Job description Responsible for the implementation and design of retail design concepts for Swatch POS within our corporate identity. Manage all aspects of the store design process from design inception, review of supplier’s and local architect’s technical drawings and construction management until completion of the project (in line with Swatch design guidelines). Work independently, efficiently and monitor the projects within the given timeline & quality standards. Manage effective budgets for all stores and control all project costs and capital expenditure until project’s close out (cost monitoring sheet). Negotiation with suppliers and contractors. Close collaboration with all external parties including contractors, consultants, clients and suppliers as well as all internal departments like Finance, Marketing, Sales, Retail Operations, Logistics. Supervision of external architects, consultants, engineers and suppliers. Effective communication of relevant information to direct managers. Tactful communication of difficult/sensitive information. Resolve and/or escalate challenges in a timely fashion. Ensure project documents are complete, up to date and stored appropriately. Check investments before a project’s start by benchmarking and aligning all costs to first estimations throughout the whole project development. Procurement Responsible for the technical development of new Swatch furniture from the idea until the prototype following up a successful roll out, up to Swatch standards. Propose and implement changes to improve an existing product as per company needs, including discussions with the suppliers, reviewing, and approving technical drawings/material specifications for furniture & fixtures. Manage the Stock and future orders together with the procurement department with an efficient and sustainable approach. Responsible for the procurement of new suppliers for furniture and fixtures production for the RED Team. Maintenance Responsible for reviewing and approving the catalogue-orders or special productions for existing POS. Manage the maintenance requests and stock control of spare parts.
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