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PositionPOSITION: HEAD OF RETAIL DESIGNDEPARTMENT: MERCHANDISINGLOCATION: LONDONREPORTS TO: MERCHANDISING DIRECTORPURPOSE OF THE ROLEGuarantee accurate, qualitative brand image through all new store openings in UK and Ireland according to company and corporate guidelines.Contribute to the development of the Dior image in UK and Ireland through the creation, design and build of counters.Ensure the integrity of all the institutional brand requirements across the Fragrance, Make Up and Skincare.Job responsibilitiesMain ResponsibilitiesArchitectureTake responsibility from conception to implementation of new counter builds or refurbishmentsProduce a creative point of sale design in accordance with the merchandising charter for flagship and A store counters in order to optimize brand visibility.Challenge and negotiate where necessary the store terms and conditions to ensure brand image is not compromisedLiaise with central Merchandising in Paris, the store and the suppliers to meet project deadlines and brand expectationsBe responsible for the designs and scale models of any new counter build. These to be validated by Central MerchandisingProvide project plans, technical specifications and designs to the international purchaser to obtain costingsWork with local suppliers ahead of installations to ensure accurate application of designs, technical specifications and highest possible quality production. Once installations are complete, review the quality and processes giving feedback to suppliers as necessary.Manage 2 Retail Designers (one in charge of FS and A stores, one in charge of B and C store counters and the non-consultant division builds).Promotions and Events Assist with the development of the Dior image via event and promotion sites. Work with the Promotions and Events Merchandiser to assist with conception of major design of promotional / event sites in Department Stores.Prepare relevant plans and 3D for the Promotions & Events Merchandiser.Assist the counter VM manager when needed with counter plans and soft merch coordination.ProfilePERSON SPECIFICATIONProfile12 years minimum in a store design roleArchitectural background or designer with retail applicationGood relationship builderExperience in managementKnowledge of the cosmetic market an asset but not essential (competitors, agents, retailers…)Knowledge of French language an advantage but not essentialKey CompetenciesStrong sense of Design and planningHigh levels of creativity and aesthetic senseStrong communication and negotiation skillsAbility to understand and defend the brand DNAKnowledge of distribution channels and of all aspects linked to Merchandising in this environmentCustomer Service FocusedAbility to manage priorities for self and team.Result orientatedTeam playerTechnical SkillsArchitectural / design specialistSoftware packages: Autocadds, Archicad, 3D software, Microsoft office packagesExcellent working knowledge of furniture and materials for counter buildsKnowledge of UK based suppliersBudget managementAdditional informationPOSITION WITHIN THE ORGANISATIONReports ToVisual Merchandising & Store Design DirectorDirect ReportRetail DesignerJunior Retail DesignerInternalMarketing DepartmentSales DepartmentCorporate Merchandising Team-Paris basedPurchasing DepartmentExternalCreative supplierDesign agencies, storage facilities contractors, installers, retailers, VM teams.