In short

On is expanding its retail presence and shaping the future of performance retail. We’re looking for a dynamic Retail Design Lead, reporting to the Sr. Lead - Retail Design, to help bring our vision to life across the Americas. In this role, you’ll lead the store design workstream for new retail locations — with a primary focus on franchise stores — in close collaboration with internal teams and external partners.

You’ll combine strong design thinking with project management skills to create spaces that reflect On’s unique identity and elevate the customer experience. This is a key role in supporting On’s next phase of growth and innovation in physical retail.

Your Mission

  • Lead the end-to-end design process for franchise store projects, and support DTC (Direct-to-Consumer) store openings when needed — from initial concept through to build-out

  • Translate On’s brand, values, and visual identity into architectural design, ensuring consistency and quality across all store environments

  • Deliver design packages, including zoning concepts, 3D modeling, visualizations, sample boards, and presentations for internal approvals

  • Ensure compliance with On’s global design guidelines, local building codes, landlord criteria, and health and safety standards

  • Partner with franchisees, local architects, external design firms, contractors, and suppliers to deliver spaces that meet On’s standards and timelines

  • Review architectural drawings to verify alignment with the approved design concept and intent

  • Collaborate closely with internal teams — Leasing, Construction, Retail Operations, Visual Experience (VM), Retail Technology, and IT — for a coordinated and smooth execution

  • Monitor design progress, ensure on-brand execution, and support landlord communications, visiting sites as needed throughout the project lifecycle

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  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
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  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera
  • Man and woman sat at desks talking
  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera
  • Man and woman sat at desks talking
  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera

Your story

  • 6+ years of experience in an architectural or design role, designing for premium retail brands

  • Led design projects for premium retail stores from concept through completion

  • Technical expertise in 2D and 3D drawing and rendering, using tools such as AutoCAD, SketchUp or Enscape, V-Ray, Adobe Creative Suite

  • Experience in construction detailing and fixture development, with a deep understanding of how design translates into build environments

  • Knowledge of building codes, accessibility standards, and other relevant construction regulations

  • Fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is required

  • Willingness to travel up to 15% of the time; travel percentage will fluctuate based on business needs

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About the Team

At On, we stimulate creativity and innovation and foster On spirit within everything we do. You will be part of our small but dynamic Retail Design team responsible for multiple cross-functional projects ranging from market analysis, retail strategy and concepts to supporting the teams that develop and execute fit-outs ranging from Shop-in-Shops to large flagships. At On, we believe in pushing the limits of what’s possible—both in our products and in the experiences we create.

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Explorer

Explorer

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Creativity at On starts with our Explorer Spirit, so in Marketing, we celebrate curiosity, vision and tenacity. Hey, we like to push the envelope.

Learn about our Spirits
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Peter

Global Marketing Lead, Zürich

We need people outside of the box from the beginning. And that's why I think marketing is a great place if you just feel creative… so you can really bring in those ideas and then drive the whole content forward that we're creating.
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What we offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

Typical cash compensation range for this position inclusive of base + bonus: $100,000-$124,000. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate including experience, industry knowledge, qualifications, skill set, and location. Certain roles may be eligible for equity compensation in addition to cash compensation. At On we understand cash compensation is just one piece of your total rewards package.

In addition to cash compensation, On offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with a industry leading PTO package, and competitive 401k program. Additional perks and benefits include: 11 paid US holidays, corporate office closure between Christmas and New Year, and a plethora of product perks!

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination. We are requesting that you provide sensitive demographic information such as gender identity and race/ethnicity to help us ensure that we are creating equitable and fair experiences for all potential future team members. You are not required to provide this demographic information and this information will in no way impact your eligibility for hire.

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What to expect

We want to set everyone up for success, so here’s the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.

Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.

Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine – it creates that 'Wow' moment.