Lead - Retail Design, | Koç Kariyerim

What awaits you in this role?

We are looking for a passionate Lead - Retail Design who will join our team at Regional Marketing, Business Transformation & Growth Directorate.

You will be responsible for leading and executing creative design and architectural projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with our brand and operational excellence.

• Manage and coordinate retail design and merchandising project processes across all company brands in Türkiye & South Asia region, ensuring consistency, quality, and brand alignment,
• Develop innovative design concepts for stores, fairs and experiential spaces,
• Lead the full lifecycle of fair and exhibition projects, from creative design and detailed project development to tender documentation, vendor coordination, on-site implementation and installation management,
• Ensure brand consistency across all architectural applications,
• Prepare detailed design briefs and supervising design agecies and implementation,
• Follow up on project timelines and budgets,
• Work actively with internal stakeholders and external partners,
• Report progress and presenting design solutions,
• Take ownership and initiative throughout project phases,
• Support the team with creative problem-solving,
• Maintain quality standards and compliance in all design executions.

The position is located in Kadıköy, İstanbul.

How do we describe the perfect match?

• Bachelors degree in Architecture or Interior Architecture (Masters degree on Marketing is a plus),
• Minimum 6-8 years of experience in retail or interior design project management,
• Proven experience in managing creative agencies or design studios,
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative and innovative design solutions,
• Excellent command of both written and spoken English,
• Strong communication and presentation skills,
• Highly organized, disciplined, and detail-oriented, proactive in problem solving,
• Able to take initiative and manage multiple projects simultaneously,
• Experience in a corporate or retail environment is a strong asset,
• Flexible and open to new perspectives,
• A team player with a self-initiative mindset, where open communication is always our priority.