Senior Retail Designer

JOB SUMMARY

As a Senior Retail Designer, you will play a key role in developing and executing PAÑPURI's retail design vision. You'll work hands-on in creating innovative design concepts, guidelines, and project briefs while also collaborating with external partners to bring larger store and pop-up concepts to life. From ideation to completion, you will ensure that all retail environments embody PAÑPURI's brand identity, providing a seamless and immersive customer experience.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1.     Store Development:

• Develop and implement retail design guidelines that reflect PAÑPURI's global brand identity and aesthetic, ensuring that all stakeholder input and requirements are considered, with a focus on consumer journey, experience, and brand aesthetics.
• Create detailed design briefs and concepts that communicate the project vision, style, and objectives to external partners worldwide.
• Lead retail design projects end-to-end, managing each stage from concept development to final execution, while staying within timeline and budget, to ensure quality and brand consistency.

2.     Project Collaboration & Coordination:

• Collaborate closely with internal global teams, as well as architects, interior designers, and contractors from various regions, to bring large-scale retail and pop-up projects to life while adhering to PAÑPURI's design standards.
• Coordinate with cross-functional global and local teams, including marketing and retail operations, to achieve cohesive project execution across all markets and ensure alignment with brand objectives.

3.     Brand Consistency & Quality Control:

• Ensure all design elements in retail spaces align with PAÑPURI's global brand standards, values, and design philosophy.
• Conduct quality checks on design work, integrating stakeholder feedback and providing necessary guidance to maintain brand consistency and effective storytelling across all touchpoints.

4.     Sustainable Design & Material Selection:

• Research and incorporate sustainable materials and eco-conscious design practices into global retail environments, aligning with PAÑPURI's commitment to sustainability.
• Select and recommend sustainable materials suitable for both local and global projects, prioritizing environmental impact, quality, and alignment with brand aesthetics.

5.    Launch Support & Evaluation:

• Oversee store setup and installation, working directly with contractors to ensure the space adheres to global design guidelines and meets the envisioned consumer journey and experience.
• Provide feedback to contractors on any necessary adjustments to address design or quality deviations, ensuring alignment with PAÑPURI's standards.
• Assist with launch event coordination, capturing initial customer engagement insights and evaluating the store's visual impact post-launch.

6.     Trend Analysis:

• Stay current with industry trends, materials, and technologies in in-store design and visual merchandising.
• Integrate best practices and innovative ideas to continuously improve the customer shopping experience and enhance PAÑPURI's retail environments.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience (+5 years) of professional experience in interior development, or store development, preferably in luxury, fashion or wellness industries.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator), and 3D modeling software such as 3dsMax, SketchUp or AutoCAD and other relevant design software applications.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of creative projects and design solutions.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to oversee multiple projects and meet deadlines effectively.
• Excellent understanding of retail design principles, spatial planning, customer experience optimization.
• Proficiency in professional English, with strong communication skills for effective collaboration with internal and external teams.
• Knowledge of sustainable design practices and materials in retail design.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a creative eye for luxury and wellness-centered aesthetics.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• 5 working day per week
• Annual Salary Adjustment
• Performance Bonus
• Group Health Insurance
• Provident Fund
• Accident Insurance
• Dental Allowance
• Annual Health Check-up
• Marriage Allowance
• Childbirth Allowance
• Bursary for Employee's Children
• Funeral Assistance (parent, spouse and child)
• Funeral assistance for employee's pass away
• Flexible wellness benefits program
• Language Learning Allowance (English,Chinese,Japanese)