Job Description

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North & South Asia - Business Overview

• North Asia covers 7 markets - Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Mongolia, Myanmar, Taiwan & Vietnam

• South Asia covers 9 markets - Australia, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore & Thailand

• You will have direct responsibility for driving all things Design across these territories with our world-class franchise partners, including new builds and remodels

• These markets have approximately 3400 trading restaurants with a very aggressive expansion plan and remodeling schedule

Responsibilities
Concept Design & Architecture

• Build the Brand through owning and driving Pizza Hut's Asia Region asset innovation and design strategies to deliver consumer-relevant, insights-driven, and cost-effective assets

• Deliver top-notch, global-leading assets in every restaurant build/action

• Spearhead holistic roll-out of comprehensive brand image standards across all consumer-facing touchpoints to drive brand image through current global approved design package.

• Ownership of all Pizza Hut franchise architectural plan submission, review, and approval processes, including post-construction audits to ensure compliance with brand standards

• Review layout and design of restaurants (i.e., equipment, seating, exterior elevations, etc.), relocations, and image enhancements for compliance with global standards, while enhancing each proposed design through creative input

• Implement the company's policies, programs, and specifications related to planning, construction, and design for all Pizza Hut restaurants

• Drive research and innovation in restaurant planning and design, incorporating regional insights and competitive benchmarking

• Identify construction and design cost-saving opportunities and ensure effective implementation

• Maintain up-to-date design and construction manuals, image enhancement guidelines, and communications systems for field partners

Support training and development of regional construction suppliers and design consultants
Project Management

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to review and finalize design approval packages for all new builds and remodels

• Manage the end-to-end design submission and approval process, including setting reminders, tracking status, and producing monthly progress reports

• Track and manage the regional remodel portfolio and obligations in coordination with the regional Development team

• Conduct post-construction audits of completed restaurants to ensure adherence to brand standards

• Upload post-construction CAPEX data and asset details to internal systems and dashboards to support visibility, compliance, and performance tracking across the region

Strategic

• Demonstrate Asia region concept design thought-partnership and successful collaboration with Dallas central leadership; provide industry insights and regional competitive benchmarking to monitor and inform retail design trends and their application for Pizza Hut

• Provide thought leadership to help define and develop asset strategies and processes to drive profitable growth and accelerate image upgrade pace

• Work with the Region's Development Team, GMs, and cross-functional partners to drive remodeling obligations and new unit build rate through CAPEX optimization and functional initiatives

• Drive process and discipline to improve the Pizza Hut business model and deliver world-class commercial focus

• Champion sustainability in asset strategies by developing and applying regionally relevant solutions

Requirements

• Architect/Designer with 8+ years' experience in commercial & retail projects, preferably with a multi-unit operator

• Experience with CAPEX optimization initiatives is a competitive advantage

• Excellent project management skills and the ability to deliver high-quality results under tight timelines

• Strong project portfolio and a good understanding of consumer trends in the retail space

• Proficiency in design-oriented software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Photoshop) is highly desired

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to advise, train, and influence stakeholders across diverse cultural backgrounds

• Effective communication, follow-up skills, and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset are essential

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