Lead - Retail Architect

低; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Retail Design Lead to shape the future of performance retail across the Americas. This role involves leading the design process for franchise stores, translating brand values into architectural designs, and ensuring compliance with design guidelines. The ideal candidate will have over six years of experience in premium retail design, with strong skills in project management and design thinking. Join a dynamic team that values creativity and innovation, and be part of an exciting journey as we expand our retail presence and enhance customer experiences.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

401k Program

Paid US Holidays

Corporate Office Closure between Christmas and New Year

Product Perks

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in architectural or design roles for premium retail brands.
• Led design projects from concept through completion for franchise stores.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design process for franchise store projects.
• Ensure compliance with global design guidelines and local building codes.

Skills

Design Thinking

Project Management

2D and 3D Drawing

Technical Expertise

Fluency in Spanish

Fluency in Portuguese

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Design

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Enscape

V-Ray

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

On is expanding its retail presence and shaping the future of performance retail. We’re looking for a dynamic Retail Design Lead, reporting to the Sr. Lead - Retail Design, to help bring our vision to life across the Americas. In this role, you’ll lead the store design workstream for new retail locations — with a primary focus on franchise stores — in close collaboration with internal teams and external partners.

You’ll combine strong design thinking with project management skills to create spaces that reflect On’s unique identity and elevate the customer experience. This is a key role in supporting On’s next phase of growth and innovation in physical retail.

Your Mission

Lead the end-to-end design process for franchise store projects, and support DTC (Direct-to-Consumer) store openings when needed — from initial concept through to build-out

Translate On’s brand, values, and visual identity into architectural design, ensuring consistency and quality across all store environments

Deliver design packages, including zoning concepts, 3D modeling, visualizations, sample boards, and presentations for internal approvals

Ensure compliance with On’s global design guidelines, local building codes, landlord criteria, and health and safety standards

Partner with franchisees, local architects, external design firms, contractors, and suppliers to deliver spaces that meet On’s standards and timelines

Review architectural drawings to verify alignment with the approved design concept and intent

Collaborate closely with internal teams — Leasing, Construction, Retail Operations, Visual Experience (VM), Retail Technology, and IT — for a coordinated and smooth execution

Monitor design progress, ensure on-brand execution, and support landlord communications, visiting sites as needed throughout the project lifecycle

Your story

6+ years of experience in an architectural or design role, designing for premium retail brands

Led design projects for premium retail stores from concept through completion, including franchise/distributor-operated stores

Technical expertise in 2D and 3D drawing and rendering, using tools such as AutoCAD, SketchUp or Enscape, V-Ray, Adobe Creative Suite

Experience in construction detailing and fixture development, with a deep understanding of how design translates into build environments

Knowledge of building codes, accessibility standards, and other relevant construction regulations

Fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is preferred

Willingness to travel up to 15% of the time; travel percentage will fluctuate based on business needs

About the Team

At On, we stimulate creativity and innovation and foster On spirit within everything we do. You will be part of our small but dynamic Retail Design team responsible for multiple cross-functional projects ranging from market analysis, retail strategy and concepts to supporting the teams that develop and execute fit-outs ranging from Shop-in-Shops to large flagships. At On, we believe in pushing the limits of what’s possible—both in our products and in the experiences we create.

Creativity at On starts with our Explorer Spirit, so in Marketing, we celebrate curiosity, vision and tenacity. Hey, we like to push the envelope.

We need people outside of the box from the beginning. And that's why I think marketing is a great place if you just feel creative… so you can really bring in those ideas and then drive the whole content forward that we're creating.

What we offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

Typical cash compensation range for this position inclusive of base + bonus: $100,000-$124,000. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate including experience, industry knowledge, qualifications, skill set, and location. Certain roles may be eligible for equity compensation in addition to cash compensation. At On we understand cash compensation is just one piece of your total rewards package.

In addition to cash compensation, On offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with a industry leading PTO package, and competitive 401k program. Additional perks and benefits include: 11 paid US holidays, corporate office closure between Christmas and New Year, and a plethora of product perks!

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination. We are requesting that you provide sensitive demographic information such as gender identity and race/ethnicity to help us ensure that we are creating equitable and fair experiences for all potential future team members. You are not required to provide this demographic information and this information will in no way impact your eligibility for hire.

We want to set everyone up for success, so here’s the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.

Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.

Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine – it creates that 'Wow' moment.

Step One

It starts with you...

You'll start by submitting your application to a specific role.We try to keep this step as simple as possible. We do get a lot of applications, but we review them all. We ask that you allow around 14 days for us to come back to you with a response. If you are a good fit to the role, someone will follow up with you within that window. If you didn't receive a reply, or were unsuccessful this time around, we encourage you to look for other possible matches at On.

Step Two

Interview with a recruiter

What ignites your spirit?This is where we’ll start getting to know all about you and what makes you tick – and it’s your first chance to get a feel for our culture.Chatting with a member of our talent team, you’ll learn more about On and how we work. We’ll learn about what motivates you and what you could bring to the team.

Step Three

Interview with a hiring manager

Ready to dig into the details?This second interview will be held with your future manager and will focus on the specifics of the job.Together you’ll delve into your unique skills and experiences and how they could be relevant at On. It's also a time to assess how you might feel working side-by-side. Bring any questions you have about the job, the team or anything else you might like to know – this is an open forum.

Step Four

The Case Study

What's your style?This task will help us understand how you think, face a challenge and give insight into your novel ideas.Designed to give everyone their best shot, your case study is based on something you might typically experience on the job.This is your chance to show us what you’ve got. So express yourself. Be you.

Step Five

The Experience Day

Your first taste of the Oniverse.This is a time to meet some of the people you'll be working closest with.In person or virtually, you'll get a feel for the day-to-day at On and the people who make it happen. You'll chat with a few potential teammates - the conversations will be as equally driven by the role and your experience as by our values.We believe how you do things is just as important as what you do.

Step Six

The Result

Are we a good fit?We’ll get together internally to share our feedback and decide if we’re a match. We know that job searching is a big time investment, so it’s not a decision we take lightly.It’s also time for you to reflect on the experience – are we the right place for you?No matter the outcome, we’ll give you meaningful feedback.

Step One:

It starts with you...

You'll start by submitting your application to a specific role.

We try to keep this step as simple as possible. We do get a lot of applications, but we review them all. We ask that you allow around 14 days for us to come back to you with a response. If you are a good fit to the role, someone will follow up with you within that window. If you didn't receive a reply, or were unsuccessful this time around, we encourage you to look for other possible matches at On.