Store Design Manager

Augustinus Bader; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury beauty company seeks a Director of Human Resources to oversee and enhance store design initiatives across various retail formats. The role entails managing multiple projects, leading collaborations with external vendors and ensuring adherence to brand aesthetics in luxury retail environments. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in design or architecture specific to the luxury industry, proficient in design software like AutoCAD. This is a full-time position, emphasizing project management and innovative design solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in store design, architecture or interior design within the luxury beauty, skincare or fashion industries.
• Strong understanding of luxury retail environments and global store rollouts.
• Experience managing external vendors and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of new store concepts and shop-in-shops.
• Oversee the creation of technical drawings and layouts for brand consistency.
• Manage the store design guidelines to ensure consistency across all markets.

Skills

Project management

Collaboration

Design innovation

Luxury retail knowledge

Communication skills

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Director of Human Resources at Augustinus Bader

The Store Design Manager will play an integral part in the development and execution of Augustinus Bader’s global retail environments. This includes permanent store concepts, shop-in-shops, counters and pop-ups across department stores, boutiques and travel retail. This role will report directly to the Director of Store Design & Visual Merchandising and work alongside the Visual Merchandising Manager to ensure a seamless and immersive luxury brand experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of new store concepts and shop-in-shops.
• Oversee the creation of technical drawings, layouts and 3D renderings to ensure brand consistency and premium execution.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams, external agencies and contractors to bring retail design concepts to life.
• Manage the store design guidelines to ensure consistency in execution across all markets and retail formats.
• Oversee the selection of materials, finishes and fixtures to uphold the brand’s luxury aesthetic while ensuring durability and sustainability.
• Conduct site visits and manage installations, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.
• Tender and evaluate global shopfitters comparing quality, cost and capability and build a library of preferred partners to ensure consistent, high-standard execution worldwide.
• Lead project management efforts, overseeing multiple store design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely execution, alignment with business objectives and effective cross-functional coordination.
• Partner with the Visual Merchandising Manager to ensure seamless integration of merchandising strategies within retail designs.
• Ensure all store designs align with local regulations, safety codes and landlord requirements in each market.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and innovations in luxury retail design to continually evolve and elevate the brand’s retail presence.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in store design, architecture or interior design within the luxury beauty, skincare or fashion industries.
• Strong understanding of luxury retail environments, with experience in global store rollouts and retail expansion.
• Expertise in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite or similar design software.
• Experience in managing external vendors, architects and contractors to ensure project execution meets brand and quality standards.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple projects, meet deadlines and manage budgets effectively.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners.
• Passion for design, innovation and storytelling within the luxury retail space.

Seniority Level

• Associate

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Design

Industry

• Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry