Visual Merchandising Designer III

Position Summary : DIRECTOR- GLOBAL VM AND RETAIL DESIGN- YOUTH TO THE PEOPLE

Candidate needs to be flexible on days but mainly Mo-Thu. The only on-site location is El Segundo.

Experience : 7-8 years of experience required. In-house Beauty / Luxury VM / Retail Design a plus.

Responsibilities :

• Be the 'gatekeeper' to ensure all Youth To The People brand standards are expressed consistently in all retail formats in Global markets – self-assisted concepts and FSS locations.
• Be an expert design innovator & conceptual thinker.
• Partner closely with internal / external teams to oversee the design and development of all aspects of VM and retail design : Store / shop layouts, fixture design / merchandising displays / lighting / furniture / materials and planograms.
• Evolve concepts through design development as required for management approvals.
• CAD experience is essential – creating and modifying layouts and drawings on a daily basis.
• 3D software experience is key - e.g. Sketchup with VRAY is our standard platform.
• Expert proficiency reviewing VM, architectural, construction and fixture / millwork shop drawings.
• Vendor management with day-to-day coordination, gathering costs for approvals may be required.
• Knowledge of material costs, construction trades, process that affect and impact design.
• Partner with the Creative and Marketing teams to effectively implement new selling strategies.
• Keep aware of the competitive retail environment – with a focus on the beauty marketplace and competitive brands.
• Knowledge of sustainable design methodologies and materials is a plus.
• Awareness and knowledge of digital technologies and integration into the retail space.

Job Requirements :

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