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Store Design Specialist

Build-A-Bear Workshop
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The Specialist, Store Design, will play a key role in collaborating with the Project Manager to develop inspiring retail environments that reflect Build-A-Bear’s brand identity and deliver an outstanding guest experience. 

Responsibilities: 

                Design Execution: 

  • Work with new store Tenant Coordinators and Architects
  • Creating 2D/3D visual presentation drawings & technical sketches to communicate concepts
  • Assist in creating floor plans, store designs, and fixtures for new concepts with challenging spaces
  • Create interior and exterior elevations for effective space management, fixtures, and graphic design

Project Oversight:

  • Coordinating multiple store projects concurrently and monitoring progress to ensure timely delivery
  • Collect, evaluate, and respond to internal and external stakeholders on design adjustments
  • Effectively manage communications, weekly meetings, and follow-up coordination 
  • Review of Tenant Design Guidelines to identify potential issues or opportunities during the design stage
  • Liaison with Tenant Coordinators at the beginning of construction projects to address design elements in accordance with the Tenant Design Guide ensuring the best possible results 
  • Reviews blueprints and fixture & graphic orders for accuracy

Maintenance & Operations:

  • Organizing design libraries and archiving assets
  • Support communication and project update presentations Executive and Interdepartmental Review
  • Update and maintain the Store Development Report
  • Maintains inventory database for used fixtures and stuffers

Required Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in interior design, Architecture, Engineer, or related field
  • 3 years of experience in store design or retail space planning
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, SketchUp, PhotoShop or similar design software
  • Strong understanding of design principles, space planning, and construction techniques

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • 5+ year of experience with retail store design in a corporate or agency environment
  • Knowledge of sustainable design practices
  • Familiarity with ADA and building code regulations
  • Portfolio showcasing store design projects
  • Proficiency Auto CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and SketchUp

Behavioral Traits for Success: 

  • Strong commitment to tasks being completed correctly and on time
  • Understanding and collaborative 
  • Thrives in a structured environment
  • Comfortable making decisions in area of expertise 
  • Communication style is factual and sincere
  • Willingness to follow established policies, processes, and procedures 
  • Enjoys working at a somewhat faster-than-average pace

Working Environment: 

  • Typical office environment with climate control and sufficient lighting, ergonomic desk/chairs
  • Corporate Office located St. Louis, MO
  • Travel potential up to 10%
  • Lifting above 35 pounds
  • Available for occasional after-hours calls/meeting 

 

Your Performance Will Be Measured On: 

Your performance will be measured by your ability to achieve annual department objectives and corporate goals which include but are not limited to the following.

  • Design quality and innovation
  • Creativity in problem solving
  • Adherence to project timelines and budgets
  • Decision-making, judgment, and execution
  • Successful implementation of store designs 
  • Feedback from internal stakeholders and store teams