This position will be a key driver of creative excellence, responsible for building and
developing our luxury beauty brands. The SD / VM Senior Manager will support our skincare Global Creative Directors in high-level concept development and execution of store design and
merchandising, helping to move the needle towards disruptive brand-building executions.
Each brand possesses a distinctive DNA. Darphin, deeply rooted in French heritage, leads in delivering high-performance skincare solutions tailored specifically to transport our active ingredients deep into the skin to increase their effectiveness & bring the most powerful skin transformations. Lab Series, an American brand, is meticulously crafted to understand men’s physiology and unique skin needs. Both entities have a global presence with retail stores across the world.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES :
Brand Builder :
- Partners with Global Creative Directors to develop and build strong instore visibility.
- Supports in brand management and execution to ensure consistency across channels.
Strategic Thinker :
Align concept development with functional and business needs.Support SD / VM needs for priority markets (outposts, podiums, pop-up formats, etc)Identify consumer trends, maintain knowledge and execution of industry best practicesfor retail marketing as well as performing ongoing benchmarking
Partner with consumer insights to conduct regular environmental analysis,Drive and execute compelling storytelling at storeCreative Collaborator :
Work closely with Marketing to create and activate events and experiences in store thathave global reach.
Partner with Creative Operations to align on appropriate talent to ensure accurateexecution of creative vision.
Partner with Regions to analyze and develop strategies for Influencer and ConsumerAnimation and Events to build brand equity, consumer retention, conversion and revenue.
Oversees and provides feedback to relevant outside agency partnersIdentify, maintain and manage strong relationships with China and EMEA team in the delivery of event ideation and in-store production services.CREATIVE MISSION :
Highly creative skills & work experience at Store Design and Visual MerchandisingIn collaboration with agencies and internal departments, designs and creates floor plans, elevations, schematics, details, sketches and 3D modeling necessary to communicate design visionAdaptation of SD / VM concepts across channels of distribution (FSS, DS, Pharma, Specialti-Multi, Pop-ups, etc… )Design planograms and planogram's evolution during the year based on Marketing programsCreate aesthetically optimized visual merchandising schemes for window vitrines and in-storevitrines, for the presentation of existing products and new product launches
Drive high visual merchandising standards across the retail locations with creation of clearguidelines and communication for each launch program
Apply & Adapt Global Store Design & VM Concepts guidelines to regional projects & constraints within timing and qualityProduces concept sketches, presentation drawings, technical drawings, specification andartwork layouts as required to communicate design intent
Establishes a list of preferred and reliable freelance consultants to unsure workload smoothnessQualifications
10+ years of creative experience in SD / VM, in luxury beauty is a plus.Analytic, strategic thinker with strong written and oral skillsGood visual awareness, creative ability and driver of innovationProject Management with problem solving skillsSolid organizational skills, detail-oriented, time management skills, ability to juggle priorities.Self-responsible, proactive and autonomous is essential.Well organized, autonomous, proactive and detail orientedEnglish is mandatory, mastery of French is a plusAn international work experience is a plusTeam player & strong relationship-building skills : ability to work with a variety of people invarious disciplines and enjoys collaborating with positive attitude.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.Proficient knowledge of Adobe programs Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign.Knowledge in motion design, AUTOCAD / SKECTH UP / SOFTWARE 3D.Strong understanding and experience in both online and offline retail experienceCommitted to introducing environmentally conscious strategies to skincare industryAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.A great portfolio showing high-end store design / visual merchandising workUnlimited passion for beauty and luxury.