GM - Projects (Store design & planning) @ Mumbai_Urgent

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GM - Projects (Store design & planning) @ Mumbai_Urgent Brief Overview of the Role: ROLE PURPOSE To lead and drive strategic space planning, design optimization, and retail execution initiatives that align with business objectives and enhance market presence. The role involves collaborating across teams to implement global store concepts, innovating through technology, managing budgets, and delivering strategic insights to create functional, adaptive, and efficient retail environments. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the Space Planning Team: Oversee and guide the team in designing and optimizing retail spaces to align with business goals. Drive Execution and Development Strategy: Manage the strategic planning and seamless execution of space planning initiatives. Collaborate on Global Concept Rollouts: Work closely with international teams to implement and localize global store concepts. Represent the Planning Team: Act as the spokesperson for the store planning and presentation team across all organizational levels. Strengthen Business Footprint: Partner with the business development team to identify opportunities and expand market presence. Provide Strategic Design Insights: Analyse trade zones and site adaptability to deliver innovative and functional store designs. Manage Budgets and Resources: Oversee demand creation budgets and resource allocation to ensure efficient retail model rollouts. Innovate Through Technology: Research, evaluate, and implement technology solutions to enhance store planning and solution delivery. Bridge Business and Technology: Collaborate with business leaders and subject-matter experts to translate requirements into strategic technological solutions. Lead Concept Implementation: Work with stakeholders to bring concepts to life, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and vision. ROLE SPECIFICATIONS QUALIFICATION Diploma in Architecture/ Planning & Design/ Civil Engineering or PMP certification EXPERIENCE 13+ years in a managerial capacity of leading independent Retail Design Development projects in Shopping Malls, Individual store design, Office cum Warehouses, Residential apartments and providing Design Management services COMPETENCIES Knowledge of spaces, spatial layouts, spatial planning Knowledge of Architectural detailing, Construction Methodology and Civil / MEP / Interior work estimation Contract Administration Construction Management Design, Cost and Project Management understanding Excellent Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication Planning and Organizing Resourcefulness Problem Solving Decision-Making