Lead - Global Retail Design Architect

Location: Zurich

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In short

The On retail fleet is expanding, has big ambitions and we’re looking for a creative and confident Retail Design Architect Lead to help us take Retail to the next level.

The Retail Design Architect Lead will be building and leading key priority projects with a fast-turn timeline to deliver new concepts and pilots that push On’s retail environments to new levels of premium and brand excellence. The role reports to and works in collaboration with the Retail Design Creative Senior Lead, working directly with and in partnership with the global Head Retail Design, Retail Operations, Real Estate, Visual Experience, and Construction teams.

You will combine your design expertise with project management and leadership skills to play a critical role in new store concepts for DTC, B2B and showrooms that mark On’s next growth phase, address future trends in design, technology and human behavior. You will be tasked with creating the next generation in On’s retail environments.

Your Mission

Design On stores, guiding them from an empty shell to a fully realized fit-out, while ensuring consistent adherence to the On brand, aesthetic, and architectural identity.
Deliver comprehensive conceptual and schematic designs, covering zoning, preliminary studies, modeling, render visualization, and presentations.
Prepare internal approval presentations, incorporating 3D Interior Renderings, Sample Boards, and Storefront Elevations when necessary.
Collaborate with external design agencies, local architects, general contractors, and other suppliers to uphold On's retail standards.
Review and verify design drawings to ensure adherence to the design intent by assigned architects. .
Work closely with Project Managers on each project, developing solutions for construction and scheduling challenges.
Coordinate with various internal departments, including Construction Managers, Retail Operations, Visual Experience (VM), Retail Technology, and IT, to ensure flawless project completion.
Conduct on-site observations when required.

Your story

Degree and 8+ years in architectural or design field, with at least 5 in retail industry
Inspiring leader with minimum 5 years managing & fostering a creative culture
Experience working with multidisciplinary brand, marketing, construction teams, and diverse business stakeholders
Proven track record of successful retail concept development or design lead role of key projects
Expert in 2D/3D software: AutoCAD, Sketch-up, V-Ray, Adobe Suite, etc.
Expert in detail-oriented construction and fixture development.
Experience in building codes, accessibility regulations and other relevant construction constraints.
Experience in fast-paced projects with the ability to manage consistently tight deadlines, multiple projects and deliverables.
Efficient, confident and highly effective communicator, both written and verbal

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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.

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Ann

Senior Director of Brand Studio

I think something that unites people here is the pace and the drive. The ambition is quite high in everything we do and when you bring these people together, you see the outcome can be multiplied. It's super impressive to see what happens when you put these creative teams together who really help each other grow.

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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.

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.

Build the better you

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.