Head of Retail Design

Guarantee accurate, qualitative brand image through all new store openings in UK and Ireland according to company and corporate guidelines.

Contribute to the development of the Dior image in UK and Ireland through the creation, design and build of counters.

Ensure the integrity of all the institutional brand requirements across the Fragrance, Make Up and Skincare.,

• Take responsibility from conception to implementation of new counter builds or refurbishments


• Produce a creative point of sale design in accordance with the merchandising charter for flagship and A store counters in order to optimize brand visibility


• Challenge and negotiate where necessary the store terms and conditions to ensure brand image is not compromised


• Liaise with central Merchandising in Paris, the store and the suppliers to meet project deadlines and brand expectations


• Be responsible for the designs and scale models of any new counter build. These to be validated by Central Merchandising


• Provide project plans, technical specifications and designs to the international purchaser to obtain costings


• Work with local suppliers ahead of installations to ensure accurate application of designs, technical specifications and highest possible quality production. Once installations are complete, review the quality and processes giving feedback to suppliers as necessary.


• Manage 2 Retail Designers (one in charge of FS and A stores, one in charge of B and C store counters and the non-consultant division builds).


Promotions and Events


• Assist with the development of the Dior image via event and promotion sites. Work with the Promotions and Events Merchandiser to assist with conception of major design of promotional / event sites in Department Stores.


• Prepare relevant plans and 3D for the Promotions & Events Merchandiser.


• Assist the counter VM manager when needed with counter plans and soft merch coordination.
  
  Profile


12 years minimum in a store design role

Architectural background or designer with retail application

Good relationship builder

Experience in management

Knowledge of the cosmetic market an asset but not essential (competitors, agents, retailers…)

Knowledge of French language an advantage but not essential

Key Competencies

Strong sense of Design and planning

High levels of creativity and aesthetic sense

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Ability to understand and defend the brand DNA

Knowledge of distribution channels and of all aspects linked to Merchandising in this environment

Customer Service Focused

Ability to manage priorities for self and team.

Result orientated

Team player

Technical Skills

Architectural / design specialist

Software packages: Autocadds, Archicad, 3D software, Microsoft office packages

Excellent working knowledge of furniture and materials for counter builds

Knowledge of UK based suppliers

Budget management