Store Design Director Jobs

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Store Design Director

based in our Office in New York.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?

The Director, Store Development and Planning (SDP) is responsible for driving store development Jaeger-LeCoultre North America across boutiques (internal and external) and Shop in Shops (Corners).

Leads the store planning from concept to opening. Coordinates with our internal design team, consultants, contractors and business partners from the feasibility study phase, schematic and design development phases through the execution and tender phase to the final construction and turnover. Builds relationships and processes with key partners (business partners, architects, vendors, etc.) with the goal of on time, on budget and quality construction.

Supports in maintenance of stores and on-going store operational needs. Oversees animations and Visual Merchandising as needed.

Work on location Scouting:

• Develop budget and project timeline to support project approval
• Help in analyzing potential locations

Manage design & development:

• Lead and coordinate with our internal design teams.
• Be able to support the drawing phase including helping other markets as the need comes up

Manage the pre-construction:

• Lead identifying the project architects (and consultants as needed) and lead the bidding process to ensure budget and quality is met
• Reviewing construction drawings
• Monitor process though completion of the design set while identifying potential savings.
• Work with Architect, and HQ design team, Richemont IT and Security, and the Landlord to align on US codes, and design intent.
• Identify and bid for General Contractor
• Monitor permit times.

Manage the construction:

• Manage entire project cycle, in partnership with immediate team, from conception to close out to ensure timely delivery of projects and within budget
• Lead and coordination of construction between International SDP, internal local teams, consultants and vendors
• Responsible for project management of +/- 5 Retail construction projects per year in North America

Manage the administration:

• Responsible for procuring and coordinating owner supplied item
• Process invoices and work together with AP for reconciliations in regular basis
• Responsible for the cost tracking of the project

Manage repair and maintenance (on going)

• Ensure good working order of Boutiques and corners as needed.
• Work with stores, HQ and venders to solve potential repair issues as they arrive.

Manage the VM Support (as needed)

• Other projects as needed including potential pop ups in the market.
• Manage a Visual Merchandise Coordinator

WHAT ABOUT YOU?

• Ability to travel up to 30%
• Demonstrates agility and flexibility
• Deep level of expertise in construction materials, methods, timelines, costs, and budgets
• 10+ years of experience in store design, construction management, or a related field
• Strong negotiation skills
• Extensive knowledge of architecture, including the ability to read architectural drawings
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Ability to review, analyze, understand and negotiate bids and costs associated with architectural firms, general contractors, quantity surveyors, and construction management firms
• Understanding of building codes, permitting requirements, ADA, energy and other related compliance regulations
• Experience working for/with architects, general contractors, millworkers and materials suppliers
• Experience in the luxury goods industry preferred
• Ability to take ownership and drive construction projects end-to-end
• Well-developed relationship/stakeholder management and communication skills

WHY JOINING US?

You are our best asset. By joining Jaeger-LeCoultre, a whole world of opportunities will open to you! Transmission of knowledge is the very soul of what we do: you will access a customized training program. As a Maison, we work tirelessly to manage our environmental footprint and create a positive impact on society through our collective effort. Learn more about our Sustainability commitments in our program « Make Our Time Better ».

Richemont offers a generous compensation and benefits package for eligible employees. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Expected Salary Range: $150,000 - $170,000/annually

Salary will be negotiated based on relevant skills and experience.