Design Manager

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Key Skills:

• Business Process Excellence
• Project Management Skills
• Six Sigma / Process Improvement Methodologies
• Team Management & People Management
• Exceptional Analytical Skills & Attention to Detail
• Strong Communication & Interpersonal Skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel Proficiency

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic professional to lead a team of 10 to 15 Interior Designers. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving process excellence, ensuring project delivery, and building a high-performance team culture.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and mentor a team of 1015 interior designers.
• Drive the Design Process Transformation Roadmap to ensure smooth execution of projects.
• Achieve monthly team targets for design sign-offs.
• Define and implement strategic initiatives to sustain Business Excellence practices.
• Foster strong team spirit and maintain high morale within the team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time with the required quality standards.
• Conduct periodic audits to ensure operational processes align with organizational methodology.
• Monitor dashboards, audit observations, action plan trackers, and other sources to proactively address potential issues.

Required Experience, Skills, and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in team leadership within a fast-paced, dynamic business environment.
• Strong interpersonal and people management skills with the ability to inspire and lead by example.
• Prior experience in cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficiency in advanced Microsoft Excel and data-driven decision making.
• Client-centric mindset with a focus on delivering exceptional service.
• Highly organized, process-oriented, and analytical approach to problem-solving.
• Self-motivated individual who thrives on challenges and is committed to meeting corporate goals.
• Strong leadership skills to manage, develop, and motivate high-performing teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA / Postgraduate degree in Design Management, Operations, or Business Administration.
• Six Sigma Green Belt / Black Belt certification or equivalent process excellence qualification.
• Prior experience in interior design or related industries at a managerial level.
• Exposure to business transformation projects or process re-engineering.
• Proven record of scaling teams and driving operational efficiency.