Visual Merchandiser

IKEA; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home furnishing retailer in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Visual Merchandiser to enhance store displays and ensure alignment with brand standards and IKEA manuals. The candidate will plan and execute various shop displays while collaborating with design and sales teams to implement effective display solutions. Requirements include a Degree or Diploma in Interior Designing or Architecture, 3-5 years of retail design experience, and excellent English communication skills. Proficiency in Arabic is preferred. This role is on-site and vital for maintaining brand integrity and engaging customers effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in retail interior design or visual merchandising.
• Proven ability to visualize, design, and communicate home furnishing and retail solutions.
• Excellent command of the English language; proficiency in Arabic is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan accessory shops, windows, and displays ensuring IKEA concept integrity.
• Collaborate with Interior Designers for inspirational display solutions.
• Research home furnishing solutions according to local market trends.

Skills

Visual communication

Attention to detail

Knowledge of home furnishing

Understanding market trends

Education

Degree or Diploma in Interior Designing or Architecture

Job description

Company description

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Job description

Overview Of The Role: The Visual Merchandiser is responsible for ensuring the visual expression of the store aligns with IKEA manuals, securing the full implementation of the IKEA Concept. This role involves planning and executing a variety of shop displays and ensuring that functional home furnishing solutions are showcased. Success in this role requires collaboration with various teams to enhance sales and execute commercial strategies, while maintaining brand integrity and adhering to local legislation.

What You Will Do:

• Plan and coordinate the execution of accessory shops, shop windows, activity podiums, perimeter breaks, self-serve, Swedish Food Market and Exit Cafe displays in IKEA.
• Ensure the integrity of the IKEA concept and brand by following IKEA manuals to produce functional home furnishing solutions within the store.
• Collaborate with Interior Designers to ensure functional and inspirational display solutions are in line with running commercial activities.
• Liaise with Sales and In-Store Logistics teams to implement projects or daily sales steering activities efficiently using IKEA display solutions, communication, and sales methods.
• Support the planning and implementation of the store commercial calendar.
• Ensure cost-effective, safe, and environmentally friendly display solutions implementation in accordance with local legislation.
• Research and maintain a detailed knowledge of home furnishing solutions according to the local market, adapting to trends and customer needs.

Required Skills To Be Successful:

• Ability to visualize, design, and communicate effective home furnishing solutions.
• Attention to detail with a keen eye for aesthetics.
• Commitment to high-quality execution within limited time frames.
• Knowledge of home furnishing, market, social trends, and fashion.

What Qualifies You For The Role:

• Degree or Diploma in Interior Designing or Architecture.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in retail interior design or visual merchandising.
• Proven ability to visualize, design, and communicate home furnishing and retail solutions.
• Excellent command of the English language; proficiency in Arabic is preferred.

Qualification

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