Design Specialist, Styles and Trends

Please note that :

Our Hybrid Workplace Policy establishes that associates need to have a reliable transportation to and from our corporate head office located in Boucherville (Quebec), to come to the office on a regular basis.

We require all our head office associates to be proficient in French, spoken and written.

At RONA, over 22,000 employees let their passion blossom every day. Our teams are driven by the desire to help people bring their projects to life and are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve.

We operate or service some 425 corporate and affiliated dealer stores. With a distinctive product and service offering and complementary store formats ranging from neighbourhood hardware stores to big box stores, our RONA+, RONA, R é no-D é p ô t, and Dick ’ s Lumber banners are well equipped to help meet the needs of all DIYers and contractors.

You ’ ve got the talent? We ’ ve got the tools! Here, your work and ideas will contribute to building a flourishing organization.

Your voice will always be heard and valued. You ’ ll find career opportunities that live up to your ambitions and be able to further develop your unique set of skills.

So, if you ’ re looking to do what you love, we could be a perfect match

Our expectations

Reporting to the Manager, Design, Styles and Trends, the designer will work on various assignments like trends research, product development and design, as well as the creation of inspiring and functional layouts, highlighting our assortment products.

Your role

• Monitor current trends and styles in interior and home products
• Create graphic presentations to communicate the styles and trends identified
• Design seasonal collections and illustrate design requirements for product development
• Execute product development kits, inspiration boards, and other communication tools
• Work on product optimization with different collaborators
• Collaborate with different teams to support marketing initiatives to achieve sales objectives
• Design and draw aesthetic and functional spaces (2D and 3D)
• Create technical layout plans (residential and commercial)
• Collaborate with different teams by providing design expertise

The qualifications we are looking for

• Degree in Interior Design or Industrial Design with experience in interior design
• At least 2 years of experience in the field
• Experience in commercial design (an asset)
• Experience in research, iteration, and development of large-scale manufactured products
• Knowledge of home improvement and DIY (an asset)
• Good eye, aesthetic sensitivity, creativity, and innovation
• Proficiency with the following applications : Microsoft Office, Adobe, AutoCAD, Sketchup, and other 3D drawing software
• Our Hybrid Workplace Policy establishes that associates need to have a reliable transportation to and from our corporate head office located in Boucherville (Quebec), to come to the office on a regular basis.
• We require all our head office associates to be proficient in French, spoken and written.

By joining the RONA family, you ’ ll enjoy many benefits, such as :

• A fitness centre, sports activities, and showers
• A childcare centre that can accommodate up to 78 children
• A cafeteria with a delicious menu prepared by a dedicated chef, healthy options, as well as FARO Roasting Houses and Tim Hortons coffee stations
• Exclusive employee discounts, plus a 10% discount on store merchandise (at all RONA locations)
• Benefits : retirement savings plan, annual bonuses, student incentive program, etc.
• Electric car charging stations
• Career growth opportunities within the company
• An inclusive and safe working environment
• Promotion of work-life balance
• An employer that ’ s involved in the community
• And much more!

RONA is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, nationality, age, disability, or any other protected status.