Francis Kurkdjian Retail Architect

Paris • France

Friday, May 23, 2025

Maison Francis Kurkdjian, established in 2009 and part of the LVMH group, is a distinguished name in the luxury fragrance industry, renowned for its unique collection of perfumes crafted with the utmost dedication to French perfumery traditions. As a member of the Comité Colbert since 2016, the Maison is committed to offering stimulating career opportunities that foster skill development and talent revelation. The brand is dedicated to inclusivity and diversity, ensuring an environment where all employees can thrive and reach their full potential.

1. Serve as the reference for the Concept Bible, ensuring the evolution and coherence of technical and aesthetic documentation related to the retail concept development.
2. Oversee the development of permanent display (PLV), ensuring visual, technical, and qualitative consistency of furniture and presentation elements in retail locations.
3. Manage a diverse portfolio of international projects, including flagships, boutiques, corners, podiums, and innovative projects, from conception to execution in collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
4. Propose layout plans upon receiving the vendor pack, analyzing sales points and customer flows while adhering to specifications and commercial team briefs.
5. Create technical plans and 3D perspectives for furniture and projects, aligning with the retail concept charter and client specifications, in close collaboration with markets.
6. Handle manufacturer tenders directly or in collaboration with LVMH's purchasing department, ensuring manufacturer selection aligns with group directives.
7. Validate local manufacturers' execution plans before production and approve material samples in each market.
8. Ensure execution quality and uphold the Maison's image.
9. Monitor and control the proper installation of each project, participating in white assemblies and installations of managed sales points.
10. Work on various types of sales points: corners, SIS, boutiques for the assigned market.
11. Collaborate with different partners and suppliers to ensure optimal technical solutions, quality, price, and production timelines.

1. Degree in architecture or equivalent education.
2. 5 to 7 years of experience, ideally in the luxury sector and internationally.

1. Proven expertise in retail architecture with the ability to adhere to cost, timeline, and aesthetic guidelines.
2. Experience managing complex projects from conception to delivery.
3. Strong technical skills in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, 3D Max, Adobe Suite, etc.
4. Knowledge of ERP regulations (accessibility, safety, PMR) and administrative procedures (permits, CDAC, etc.).
5. Developed aesthetic sense, creativity, rigor, reactivity, and ability to propose innovative solutions.
6. Excellent interpersonal skills, team spirit, process respect, and service orientation.
7. Fluency in French and English, both written and spoken; a third language is a plus.
8. Availability for frequent travel in France and abroad.

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, ideally in the luxury sector and internationally.

Degree in architecture or equivalent education.

Maison Francis Kurkdjian offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for skill development and career growth, fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace culture.

Maison Francis Kurkdjian prides itself on fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace culture where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential. The company values diversity as a key component of its success and is committed to providing equal opportunities for all.