Store Planning & Facilities Manager

• Assist and overview the development of a strategic plan on projects for more effective distribution of the company resources, i.e. capex, external services etc. in alignment with the director of the department
• Manage the collection of data for project schedules in a timely manner
• Select, monitor, and evaluate the quality of the performances and services done by different contractors and consultants
• Comply with corporate guidelines and codes for any new or existing store concepts and monitor rollouts
• Work with regional team and external quality surveying (QS) consultants to manage tendering process per company’s compliance and guidelines
• Responsible for reviewing relevant documentations required in the construction field for any new entry contractors and consultants in different work areas, i.e. exterior façade building works, interior fit-out, millwork suppliers, electrical and mechanical works as well as various services to be studied by chartered professionals such as structural engineering and fire services field
• Work with regional teams to ensure the General Contractor, millwork and consultant contracts are stipulated based on Worldwide Store Planning policy and legal guidelines
• Review layouts of new openings and refurbishment projects
• Submit all drawing submissions to corporate design team in timely manner
• Coordinate material sampling with local team and submit to corporate design team for approval
• New furniture and interior design development in cooperation with corporate store planning teams in the region
• Review construction drawing package from local fit-out contractors and millwork suppliers to be aligned with store bible book updated by the corporate design team, including all lighting, floor finishes, storefront drawing and other relevant architectural details
• Review all completion report and do on-site inspections
• Monitor QS consultants’ work to assure services comply with terms and conditions of the contracts and practice
• Collect close out documentation and as built drawings
• update suppliers’ database and quality assessment
• Responsible for overseeing the overall repairs and maintenance, facility operation and continued architectural requirements of the region, working closely to the store Operations and vendors/contractors to identify problems, develop short and/or long-term sustainable solutions and coordinate all work. The scope includes scheduling, coordinating, negotiating, as well as following through of all Mexico retail facilities maintenance such as HVAC, cleaning, MEP, fire protection systems, elevator inspections, general repairs as well as store close outs

• Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Product Design or related discipline
• Minimum 6 years relevant experience of working in an architecture firm, in-house design team or interior design team etc.
• Fluent in Spanish and English
• Project management experience from other luxury industries, working with tendering, cost estimation, contract documentation a plus
• Good knowledge of retail space design
• Must be highly organized and detail oriented
• Ability to meet deadlines and set goals in the order of priority and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Results oriented
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Highly proficient with software such as CAD, Adobe suite, Office suite (PPT and XLS)
• Flexibility to travel with short notice domestically and internationally - amount to be determined based on the needs of the business
• Able to work a demanding schedule, which can include on an ad-hoc basis evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Qualified candidates must have the proper work authorization to work in Mexico

Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering, and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment