LIXIL - Associate Manager - Studio

Company Description:

LIXIL makes pioneering water and housing products that make better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere. Born in 2011 through a merger of five of Japan's most successful building materials and housing companies, we draw on our Japanese heritage to create world-leading technology and innovate to make high quality products that transform homes. Today, we're a global enterprise with approximately 60,000 employees in more than 150 countries worldwide, having expanded internationally by acquiring some of the most trusted names in our industry, including GROHE and American Standard. LIXIL combines meaningful design, an entrepreneurial spirit, a dedication to improving accessibility for all, and responsible business growth to make things that matter - to people, to communities, and to the world we live in. We are proud that our products touch the lives of more than a billion people every day but believe we have the potential to do so much more.

This is a full-time on-site role as an Associate Manager Studio located in Bengaluru. As an Associate Manager Studio, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the operations of the studio, including coordinating and managing project timelines, budgets, and resources. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects, provide leadership and guidance to the studio team, and contribute to the development and implementation of creative strategies.

What You'll do:

1.Client Engagement:

- Provide informative and engaging tours to clients, architects, designers, and builders, showcasing The Lixil Studio's offerings.

- Create an exceptional experience for visitors, answering questions, and highlighting key features.

2. Event Management and Vendor Coordination:

- Collaborate with the Brand Team to plan, coordinate, and execute various events at The Lixil Studio.

- Work closely with vendors to ensure seamless event logistics and delivery.

- Assist in marketing and promotion efforts related to events.

3. A&D Fraternity Engagement:

- Develop and deliver programs that engage the A&D community, positioning The Lixil Studio as a hub for thought leadership, networking, and collaboration.

- Foster relationships with A&D professionals, architects, and designers to promote engagement.

4. Program Management and Optimization:

- Manage ongoing programs and initiatives within the studio, continually seeking ways to optimize and improve.

- Collaborate cross-functionally with key partners and teams to achieve program objectives.

5. Architects and Designers Engagement Calendar:

- Define and execute a comprehensive A&D engagement calendar that includes various initiatives, such as largescale events, talk shows, small-format engagements, digital engagement strategies, sponsorships, awards, publications, and public relations efforts.

- Develop and execute marketing and PR campaigns to promote these initiatives.

6. Event Innovation and Vendor Development:

- Ideate and create new events that align with the studio's vision and objectives.

- Collaborate with vendors to create opportunities for mutually beneficial partnerships and sponsorships.

Qualifications:

- 5-10 years of Experience in Handling Luxury Retail/Hospitality Sales.

- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate and motivate teams

- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

- Experience in the creative industry, with a strong understanding of design principles and aesthetics

- Proficiency in project management software and tools

- Bachelor's/PG degree in a relevant field

This Opportunity is based out of Bangalore.