VM Production Manager｜ビジュアルクリエイティブデザインとして日本におけるバーバリーブランドを広げる

JOB PURPOSE

The VM Production Manager is responsible for delivering brand-enhancing windows, instore touchpoints and other creative brand moments in the Japan region.

RESPONSIBILITIES

WINDOW AND POP UP/IN

• Partner closely with Head Office in London to coordinate, produce and install all visual creative projects (windows, touchpoints, pop ups etc) in retail locations across Japan.
• Manage the creation of window layouts based on creative guidelines from Central HO to produce high quality window schemes in the most cost efficient manner.
• Manage external vendor: communicating creative briefs, working with vendors by quickly communicating updates, negotiating prices, and ensuring PO process is followed.
• Support and develop the field VM team by providing regular feedback and hands-on assistance with window installations to help refine the processes and upskill the teams.

DISPLAY TOOLS/ GRAPHICS/ ETC

• Manage and oversee the selection, production and installation of other creative projects e.g: graphics, vinyls, props etc.
• Liaise with multiple external vendors: Identifying and sourcing props, materials, hardware etc, and build a database of quality suppliers and manufacturers.
• Liaise closely with logistic team: Communicating import props details, packing list, expected delivery schedule.

COMMUNICATION

• Conduct the window brief meeting for store VMA and store managers: creation of window guideline packs to communicate to store team, including layouts, install details and other helpful tips as well as coordination of creative calendar for installations within the region.
• Liaise closely with various cross functional partners (Architecture, Facilities, Marketing, CRM etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Extensive design background demonstrating detailed knowledge of display processes and technical disciplines.
• Fluent Japanese and Business-level English language.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with a passion for innovation, creativity and perfection.
• Ability to manage and deliver large scale projects installing over a large number of locations at the same time.
• Excellent computer skills including Adobe CS, Photoshop, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.
• Additional experience in 3d modeling, Rhino Sketch Up, Cinema 4d is preferable.
• Expert understanding of production techniques both 2D and 3D.