Design Operations Head - BOM/BLR

Anika Industries; Gurugram District; In loco; INR 1.800.000 - 3.200.000; Tempo pieno

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Anika Industries in Gurugram, India, seeks a senior interior design leader to helm the studio with a clear design vision and standards across high-end residential and commercial projects. You will drive concept development, lead client conversations, and ensure delivery from concept to execution.

You will mentor designers, manage multiple projects, and coordinate with vendors and PMs, upholding sustainability and FF&E guidelines throughout the studio.

Competenze

• 10–15+ years of interior design experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Proven track record in high-end residential and commercial projects.
• Strong portfolio showing conceptual strength and executed projects.
• Experience mentoring design teams.
• Deep knowledge of materials, finishes, FF&E.

Mansioni

• Define and uphold design philosophy, aesthetics, and standards.
• Lead concept development for marquee projects.
• Review and approve deliverables from concept to execution.
• Engage clients and translate briefs into design narratives.
• Mentor and develop studio team.
• Oversee design delivery across multiple projects and coordinate with PMs.
• Ensure design intent through documentation and installation.
• Maintain design guidelines, templates, and best practices.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Conceptual design

Client presentations

Team mentoring

Materials & FF&E

Strumenti

FF&E coordination

Vendor coordination

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Key Responsibilities

Creative Leadership & Design Vision

• Define and uphold the firms overall design philosophy, aesthetic, and standards
  
• Lead concept development for key projects and marquee clients
  
• Review and approve design deliverables across all stages (concept to execution)
  
• Ensure consistency, innovation, and high-quality design outcomes
  

Client Engagement & Business Partnership

• Act as a senior design representative in client presentations and key meetings
  
• Translate client briefs into compelling design narratives and solutions
  
• Build long-term client relationships and support business development efforts
  
• Collaborate with leadership on pitches, proposals, and design strategy
  

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Lead, mentor, and inspire the design team (interior designers, junior designers, stylists)
  
• Guide skill development, performance reviews, and career growth
  
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing, and creative studio culture
  

Project Oversight & Delivery

• Oversee design delivery across multiple projects simultaneously
  
• Partner with Project Managers to manage timelines, scope, and resourcing
  
• Ensure design intent is maintained through documentation, site coordination, and execution
  
• Resolve design challenges during construction and installation phases
  

Design Quality & Standards

• Establish and maintain design guidelines, templates, and best practices
  
• Oversee material selection, FF&E standards, and vendor coordination
  
• Ensure compliance with local codes, regulations, and sustainability standards
  

Studio & Process Management

• Improve design workflows, review processes, and internal collaboration
  
• Support studio planning, resourcing, and utilization with leadership
  
• Contribute to continuous improvement of tools, libraries, and design systems
  

Required Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of experience in interior design, with leadership responsibility
  
• Proven track record leading high-end residential, commercial projects
  
• Strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual strength and executed projects
  
• Experience managing and mentoring design teams
  
• Deep knowledge of materials, finishes, FF&E