SummaryAs the Director of Store Planning, Design, and Visual Merchandising at KREWE, you will lead the strategic vision and execution of all physical spaces and experiences. This role involves overseeing store design, construction project management, and brand-aligned visual displays, ensuring brand consistency and high-impact environments across all locations.
Responsibilities- Lead the full store development lifecycle, including site feasibility, layout planning, schematic design, permitting, construction execution, and post-mortem analysis.
- Guide architectural and aesthetic guidelines across new formats, including flagships, mobile, pop-up, and renovation projects.
- Develop and manage store build calendars, capital budgets, and project timelines.
- Establish seasonal and evergreen visual merchandising standards across all retail formats.
- Lead vendor selection, negotiation, and management for architects, designers, contractors, millworkers, and FF&E providers.
- Build and manage a high-performing team of internal specialists and external partners.
- Monitor trends in retail design, furniture, and materials to inform innovation.
Requirements- 7+ years of experience in store planning, construction management, visual merchandising, or interior design.
- Advanced knowledge of construction, architectural, and visual merchandising.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a creative eye and high aesthetic sensibility.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and project management software.
- Willingness to travel regularly for store visits and vendor/partner coordination.
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