**Description** The Director of Store Design will have leadership in conceptualizing, designing and standardizing retail design solutions that support the overall brand strategy and vision. This person will act as expert design lead/architect, brand guardian and overall support to the regions ensuring all Clinique retail formats meet brand standards and aesthetics. This role will report to VP of Retail design and collaborate to create new innovative design standards that reflect the brands aesthetic and enhance the overall consumer experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong balance of knowledge in Store Design and visual merchandising to provide cohesive retail solutions that work seamlessly in a retail environment. RESPONSIBILITIES + Manage all aspects of Store Design as it relates to Clinique retail principals and merchandising strategies + Conceptualize and develop new structural design solutions that supports Brand vision for various retail formats including FSS, Partners, Flagships and SMC. + Work closely with Regional store design teams as first point of contact on submission, review of new store plans/shop drawings and provide continual feedback/clarification to regions queries + Ensure clear communication, transfer of information and alignment of regional teams to maintain and build collaborative and efficient process + Partner with Visual merchandising & marketing teams to ensure store plans accurately fulfill seasonal merchandising needs and selling strategies + Partner with Corporate Procurement to leverage Global resources for fixtures and materials + Maintain global FSS and wholesale global deployment & standards books ensuring compliance with current building standards and Clinique aesthetics + Prepare presentation documents for Senior Management reviews, regional presentations, and other requirements as needed + Maintain strong awareness of design trends and tech innovations within industry retail environments as well as outside and an aptitude to translate these ideas into a retail space + Maintain high quality brand standards and follow-through in projects while adhering to project defined guidelines and timetables + Maintain strong working knowledge of Clinique brand its heritage, customers, products, retail environments as well as direct competitors + Cultivates relationships with multiple vendors with varying capabilities, maintaining an emphasis on quality production, adherence to brand standards, and best practices + Applies different ways of thinking to generate new ideas/opportunities + Keeps updated on the business environment and economic situations and understands the impact of the changes on the business **Qualifications** + University degree in Architecture or Interior Design + Minimum 8 years experience in architecture and design with focus on interior space planning, retail design and fixture design - within beauty or accessories a plus + Working Knowledge of AutoCad and Rhino. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator) and Office Suite + Ability to design, detail and produce working construction drawings. Knowledge of architectural and fixture detailing + Position requires leadership skills and project management skills; ability to execute several projects in a timely and efficient manner; must be able to follow projects from inception to completion. + Excellent communication, organizational and presentation skills. + Knowledge of retail environments and trends + Effective time management. Ability to handle several projects simultaneously and react quickly in a fast pace environment + Ability to work in both a highly collaborative team environment and independently + Ability to Travel as needed About You + Awareness of digital technologies + Luxury mindset + Holistic 3D experiences + Portfolio focused on beauty industry (is a plus) + Expertise in specialty-multi (is a plus) + Experience managing vendor relationships (is a plus) + How You Will be Successful + Applies new and different ways of thinking to generate new ideas/opportunities + Encourages self & others to be creative in approach to work + Influences externally and internally to gain commitment, agreement and support + Actively builds relationships + Creates and sustains environment of trust and collaboration + Adapts to new environments, processes and teams + Proactively seeks diversification of knowledge, skills and abilities + Keeps updated on the business environment and economic situations and understands the impact of the changes on the business Equal Opportunity Employer It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USApplicantAccommodations@Estee.com.