Job Descrption
The Company
Korea Foods Company is the leader in the supply of Korean food in the UK. A family-run business, established in 1999, Korea Foods Company has over 400 employees working within its Head Office, Logistics Centres, and Retail Stores.
We import from key brands in Korea, and distribute to the Asian community, focusing on East Asian consumers. We have also seen substantial growth within the supermarket multiples, securing significant listings with Tesco, Morrisons, Asda, and Costco.
We also operate our own retail store network, currently with 18 stores within the estate, with more opening in 2024/5.
Growth has been consistently double-digit, with a sales turnover in excess of £75 million.
The company is an incredibly dynamic and fast-paced place to work, with ambiguity and transparency that is often associated with family-run businesses. It is, also, whilst not for the faint-hearted, a rewarding workplace where personal achievements are recognised due to the relatively flat... management structure.
Key Responsibilities
· Concept Development: Create visually compelling set designs and retail displays that inspire customers and align with Seoul Plaza brand identity.
· Store Layouts: Develop and refine store layouts, integrating new fixtures, furniture, lighting, and decorative elements, ensuring the space is both functional and beautiful.
· Oversee Installations: Lead the installation team to ensure that all designs are executed perfectly within the given time frame. Oversee the setup of window displays, room sets, and event-specific installations.
· Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, retail operations to align design and visual merchandising strategies with brand campaigns.
· Cooperation: Cooperate with project manager from start to finish, including budget management, timelines, and coordinating external contractors and suppliers when needed.
Key Skills and Experience
· Proven experience in retail design, interior design.
· Leadership skills with experience overseeing installation teams or design projects from conception to completion.
· Knowledge of visual merchandising principles and the ability to translate brand identity into physical spaces.
· Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Studio Max, SketchUp, or other 3D design tools is a plus.
· Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and present ideas clearly.
Preferred qualifications
· Hold a local/EU Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture or Architecture
· Good understanding of UK building regulations and standards relevant to the project/role
· Strong experience delivering retail projects, ideally 3+ years.
· Strong technical knowledge. Adobe CS and AutoCAD (Knowledge of Studio Max and SketchUp recommended)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £38,000.00-£42,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
• Yearly bonus
Benefits:
• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Store discount
Schedule:
• Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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