Lead Retail Store Designer

AT&T•Atlanta, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered. At AT&T, we empower leaders to drive change in a fast-evolving, connected world. Your strategic vision will help serve customers and transform lives through innovative solutions and impactful connections. As a Lead Retail Store Designer your tasks may include, but are not limited to, the following: Creatively resolve complex issues with broad and in-depth knowledge. Lead significant projects with strategic autonomy, influencing executive decisions. Mentor less experienced staff, implement long-term plans impacting the organization, and frequently collaborates with senior leadership.

Requirements

5+ years of related experience
Certification is required in some areas
Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired

Responsibilities

Store Layout Design: Create innovative and functional store layouts that optimize space utilization and enhance the customer shopping experience
Brand Alignment and Collaboration: Ensure all store designs are consistent with the brand’s visual identity and guidelines and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including marketing, operations, and store management to ensure cohesive and practical store designs.
Design Software Proficiency: Utilize CAD software and Vector works, as well as other design tools to create detailed floor plans, 3D models, and renderings of store layouts, and manage design projects from concept to completion, adhering to timelines and budgets.
Site Visits and Vendor Coordination: Conduct site visits to assess space requirements and gather necessary measurements and data, and coordinate with external vendors and contractors to ensure the implementation of design plans according to specifications.
Vendor Management: Define and manage vendor relationships end-to-end, including selection, onboarding, performance monitoring, inventory managing, issue resolution, and contract/SLA compliance. Ensure vendors meet delivery, quality, security, and cost expectations through regular reviews, risk management, and continuous improvement.
Project Management: Lead key national design initiatives by defining scope, schedule, budget, resources, and deliverables, while coordinating cross-functional stakeholders to ensure on-time, on-budget execution. Proactively manage risks, issues, dependencies, and communications, providing clear status reporting and driving timely decisions.
Trend Analysis and Compliance: Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies in retail design to continually enhance store layouts and customer experience, ensuring all designs comply with local building codes, safety regulations, and accessibility standards.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Caregiver Leave
Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
Adoption Reimbursement
Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Extensive employee wellness programs
Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone