Richemont Store Design Senior Manager
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Richemont is one of the world's leading luxury goods groups, encompassing prestigious brands such as Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, IWC, Panerai, and Montblanc across jewellery, watches, leather goods, and accessories. The Swiss-based multinational is renowned for its commitment to heritage, craftsmanship, and innovation across its portfolio of ultra-luxury maisons.
Richemont Store Design Senior Manager in Tokyo. Lead luxury retail store architecture across Asia-Pacific markets.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead the conception, design, and execution of flagship and boutique store environments aligned with brand architecture and luxury retail standards
- Manage relationships with architectural firms, contractors, and design consultants across multiple Asian markets
- Oversee store design budgets, timelines, and quality assurance for new openings and renovation projects
- Develop and implement store design standards and guidelines ensuring consistency across the Richemont portfolio
- Collaborate with retail operations, merchandising, and visual teams to optimize spatial functionality and customer journey
- Report on design metrics, project progress, and ROI to senior management and brand leadership
Qualifications
- Extensive experience in luxury retail store design or architectural project management
- Demonstrated track record leading complex, multi-brand design initiatives in Asia-Pacific markets
- Strong proficiency in retail design software and visualization tools
- Excellent stakeholder management and vendor relations experience
Skills
Experience
Minimum 10 years of professional experience in luxury retail design, store architecture, or related architectural project management, with at least 5 years in a senior or lead capacity. Proven experience managing store design across multiple markets, preferably in Asia-Pacific.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Retail Management, or related field. Advanced qualification or certification in project management (e.g., PMP, LEED) is advantageous.
Workplace
This position is based in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan.
Culture
Richemont fosters a culture of artistic excellence and operational sophistication where strategic thinking and creative vision drive decision-making. The organization values individuals who balance heritage respect with contemporary retail innovation, operating in a collaborative, globally connected environment.
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Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
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