Our client, a natural skincare brand based in Los Angeles, is looking for a Director of Visual Merchandising & Retail Design to join their team for a 6 month contract.
Responsibilities:
Be the ‘gatekeeper’ to ensure all brand standards are expressed consistently in all retail formats in global markets – self-assisted concepts and FSS locations
Be an expert design innovator and conceptual thinker
Partner closely with internal and external teams to oversee the design and development of all aspects of VM and retail design including store/shop layouts, fixture design, merchandising, displays, lighting, furniture, materials and planograms
Evolve concepts through design development as required for management approvals
Partner with the Creative and Marketing teams to effectively implement new selling strategies
Maintain awareness of retail environment – with a focus on the beauty marketplace and competitive brands
Maintain awareness and knowledge of digital technologies and integration into the retail space
Vendor management with day-to-day coordination, gathering costs for approvals may be required
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required, focus on graphic design, VM, interior design or architecture
7 years of design experience ideally retail or hospitality
Stellar design aptitude and conceptual thinking required
Experience with managing processes to develop clear and concise design solutions aligned with business strategies
Strong project management aptitude required to manage multiple projects in partnership with global affiliates and zone teams to meet market demands
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work with multiple business partners and cross-functional teams
Demonstrates creative abilities, sketching, conceptual rendering, and space planning
Strong working knowledge of basic fixture and cabinet construction detailing and methods
Good awareness of design/industry trends/new concepts/materials/innovations and the aptitude to translate these ideas
Good understanding of general building codes, ADA codes and interior standards
Comprehensive working knowledge of AutoCAD & SketchUp with VRAY
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Word, Outlook, Excel)
Expert Communication/Presentation skills
CAD experience is essential – creating and modifying layouts and drawings on a daily basis.
3D software experience is key- e.g Sketchup with VRAY is our standard platform.
Expert proficiency reviewing VM, architectural, construction and fixture/millwork shop drawings
Knowledge of material costs, construction trades, process that affect and impact design
Knowledge of sustainable design methodologies and materials is a plus
If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.
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Opportunity Awaits.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Design and Art/Creative
Industries
Architecture and Planning and Retail Health and Personal Care Products
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