Head of Store Design & Visual Merchandising

Puig

Jan 7

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Expert Level
Design
Creative Arts & Fashion
London

Requirements

Inspiring and collaborative team leader, proven leadership skills with experience in managing and developing a team.
Experience in retail design, visual merchandising, or a related field.
Proven track record in managing end-to-end retail design projects, including store openings and refurbishments.
Experience working within the luxury retail sector is highly desirable.
Familiarity with different retail formats, including boutiques, department stores, and high-street retailers.
Ability to leverage consumer insights to enhance the overall shopping experience.
Demonstrated experience in project management, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage relationships with external vendors and suppliers.

Responsibilities

Strategically champion brand identity by leading the strategic development and execution of the brand image across all points of sale, including retail stores, permanent fixtures, semi-permanent displays, pop-ups, and temporary spaces for all Puig brands, ensuring a cohesive and impactful market presence.
Drive initiatives that influence the market point of view, optimising the consumer journey and enhancing the in-store experience through innovative Store Design (SD) and Visual Merchandising (VM) strategies. Be the voice of the market to Global stakeholders to ensure the blend of best-in-class brand expression and optimised client journey and in store experience.
Direct and manage the end-to-end project lifecycle for new store openings and refurbishment initiatives. Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with organisational objectives through effective coordination and stakeholder engagement.
Travel across the country to engage with teams, monitor progress on critical and high-impact projects, and ensure alignment with brand objectives.
Establish, oversee, and deliver the annual budget, including CAPEX, while proactively identifying and communicating risks and opportunities. Maintain financial discipline and transparency to ensure alignment with business goals.
Foster robust partnerships with global brand teams to ensure alignment on project objectives. Influence design outcomes by articulating market and retailer needs, ensuring that all initiatives resonate with target audiences.
Provides technical support and knowledge for boutiques, department stores, and high-street locations, while leveraging the existing expertise within the team to optimise operations and enhance performance.
Craft strategic briefs that facilitate effective communication between global brand teams and local suppliers, ensuring clarity and alignment on project expectations.
Drive the entire Store Design and Visual Merchandising (SD/VM) team, nurturing a collaborative environment that empowers team members while taking courageous decisions when needed.
Lead supplier partnerships to guarantee the highest quality production and installations. Enforce project deadlines and brand standards through rigorous oversight and collaboration.
Serve as the subject matter expert in material specifications and technical recommendations. Review and approve technical plans and samples prior to production and installation, ensuring uncompromised quality standards.
Ensure retailer engagement by managing relationships with retailers to secure approvals on renders and technical drawings, safeguarding brand integrity throughout the implementation process.
Collaborate with Commercial and Retail teams to identify and capitalise on new opportunities in-store, driving enhanced visibility and impact for Puig brands.

FAQs

What is the location of the Head of Store Design & Visual Merchandising position?

The position is located in London, GB.

What team will the Head of Store Design & Visual Merchandising be a part of?

The Head of Store Design & Visual Merchandising will be part of the Visual Merchandising team.

Is the position permanent?

Yes, the position is permanent.

What is the primary responsibility of the Head of Store Design & Visual Merchandising?

The primary responsibility is to shape the in-store experience for Puig brands in the UK market, overseeing strategic planning and execution of retail design and visual merchandising activities.

Will the Head of Store Design & Visual Merchandising manage a team?

Yes, the position involves overseeing and inspiring the Store Design and Visual Merchandising team.

What kind of experience is required for this role?

The role requires experience in retail design, visual merchandising, or a related field, as well as proven leadership skills.

Is experience in the luxury retail sector important for this role?

Yes, experience within the luxury retail sector is highly desirable.

Will the Head of Store Design & Visual Merchandising be required to travel?

Yes, the role involves travel across the country to engage with teams and monitor project progress.

What kind of projects will the Head of Store Design & Visual Merchandising manage?

The role includes managing end-to-end project lifecycles for new store openings and refurbishment initiatives.

Does the company promote diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Puig is committed to creating an inclusive environment and values diversity among its employees.

Puig

A unique place to create, grow and make an impact

Retail & Consumer Goods

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1914

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Puig is a home of Love Brands, within a family company, that furthers wellness, confidence and self-expression while leaving a better world. Since 1914, our company’s entrepreneurial spirit, creativity and passion for innovation have made Puig a challenger in the beauty and fashion world. Present in the fragrances and fashion, makeup and skincare categories, our house of Love Brands generates engagement through great storytelling that connects with people’s emotions and is reinforced by a powerful ecosystem of founders. Puig portfolio includes our brands Carolina Herrera, Paco Rabanne, Jean Paul Gaultier, Dries Van Noten, Nina Ricci, Byredo, Penhaligon’s, L’Artisan Parfumeur, Kama Ayurveda, Loto del Sur, Charlotte Tilbury, Uriage and Apivita. As well as the beauty licenses of Comme des Garçons Parfums, Christian Louboutin, Benetton, Antonio Banderas and Adolfo Dominguez, among others. At Puig we honor the values and principles put in place by three generations of family leadership. Today we continue to build on that legacy, through conscious commitments in our ESG Agenda (environmental, social and governance) aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. In 2022 Puig recorded sales of €3,620 million. Puig sells its products in more than 150 countries and has offices in 30 of them.