Our Client, a luxury retail brand is recruiting for A Visual Merchandising Manager .
The incumbent will be responsible for creating visually appealing displays and ensuring that the in-store presentation reflects the brand's image and enhances the customer experience.
Here are the key duties: Create and implement visual merchandising plans that align with the brand's identity, marketing campaigns, and seasonal themes.
Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to design promotions, launches, and events that drive foot traffic and sales.
Plan, design, and execute window displays, interior displays, and signage to create an engaging and cohesive store experience.
Ensure displays are regularly updated to reflect new arrivals, trends, and seasonal changes.
Ensure all visual merchandising elements are consistent with brand guidelines and luxury standards.
Monitor store environments to maintain cleanliness, organization, and an appealing aesthetic.
Train store staff on visual merchandising principles, brand standards, and display techniques.
Provide feedback and coaching to store teams to maintain visual standards.
Use sales data and customer feedback to assess the effectiveness of displays and make data-driven decisions for future merchandising strategies.
Adjust visual displays to optimize product placement and maximize sales opportunities.
Work closely with the buying, marketing, and retail teams to ensure merchandise is displayed effectively and promotions are properly supported.
Collaborate with store managers to execute visual merchandising plans and address any store-specific needs.
Manage the visual merchandising budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources while maintaining high standards of presentation.
Source and procure props, display materials, and fixtures within budget constraints.
Keep up with the latest trends in visual merchandising, luxury retail, and interior design.
Adapt merchandising strategies to reflect current fashion trends, market demands, and competitor activities.
Develop and execute plans for seasonal, holiday, and thematic displays that create excitement and align with the brands messaging.
Coordinate the installation and dismantling of displays in line with campaign timelines.
Oversee inventory of display materials, fixtures, and props, ensuring they are in good condition and available when needed.
Plan for the timely ordering and replenishment of visual merchandising supplies.
Conduct regular store visits to assess visual merchandising standards and provide guidance for improvement.
Prepare reports and recommendations based on store audits and visual assessments.
This position is an Employment Equity position and open to such Applications
