Fractional Associate Vice President, Store Design & Concept

The Company is seeking an Associate Vice President of Store Design & Concept to shape the creative direction and evolution of a multi-brand retail portfolio. Responsibilities include developing distinctive, commercially relevant concepts; translating brand positioning into physical environments; and creating design standards that balance consistency with local flexibility. The role leads flagship, temporary, and pop-up store concepts from initial vision through design development, while partnering with cross-functional teams to preserve design intent through execution. It also involves mentoring design and visualization talent, directing external creative partners, presenting recommendations to senior leaders, and advancing innovation in materials, sustainability, and customer experience. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture and be a registered architect, with 10–15 years of experience in architecture, retail design, or store concept development. Required qualifications include a strong portfolio of flagship or multi-brand retail work, experience developing design standards, and the ability to turn creative concepts into practical, buildable solutions. Applicants should understand spatial planning, materials, fixtures, lighting, customer journeys, and visual merchandising, and be skilled at balancing design goals with budget, construction, procurement, and operational needs. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Vectorworks, Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite is required, along with experience directing 3D visualization and managing external design partners.