Location: Brighton, MA
Discipline: UX / Product Design
Experience: 7–10 years
Compensation: TBD
Who We Are:
Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. At New Balance, We Got Now.
JOB MISSION:
The mission of the Global Retail Design - Store Design Planning team is to ensure alignment, implementation and adherence to global store design concepts and guidelines that are at the forefront of the industry and rooted within the New Balance brand. The Global Retail Design - Store Design Planner should be experienced in retail design, retail architecture and construction. They will serve as the design concept expert, assisting global regions with all store projects including new store development, remodel, renovation, and relocation of stores. They will bring an enthusiastic, collaborative energy to the team to ensure the New Balance creative vision within the store experience is implemented across all markets.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:
IMPLEMENTATION
• Assist in the implementation and global alignment of retail store concepts across all formats • Serve as liaison to global region in support of all new, remodel, renovation, and relocation store projects. • Review high level design implementation and floor plans for site specific adaptation of retail concepts and environmental components. • Provide concept layout and space plans for specific sites as needed by regions. • Review of project construction documents, as needed, to manage design expectations throughout construction • Assist regions in vetting and on boarding local vendor partners for adherence to quality requirements and design standards. • Provide reviews of shop drawings and submittals, if needed, in support of regional build out. • Aid in development and implementation of new processes as New Balance embarks on retail growth • Assist in maintaining global floor plan and photo library of all stores.
