Senior Store Designer

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Business Area Store Design Workplace Type On-site Location - Town / City Cape Town Job Description Build your place. Build your expertise. Join South Africa's leading fashion retailer and become part of a business and team where consistency, expertise and long-term contribution matter. With over 700 stores, renowned aspirational brands and world class systems we are regarded as front-runners in this highly competitive environment. Truworths has an exciting opportunity available in our Store Design Department for a Senior Store Designer, based at our Truworths Head Office in Cape Town Key Responsibilities Store Design & Layout: • Develop innovative store layouts and floor plans aligned with brand aesthetics and operational needs. Collaboration: • Work with tenant coordinators, architects, project managers, visual display, marketing, operations, and suppliers to ensure cohesive execution. 3D Visualization: • Create detailed 2D/3D drawings using AutoCAD, SketchUp, and similar tools. Space Planning: • Maximize product display and optimize customer traffic flow to support sales. Brand Alignment: • Ensure design consistency with brand guidelines across all locations. Project Management: • Assist in the selection of materials, finishes, fixtures, flooring, and lighting that align with the design vision and budget constraints. • Manage own project costs in line with approved budget, and timelines. Post-Opening Evaluation: • Review store build, and suggest design improvements. • Stays informed about trends in retail design and incorporate innovative ideas to keep stores fresh and engaging. Qualifications and Experience Education: • Diploma / Degree in Interior Design, or Architecture. Experience: • Minimum 7 to 8 years in retail design or similar commercial environments. Technical Skills: • Proficiency in design software (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Suite, etc.) Soft Skills: • Strong creativity, attention to detail, communication, and project management capabilities Competencies Creative, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused Able to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Passionate about retail design and innovation Motivated; driven and has the ability to work well within a team-based environment Open to learning and sharing and meets the Truworths values