Window Design Manager

Our Story
From its inception in 1994, Chrissie Ruckers vision was to build a company that specialised in stylish, white, designer-quality items for the home that were not only exceptional quality but also outstanding value for money. In addition to this devotion to simplicity, it was imperative the customer was put at the heart of everything and provided with a second-to-none shopping experience - and so The White Company was born.
Today, the company that began as a 12-page mail-order brochure has become one of the UKs fast-growing multi-channel retailers and a leading lifestyle brand with over 72 stores across the UK and a highly successful online business.

The Role
Working within the head office Visual Merchandising team, the Window Design Manager is responsible for the creative direction and design development of all window schemes, ensuring the timely delivery of all elements whilst remaining within budget.
The Window Design Manager understands the requirements of our stores and customers to develop windows that support product and seasonal storytelling.

What youll be doing

• Create innovative, commercial window display solutions of all product categories across The White Company.
• Partnering with Marketing & Brand on the Window response to brief to ensure design progress reflects the seasonal direction.
• Delivering directional window expertise to the business through new materials, design trends and craftsmanship techniques. Prototyping to demonstrate and develop innovation.
• Present concepts and designs to the directors, seeking solutions to amendments whilst retaining a consistent brand image.
• Support the Window communications & creative co-ordinator post sign off - managing the process of scheme production and ordering, ensuring that it runs to schedule and is delivered within budget and the creation of window communication.
• Manage the budgets on window displays, where possible assist with the procurement of schemes and props by tendering to suppliers.
• Working with the Area VM Managers to ensure that guidelines are working effectively and that there is consistency in the way that the windows are represented across the stores.
• Supporting and delivering the in-store presentation of each Model Store. Working with the VM team to deliver a completed store presentation at the beginning of each season to the highest standards.
• Planning new store opening windows and any additional guidance and advice on layouts required as the stores open including support with the installation itself.
• Supporting the Head of Visual Merchandising with ad hoc projects, including press events, B2B and company events.
• Manage and supporting the Window communication & creative Co-ordinator in their personal development.
• Undertake seasonal store visits, monitor competitor activity and report back in team and departmental meetings.

What skills & experience youll need

• A minimum of 5 years experience of window design, in a similar Head Office Role with a comparable retail brand in both size and market position.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written including PC skills such as Microsoft Word and Excel, InDesign, SketchUp and Photoshop.
• Ability to work well independently, under pressure and to tight deadlines. Can respond positively to changing priorities.
• Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and drive them for continuous improvement.
• Must be highly organised, with strong written and verbal skills and take responsibility for own workload.
• Knowledge of competition and industry trends.

Our Equality Diversity and Inclusion statement of commitment
At The White Company we are committed to creating an inclusive culture that welcomes and celebrates a diversity of backgrounds and identities.
We are working together to ensure our environment is one where people can bring their authentic selves to work, where their contribution is valued, ability enhanced, and perspective appreciated.
Where difference is respected, encouraged, and celebrated. Where you can feel you belong. We are committed to an active Equality Diversity and Inclusion Policy, which starts with our recruitment and selection process.
We'd love you to join us on our journey.

Our Sustainability statement of commitment
We are committed to building a sustainable legacy that will enable a brighter future for people and our planet. We believe this should be reflected in everything we do.

PRIDE in everything we do
P PASSION: We are passionate about putting our customers first. We are always determined to do whats right for our people and about the brand we work for.
R RESOURCEFUL: We are resourceful when it comes to making things happen. We focus on whats important at all times. We are creative thinkers and problem solvers
I IMAGINATIVE: We are imaginative and always aim for perfect simplicity. We ensure our ideas continually inspire our customers. We use our imagination to delight our people
D DEDICATED: We are dedicated to detail. We are committed to our People. We will always celebrate the moments that matter.
E EVERYONE: We care for everyones wellbeing. We know everyone plays an important role and makes a difference. We share our vision with everyone. Its not just about you. Its not just about us. Its all of us together. We are everyone

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Location: North West London, GB

Posted Date: 9/27/2024