About Valiram
Valiram is a retail company founded in 1935. The company has expanded to become a global retail industry with 520+ locations in 10 different countries. By 2027, we will be more than doubling our size to 1200, with an expected 5,500+ employees under Valiram Group. Learn more about us at www.valiram.com
Valiram Brands:
- Beauty (Victoria’s Secret, Bath & Body Works, Rituals, Molton Brown)
- Fashion (Michael Kors, Steve Madden, Tory Burch, Chloe, MLB Korea, Giuseppe Zanotti, Charles & Keith, Pedro etc)
- Accessories (Swarovski, Mont Blanc)
- Travel Retail (Hermes, Bvlgari, The Flying Emporium, Coach, Polo Ralph Lauren, Lacoste, Beaute Love, Ion Gizmos, Candy Party, Wear + When, Tumi)
- F&B (Bacha Coffee, Quivo, Godiva, TWG Tea, Laderach, Candy Party)
- Watches (Swiss Watch Gallery, Tudor, Rolex, Cartier, Tissot, Zenith, Bell & Ross, Breitling, Blancpain, Omega)
About the Role
Join us as a Senior Designer and unleash your creativity to craft innovative retail design solutions that captivate and inspire! In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of design excellence, delivering construction-savvy solutions that transform the way we bring retail spaces to life. If you’re passionate about innovative design and retail, this opportunity is tailor-made for you!
Key Responsibility Areas:
Project/ Practice Management
- Collaborate with estimate and purchase in the up-front set up of projects to ensure cost savings and the best contractor for the job.
- Formulate and develop contract terms with contractors.
- Ensure the implementation and compliance of policies and procedures on projects.
- Attend and participate in meetings with contractors and project members.
- Plan and schedule project timeliness.
- Facilitate the definition of project scope, goals and deliverables.
- Develop full scale project plans.
- Manage project budget and resource allocation.
- Present reports defining project progress, problems and solutions.
- Implement and manage project changes and interventions to achieve project outputs.
- Project evaluation and assessment of results.
Maintenance
- Supervise maintenance issues when they require attention and exceed the capabilities of the operational level to handle effectively.
Project Accounting
- Manage project resource allocation.
- Consolidate expenses that took place for each project.
- Address and resolve all billing issues.
Effective Communication Throughout The Team
- Effectively communicate all relevant retail project information to superiors and team.
- Maintain effective working relationship with all suppliers, vendors, contractors and principals to ensure successful project completion.
Supervise The Internal Operations
- Constantly monitor and report progress, problems and solutions.
- Lend expertise to internal teams and task forces.
- Enforce standard policies and procedures.
Technical Understanding
- Evaluate and redesign retail project offerings in consultation with superiors.
- Understand the implications of different technical choices and is able to guide internal decision to the best solution for the specific situation.
Provide Leadership
- Able to influence and lead.
- Able to delegate.
- Improve staff morale leading to positive and dynamic working attitude and environment.
- Maintain general and acceptable staff working conditions.
Other Duties
- Perform other related functions as instructed or delegated by immediate supervisor or Management from time to time.
- Staff to conduct themselves in a proper and professional manner in compliance with the Code of Business Conduct.
Key Requirements:
- Minimum a Degree in Interior Architecture, Architecture, Interior Design or relevant discipline.
- Possess minimum 10 years of experience in retail fit-out.
- Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously, from concept to completion.
- Effective communication skills.
- Able to build and maintain good rapport with staff, government bodies and vendors.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Pleasant personality.
- Proficient in Computer skills and Microsoft Office applications like Excel and Project.
- Able to adhere to tight deadlines and work under pressure.
- Sound financial awareness.
- Strong decision making and problem solving skills.
- Strong understanding of construction means and methods.
Why work for us?
We’re more than just a job; we’re a place where you can develop your skills, collaborate with a fantastic team, and have fun along the way! Here’s why you’ll love working with us:
- Level Up Your Career:
- Upskill at Your Pace: Our comprehensive online training platform offers courses in communication, leadership, Excel, and more – investing in your growth.
- Proven Development Track: Last year alone, we conducted 150 trainings and empowered 65% employees to develop their skills and competencies, paving the journey to career growth and advancement.
- Fun & Vibrant Workplace:
- Engaged & Connected: We host numerous employee engagement activities like V-Club to build connections and a strong sense of community.
- Celebrate Together: We value cultural traditions and celebrate major national festivals with the whole team!
- Express Yourself: Enjoy the freedom of a fashionable dress code.
- At our HQ Office you can enjoy:
- Convenient & Delicious: Enjoy the perk of an in-house cafe serving delicious meals at subsidized prices, so you can fuel your day without breaking the bank.
- Effortless Travel: Our office is conveniently located within a 10-minute walk from public transportation, making your commute a breeze.
- Parking Made Easy: Need to drive? No worries! We offer ample parking in nearby locations.
- Rewarding Benefits:
- Shop Like an Insider: Employees can enjoy staff purchase discounts up to 30% for all the brands we cover, as well as friends & family sale annually.
- Life Balance & Support: We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Birthday Leave, Hospitalization Leave, Study Leave, Calamity Leave, Compassionate Leave, Maternity/Paternity Leave, and Marriage Leave, to support you throughout life’s stages.