Store Design & Development Lead

EPS Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

EPS Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Store Design Manager to lead concept development, space planning, and design coordination for new stores, relocations, and refurbishments. You will drive design governance, standards, and documentation while mentoring the design team and collaborating with Operations, Leasing, Procurement and Project Management to align design with commercial goals.

A strong eye for detail, stakeholder management, and the ability to translate brand elements into build-ready

Qualifications

• Review, verify, and acknowledge all design drawings, specifications, and technical documents submitted by appointed interior designers, architects, and consultants.
• Ensure all drawings are complete, coordinated, buildable, and compliant with company standards before issuance for construction.
• Identify design inconsistencies, technical conflicts, and operational issues, and provide clear direction for revisions.
• Approve design packages at each project milestone prior to implementation.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the company's Store Design Guidelines, detailing design standards, material specifications, fixture requirements, lighting standards, signage, accessibility, and brand elements.
• Establish standard drawing templates, detailing requirements, and documentation procedures for all appointed design consultants.
• Ensure all interior designers consistently adhere to the company's design manual and brand standards across all store formats.
• Conduct regular reviews and update design standards based on operational feedback, new concepts, and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead concept development, space planning, and design coordination for new stores, renovations, relocations, and refurbishments.
• Coordinate closely with Operations, Visual Merchandising, Leasing, Procurement, Facilities, and Project Management teams to ensure design solutions meet both commercial and operational objectives.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to appointed consultants throughout the design process.
• Conduct design review meetings with consultants and stakeholders.
• Perform site inspections during construction to ensure works are executed according to approved drawings and specifications.
• Review and approve material samples, mock-ups, shop drawings, and design changes before implementation.
• Resolve technical design issues arising during construction and recommend practical solutions.

Skills

Design governance

Quality reviews

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Mentoring

Store design concepts

Coordination

Construction detailing

Job description

EPS Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Store Design Manager to lead concept development, space planning, and design coordination for new stores, relocations, and refurbishments. You will drive design governance, standards, and documentation while mentoring the design team and collaborating with Operations, Leasing, Procurement and Project Management to align design with commercial goals.

A strong eye for detail, stakeholder management, and the ability to translate brand elements into build-ready