Design Manager

Independent Food Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food and beverage industry is seeking a Design Leader to manage a team of designers. This role entails driving the design vision, ensuring quality and timeliness, and coordinating with project stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Interior Design or Architecture and experience in a design studio.

Qualifications

• F&B or Design Studio Experience is a must.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive design vision aligned with project and company goals.
• Lead and inspire a team of designers.
• Oversee design quality, timelines, and deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Interior Design, Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

3D Rendering Software

MS Office

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive design vision aligned with project and company goals

• Lead and inspire a team of designers

• Oversee design quality, timelines, and deliverables

• Coordinate with stakeholders and project managers

• Enforce brand identity and design guidelines

• Optimize workflows using agile or design sprint methodologies

• Manage resources, tools, and departmental budgets

Requirements:

• F&B or Design Studio Experience is a must.

• Bachelor's or Master’s in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field

• Proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, 3D Rendering Software, and MS Office

• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills