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Designs and markets athletic footwear

Lead Retail Architect

Interior DesignConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeShanghai, ChinaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Interior Design or Architecture.
  • A minimum of 8–10 years of work experience in interior design for premium retail brands.
  • Experience leading design projects for premium retail stores from concept to completion, including franchise- or distributor-operated stores.
  • Working-level proficiency in English.
  • A proven track record in retail concept development or design management for key projects.
  • Expertise with 2D/3D software, including AutoCAD, SketchUp, Enscape, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe InDesign.
  • Expertise in interior material selection and usage.
  • Expertise in detail-oriented construction and fixture development.
  • Experience with local building codes, accessibility regulations, and other relevant construction constraints.
  • Experience working on fast-paced projects with consistently tight deadlines, multiple projects, and deliverables.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the end-to-end design process for direct-to-consumer and distributor-managed store projects, from initial concept through build-out.
  • Translate the company's brand, values, and visual identity into architectural design, ensuring consistency and quality across store environments.
  • Manage the appointed design team to deliver design packages, including zoning concepts, 3D modeling, visualizations, sample boards, and presentations for internal and external reviews.
  • Ensure compliance with global design guidelines, local building codes, landlord criteria, and applicable health and safety standards.
  • Partner with distributor clients, local architects, external design vendors, contractors, and suppliers to deliver spaces that meet company standards and timelines.
  • Review architectural drawings to verify alignment with approved design intentions.
  • Collaborate with Construction, Leasing, Retail Operations, Visual Experience and Merchandising, and IT teams to coordinate execution.
  • Monitor design progress, ensure on-brand execution, support landlord communications, and visit sites as needed.
  • Contribute to cross-functional projects spanning market analysis, retail strategy, concepts, final delivery, construction, and fit-out for all store types.
  • Work with stakeholders in Marketing, Commercial, and Visual Merchandising to create a consistent consumer experience across retail touchpoints.

About the Company

On

Designs and markets athletic footwear

On designs and markets athletic footwear and apparel from Switzerland. Its flagship running shoes use a patented CloudTec cushioning system that provides a soft landing and a firm takeoff, aiming to reduce muscle fatigue and prevent injuries. The lineup also includes hiking shoes, tennis shoes, sneakers, and a range of sportswear such as shorts, shirts, and jackets. On differentiates itself with the CloudTec technology, a Swiss-brand design ethos, and a direct-to-consumer and global retail approach that makes its products available in over 50 countries through retailers, distributors, and its own website. The company’s goal is to help people move better and stay active by offering high-performance footwear and apparel that supports running and other athletic activities.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Zurich, Switzerland
Founded
2010

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