Receptionist

thera ladies fitness club; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Visual Merchandising Leader to enhance store presentation and drive sales. This role involves leading a team, ensuring effective training, and implementing strategic visual merchandising techniques. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Communication and Interior Design, with at least five years of experience in a similar role. Join a dynamic retail environment where your contributions will directly impact store performance and customer satisfaction. If you are passionate about design and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a relevant field, preferably within IKEA stores.
• Ability to lead and implement range presentation solutions.

Responsibilities

• Support visual merchandising techniques to enhance commerciality.
• Oversee daily operations and ensure competence development of staff.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Analytical skills

Planning and presentation

Education

5+ years in Communication & Interior Design

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for ensuring that the visual expression of the store aligns with IKEA manuals, fully implementing the IKEA Concept. Achieves the set time plans and budgets for each project as defined by the Com&In Manager.

What you will do

Commercial

• Support the Market hall areas and add-on sales of the Market hall range in the showroom using visual merchandising techniques to increase commerciality.
• Lead the work brief process together with Sales Managers and Logistics Manager.
• Oversee daily and weekly practical work by specialist co-workers in the Com&In department, ensuring continuous competence development.
• Assist shopkeepers with range presentation changes due to range updates, sales drops, or stock issues, providing expert advice to optimize presentation and sales.

Operational

• Participate in other store projects, such as rebuilding business areas based on feedback or performance issues.
• Support Visual Merchandisers in projects or activities planned for the store.

People Management & Development

• Ensure all visual merchandisers are trained in safety and security related to equipment use to prevent accidents.
• Confirm proper training and development programs for VMs to support store performance and succession planning.
• Participate in recruiting Visual Merchandisers, ensuring vacancies are filled promptly with suitable candidates.
• Promote positive employee survey results and address areas of low satisfaction.

Required Skills

• Ability to lead planning, presentation, and implementation of range presentation solutions.
• Leadership qualities and lead by example.
• Analytical and tactical skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the Communication & Interior Design department within one or more IKEA stores.

About Al-Futtaim Retail

Al-Futtaim Retail has been a leader in retail across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia for over 30 years. We partner with renowned brands such as IKEA, ACE, Toys R Us, Inditex (Zara, Mango, Bershka, P&B), and Marks and Spencer, operating over 75 stores. We have introduced brands like Watsons and B&Q to the Middle East and continue to expand and innovate. Join us to make a difference and be part of our diverse workforce across 12 countries.