Store Design Executive

About DFI Retail Group

DFI Retail Group (the ‘Group’) is a leading Asian retailer. As at 30 Jun 2024, the Group, its associates and joint ventures operated some 11,000 outlets and employed over 200,000 people. The Group had total annual revenue in 2023 exceeding US$26 billion.

The Group is dedicated to delivering quality, value and exceptional service to Asian consumers through a compelling retail experience, supported by an extensive store network and highly efficient supply chains.

The Group (including associates and joint ventures) operates a portfolio of well-known brands across six key divisions: food, convenience, health and beauty, home furnishings, restaurants and other retailing.

At the heart of its business, DFI Retail Group is driven by its purpose to "Sustainably Serve Asia for Generations with Everyday Moments.

The Group’s parent company, DFI Retail Group Holdings Limited, is incorporated in Bermuda and has a primary listing in the equity shares (transition) category of the London Stock Exchange, with secondary listings in Bermuda and Singapore. The Group’s businesses are managed from Hong Kong. DFI Retail Group is a member of theJardine Matheson Group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independent contributor for design related scopes in a retail business
• Drafting and designing of layouts for new stores and refurbished stores that balance practicality, business needs and aesthetics.
• Drafting and designing of clear and accurate detailed design development drawings for tender issuance, distribution to contractors and other stakeholders.
• Design fixtures/equipment for ad hoc projects/rollouts the business requires.
• Conceptualization and development of interior design concepts that align with the business’ vision, objectives and project goals.
• Develop mood boards, sketches, design proposals and 3D modelling/rendering to convey ideas effectively.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders effectively to bring designs/concepts/projects to completion through detailed design development and space planning.
• Attend site meetings and communicate with contractors/other stakeholders as and when necessary to ensure design is executed as intended and supports the completion of the project on schedule.
• Source and select appropriate materials, finishes, and furnishings that align with the design concept and budget.
• Maintain knowledge of the latest industry trends, products, and sustainable design practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma, Certificate, or Bachelor's degree in Interior Design / Architecture
• 2-3 years of experience in designing commercial/ retail projects
• A portfolio of previous project experience
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Photoshop, Sketchup, Render software (Vray, Lumion, 3D Max) Microsoft Office
• Fluent in English
• Bonus considerations: Ability to use Illustrator or Indesign