Specialist, Store Design
Build-A-Bear
- Saint Louis, MO
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Work with new store Tenant Coordinators and Architects
- Assist in creating floor plans, store designs, and fixtures for new concepts with challenging spaces
- Create interior and exterior elevations for effective space management, fixtures, and graphic design
- Collect, evaluate, and respond to internal and external stakeholders on design adjustments
- Effectively manage communications, weekly meetings, and follow-up coordination
- Review Tenant Design Guidelines to identify potential issues or opportunities during the design stage
- Liaison with Tenant Coordinators at the beginning of construction projects to address design elements in accordance with the Tenant Design Guide ensuring the best possible results
- Reviews blueprints and fixture & graphic orders for accuracy
- Support communication and project update presentations Executive and Interdepartmental Review
- Update and maintain the Store Development Report
- Maintains inventory database for used fixtures and stuffers
- Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Engineer or related field
- 3 years of experience in store design or retail space planning
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, SketchUp, PhotoShop or similar design software
- Strong understanding of design principles, space planning, and construction techniques
- 5+ year of experience with retail store design in a corporate or agency environment
- Knowledge of sustainable design practices
- Familiarity with ADA and building code regulations
- Portfolio showcasing store design projects
- Proficiency Auto CAD, Adobe Creative Suite and SketchUp
- Strong commitment to tasks being completed correctly and on time
- Understanding and collaborative
- Thrives in a structured environment
- Comfortable making decisions in area of expertise
- Communication style is factual and sincere
- Willingness to follow established policies, processes, and procedures
- Enjoys working at a somewhat faster-than-average pace
- Typical office environment with climate control and sufficient lighting, ergonomic desk/chairs
- Corporate Office located St. Louis, MO
- Travel potential up to 10%
- Lifting above 35 pounds
- Available for occasional after-hours calls/meeting
- Design quality and innovation
- Creativity in problem solving
- Adherence to project timelines and budgets
- Decision-making, judgment, and execution
- Successful implementation of store designs
- Feedback from internal stakeholders and store teams