Retail Display Development Manager

Key Responsibilities

1. Retail Display Concept Development

• Develop innovative retail display concepts based on client briefs.

• Convert ideas into practical, manufacturable display solutions.

• Balance creativity with functionality and commercial feasibility.

• Research international retail display trends and introduce new concepts.

2. Display Engineering

• Engineer structurally sound display units.

• Prepare technical drawings and specifications.

• Select suitable construction methods and hardware.

• Ensure displays are easy to assemble, transport and maintain.

3. Material Expertise

• Recommend the right materials for every project.

• Maintain knowledge of MDF, plywood, acrylic, metal, aluminium, PET/PVC, corrugated board, foam board, LEDs, printing, powder coating, laminates and hardware.

• Continuously introduce new materials and technologies.

4. Prototype Development

• Own prototype planning and execution.

• Coordinate with vendors for prototype development.

• Validate functionality, finish, strength and manufacturability.

• Drive improvements before mass production.

5. Vendor Development

• Build and maintain a strong network of fabrication vendors.

• Identify new suppliers and manufacturing partners.

• Evaluate vendor capability, quality, pricing and turnaround time.

• Negotiate technical and commercial requirements.

6. Costing & Engineering

• Prepare BOMs and technical costing.

• Recommend cost optimisation without compromising quality.

• Support commercial teams during estimation.

7. Technical Execution Support

• Support production during manufacturing.

• Resolve technical issues during fabrication and installation.

• Review critical projects before dispatch.

8. Client Interaction

• Present display concepts and engineering solutions to clients.

• Explain material choices, costing implications and prototype recommendations.

• Represent Redma as the technical expert during key meetings.

9. Process Improvement & Innovation

• Develop engineering standards and SOPs.

• Create material and hardware libraries.

• Introduce innovative construction methods and display mechanisms.

• Share technical knowledge with internal teams.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Retail Display Engineering

• Display Concept Development

• Fabrication Knowledge

• Material Selection & Specifications

• Prototype Development

• Vendor Development & Sourcing

• Costing & BOM Preparation

• Technical Problem Solving

• Presentation & Client Interaction

• Innovation Mindset

• Execution & Quality Orientation

Preferred Experience

8–15 years of experience in retail display manufacturing, POSM, shopfitting, visual merchandising, exhibition structures or retail fixture development.