Director - A & D

October 20, 2024

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Caesarstone US is a company specializing in the design and manufacture of durable, high-quality countertops made from quartz, porcelain, and other natural stone materials. Founded in 1987, Caesarstone has been at the forefront of surface innovation, pioneering unique and one-of-a-kind designs for multi-application use. The company offers a range of collections tailored to meet diverse aesthetic preferences, supported by tools such as visualizers and augmented reality features to help consumers visualize their chosen aesthetics in their actual spaces. Committed to sustainability, Caesarstone's business practices are guided by strong environmental, social, and governance standards. Their products are designed to combine craftsmanship with safety and durability, backed by a lifetime warranty. Caesarstone is aimed at both homeowners and professionals, providing inspiration, resources, and customer testimonials to assure quality and service.

Quartz • Countertop • Kitchen • Bath • Design

201 - 500 employees

Founded 1987

🏠 Real Estate

🛍️ eCommerce

📋 Description

• The Director of Architecture & Design (A&D) is a critical leadership role responsible for driving specifications at the inception of the project pipeline. • Lead the A&D team, ensuring that the company's products are specified by architects and designers early in the project planning process. • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key architects, designers, and specifiers within the commercial, multi-family, and high-end residential sectors. • Monitor industry trends, emerging design practices, and technological advancements to inform product development and specification strategies. • Oversee the management of the project pipeline, ensuring that the A&D team is proactively identifying and influencing projects. • Champion the company’s products within the architectural and design communities. • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure that the A&D strategy is aligned with overall business objectives. • Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for the A&D team, regularly assessing progress and making adjustments to optimize outcomes.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Design, Business, or a related field. • An advanced degree or professional certification in architecture or design (e.g., AIA, NCIDQ) is preferred. • Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in the architecture and design industry, with a focus on driving product specifications in the commercial, multi-family, and high-end residential sectors. • Strong leadership abilities with experience managing and developing a team of professionals in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. • Deep understanding of the architecture and design process, including how specifications are made and how to influence decision-makers. • Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with architects, designers, and other key specifiers. • Ability to develop and execute a strategic plan that drives specifications and aligns with broader business goals. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders. • Strong analytical abilities to assess market trends, project pipelines, and A&D team performance, with the capacity to make data-driven decisions. • Deep knowledge of building materials and products, with the ability to advocate for their use in architectural and design specifications. • Ability to travel as needed to engage with architects, designers, and specifiers, and to support the A&D team in key markets.