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Job description / Role
Founded in Sweden in 1947, H&M has grown through offering fashion and quality at the best price to over 3,000 stores in 53 markets today, making it a truly global fashion company. H&M's presence can be felt on the high streets of Europe, Asia, North America, Middle East & North Africa. The MENA region currently covers 10 countries and 83 stores and is still growing. H&M is an ever evolving brand that offers a broad and varied range of fashions for the entire family. Our collections are extensive with new items arriving in store everyday offering our customers change and choice every time they visit. This is an exciting and fast paced environment requiring energetic individuals with a passion for fashion and customer service.
The Space Planner/Design Manager is accountable for all aspects of planning for new and rebuild stores - from surveys and time plans to space and design layouts. You will be responsible for managing the H&M International Planning System, as well as planning each project in conjunction with the Operations Teams, both locally and in Sweden. You will travel annually to Sweden for International update/review meetings, as well as regular planning visits to Kuwait and other Middle Eastern countries which you will be responsible for.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Managing all teams to obtain required information to progress with a new store project and/or rebuild
* Managing the areas relevant to the role in the Interior Planning System (IPS), H&M System - Time Plans being the Key Area of Importance and accuracy of information given/uploaded
* Managing the store planning process of each project in line with the H&M Guidelines and the Operations Team
* Managing approval of all store layouts with the relevant teams
* Working with H&M and Project Managers to review all survey drawings
* Understanding all Interior of H&M
* Managing and assisting with the design of the Rebuild Stores in line with Host Brand Systems and Procedures to ensure planned timings are met
* Developing & maintaining internal & external relationships and acting as an ambassador for Alshaya
* Acting as a facilitator between Property Team, Kuwait and Sweden with regard to the brand's requirements & expectations
* Maintaining & managing all Alshaya systems in line with company policies
* Understanding the budgets process for new and rebuild stores.
Requirements
* A qualified Architect - preferred, with experience in space planning within a Retail background
* Knowledge and experience of architectural details, with a comprehensive understanding of function, constructibility, and aesthetics of detail patterns
* Experience working on AutoCAD is essential
* An Interior Design Qualification is an advantage.
Store Retail experience is also an advantage.
About the Company
As a leading international franchise operator, with nearly 90 of the world’s most recognised brands in its portfolio, Alshaya Group brings great shopping, dining, leisure and hospitality experiences to millions of customers across the Middle East & North Africa, Russia, Turkey, Europe and beyond.
Alshaya Group is a dynamic multinational business and family owned enterprise with a consistent record of growth and innovation. For 35 years, Alshaya has been a pioneering force in brand franchising, using its exceptional knowledge and experience to expand at pace.
Our portfolio of well-loved international brands includes Starbucks, H&M, Mothercare, Debenhams, American Eagle Outfitters, P.F. Chang’s, The Cheesecake Factory, The Body Shop, M.A.C, Victoria’s Secret, Boots, Pottery Barn, KidZania and, coming soon, Hampton by Hilton.
From one retail franchise store opened in Kuwait in 1983, Alshaya Group has consistently grown and diversified and today offers customers an unparalleled choice of brands across multiple sectors; Fashion & Footwear, Health & Beauty, Food, Optics, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings, Leisure & Entertainment, and Hotels. A diverse, skilled team of 53,000 people from 120 nationalities support more than 4,000 stores, cafes, restaurants and leisure destinations, a growing online business and a commitment to delivering great customer experiences.