Store Planning Manager

Role Overview

As the

Store Planning & Design Manager, you will be responsible for

the strategic planning, design development, and execution of new

store openings, renovations, and in-store visual enhancements. You

will ensure that every boutique or shop-in-shop reflects the

brand's luxury standards while delivering an elevated customer

experience.

Key

Responsibilities

Store Planning & Project

Management

Lead end-to-end store

development projects : site evaluation, space planning, design

coordination, construction monitoring, and post-opening

review.

Manage timelines, budgets, and quality control for

new openings, refurbishments, and store

closures.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams

including retail operations, merchandising, marketing, and external

consultants.

Design & Concept

Development

Translate brand DNA

into physical retail environments-flagships, shop-in-shops, travel

retail, and pop-ups.

Maintain and evolve retail design

guidelines aligned with global brand vision.

Innovate

store layouts to enhance flow, customer interaction, and product

storytelling.

Vendor &

Contractor Coordination

Source

and manage architectural, design, and construction

vendors.

Review construction drawings, materials

specifications, and shopfitting details.

Ensure compliance

with local regulations and global brand

standards.

Visual Merchandising

Integration

Partner with visual

merchandising to ensure product displays align with design

intent.

Support seasonal and promotional display

implementations during planning

stages.

Qualifications &

Experience

Bachelor's Degree in

Architecture, Interior Design, or related field.

min 8

years of experience in store design and planning, preferably in the

luxury fashion or watch / jewelry

industry.

Proven ability to manage complex retail projects

across multiple markets.

Strong technical understanding of

architecture and retail fit-outs.

Proficient in AutoCAD,

SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite; knowledge of Revit or 3D rendering

tools is a plus.

Key

Competencies

Deep aesthetic

sensibility aligned with luxury retail

expectations.

Strong project management, budgeting, and

communication skills.

High attention to detail and design

integrity.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt

to fast-paced environments.