Senior Visual Merchandising Associate - Bloomingdale''s Home, Dubai Mall

Al Tayer Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Tayer Group in Dubai seeks a Senior Visual Merchandising Associate to lead and execute visual merchandising strategies that elevate product presentation and brand image. You will create captivating displays and mentor junior merchandisers, collaborating with store teams and marketing to ensure cohesive visuals across locations.

The role requires a graduate in fine or commercial arts and 3–5 years' VM/merchandising experience, with flexibility for night shifts and weekend work to support

Qualifications

• Graduate in any discipline with tertiary qualifications in fine or commercial arts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic visual merchandising plans aligned with brand campaigns.
• Design and set up innovative displays to showcase products and attract customers.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior visual merchandising team members.
• Collaborate with store managers and interior designers to optimize layout, traffic flow and product placement.
• Ensure all visual elements are consistent with brand identity and guidelines across channels.
• Stay informed about industry trends and integrate insights into merchandising approaches.
• Plan and execute seasonal and promotional displays coordinating with marketing and sales teams.
• Oversee and maintain VM materials, fixtures and props.
• Create visually impactful signage and promotional materials to support marketing initiatives.
• Act as a bridge between VM manager, design and sales teams to align strategies with promotions and launches.

Skills

Computer literacy

Work outside office hours

Creative

Curiosity about retail

Methodical & organized

Night shifts flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s/Graduate in fine or commercial arts

Job description

The Senior Visual Merchandising Associate is a key role within the VM department, responsible for leading and executing visual merchandising strategies to enhance the overall presentation of products and promote brand image. This position involves creating captivating displays, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring junior visual merchandisers. The Senior Visual Merchandising Associate plays a crucial role in driving sales, maintaining brand consistency, and elevating the customer shopping experience.

At Al Tayer Insignia, your career is more than a job — it’s a journey into the heart of luxury retail. For over 40 years, we’ve partnered with the world’s most iconic brands, creating award-winning retail experiences across our boutiques, department stores, and leading online platforms. With stores and outlets across the GCC and a truly seamless omnichannel presence, we bring style, innovation, and heritage together. Here, you’ll join a diverse, customer obsessed, passionate team that celebrates creativity, values individuality, and empowers you to grow. Join us on our journey, reimagining fashion and redefining the meaning of luxury in the region.

Responsibilities

• Visual Merchandising Strategy: Develop and implement strategic visual merchandising plans aligned with the brand's overall business objectives following the same thematic and concept of each ongoing campaign.
• Display Creation and Execution: Design and set up innovative displays to showcase products, utilizing creative techniques, props, and visual elements to attract and engage customers.
• Leadership and Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior visual merchandising team members, fostering their professional growth and ensuring consistent execution of visual standards across all locations.
• Store Layout and Design: Collaborate with store managers and interior designers to optimize store layout, traffic flow, and product placement to maximize customer engagement and sales.
• Brand Identity and Compliance: Ensure all visual elements are consistent with the brand's identity and guidelines, maintaining a cohesive visual representation across different channels.
• Market Trends and Insights: Stay informed about industry trends, customer preferences, and competitor strategies, incorporating this knowledge into the visual merchandising approach.
• Seasonal and Promotional Changes: Plan and execute seasonal and promotional displays, coordinating with marketing and sales teams to align with upcoming campaigns and events.
• Fixture and Prop Management: Oversee and maintain the visual merchandising materials, fixtures, and props.
• Visual Communication: Create visually impactful signage, banners, and promotional materials to support marketing initiatives and enhance in-store communication.
• Collaboration and communication: act as a bridge between the Visual Merchandising manager, design, and sales teams to align visual merchandising strategies with promotional activities and product launches.

Qualifications

• Education Graduate in any discipline with tertiary qualifications in fine or commercial arts
• Experience 3- 5 years’ experience in VM/merchandising role
• Functional Skills
  • Computer Literacy
  • Willingness and ability to work outside office hours and on weekends
  • Creative with a passion for retail industry
  • Always curious to discover what’s new in the world of Retail
  • Methodical and organized approach with deadline achievement essential
  • Flexibility in attending business needs through night shifts