Head Of Store Planning

Lagardere Travel Retail Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Singapore is seeking a professional to lead store design and planning initiatives. The role involves collaboration with brand partners, driving sustainability efforts, and managing projects from conception to completion. The ideal candidate will bring strong project management skills and a passion for innovative design, aiming to enhance customer engagement and brand visibility.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Global Store Planning and Innovation Communities.
• Lead store, restaurant, and office designs in line with brand guidelines.
• Drive innovation in store planning and sustainability initiatives.
• Collaborate with landlords and brand partners on tenders and construction.
• Maintain a portfolio of agencies and contractors for project delivery.

Job description

Responsibilities

• Participate and contribute to the Global Store Planning and Innovation Communities.
• Lead store, restaurant, and office designs and adaptations in line with Brand guidelines to deliver the Commercial Vision, including VM, Graphics, and Music direction.
• Drive innovation in store planning, implement circular design and sustainability initiatives.
• Work closely with landlords and brand partners on tenders, design, and construction.
• Maintain a strong portfolio of agencies and contractors; ensure the delivery of quality and efficient projects through the tendering process.
• Ensure all applicable regulations are observed.
• Support Operations and provide frameworks for maintenance and refurbishment concerns; respond to emergencies to minimize disruption.
• Direct Visual Merchandising and enhance presentations through the VM Community supported by the VM guide to maximize store and product visibility.
• Collaborate with the Commercial and Marketing Teams to deliver engaging content and communication in both physical and digital formats to attract customers and increase penetration, conversion, and spending.
• Support profitable and sustainable growth by working closely with Business Development on tenders and M&A targets; provide economical, achievable quotations and compelling concepts and designs.
• Prepare budgets and track costs for each project; create and maintain a centralized Store Planning database (CAPEX, preferred vendors, compliance & regulations, timelines, costs & budgets); enable effective benchmarking to drive improvement.
• Manage projects through their full lifecycle with detailed planning, managing changes and interventions to deliver within target timelines and budgets.
• Perform ad-hoc projects as directed.