply with local regulations, safety standards, and building codes.

**Visual Merchandising and Branding**

Work closely with the visual merchandising team to ensure that store design enhances product presentation and merchandising strategies.
Maintain the brand’s visual identity in all store designs, ensuring a seamless customer experience that reflects luxury and exclusivity.
Implement seasonal design updates in collaboration with the visual merchandising and marketing teams.

**Location Scouting and Site Analysis**

Conduct site visits and assess new locations for potential store openings, relocations, or renovations, providing insights on feasibility, space planning, and design execution.
Analyze location demographics and customer traffic flow to optimize store layout and customer experience.

**Budgeting and Cost Control**

Develop and manage budgets for all store design projects, ensuring cost-effective solutions without compromising quality or brand standards.
dentify opportunities to optimize resources, reduce costs, and negotiate contracts with suppliers and contractors.

**Quality Control and Post-Project Review**

Ensure the quality of materials, finishes, and craftsmanship meet luxury standards.
Conduct post-project evaluations to ensure that stores meet functional, aesthetic, and operational expectations.

**Refurbishment and Maintenance**

Lead refurbishment and renovation efforts for existing stores, ensuring mínimal disruption to store operations and customer experience.
Develop a maintenance schedule for store fixtures and interiors to ensure long-term durability and brand consistency.

**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- 6+ years of experience in visual merchandising design and project management, preferably within the retail industry.
- Strong project management skills, with experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Expertise in store layout design, visual merchandising, and brand identity.
- Experience with store openings, relocations, refurbishments, and renovations.
- Proficient in design software (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite) and project management tools.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills for liaising with contractors, suppliers, and internal teams.Knowledge of building regulations, safety standards, and retail compliance.
- **Employer questions**
- What's your expected monthly basic salary?
How many years' experience do you have as an Experiential Store Designer?
- How many years of project management experience do you have?