Visual Merchandiser

Robinson & Co (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Visual Merchandiser to ensure that the store's visual expression aligns with the specific manuals. The role involves creating functional and inspirational displays while collaborating with various teams. Candidates should have 3-5 years of retail interior design experience, strong attention to detail, and excellent command of English, with a preference for Arabic. This position offers an opportunity to enhance the customer shopping experience and maintain brand integrity.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in retail interior design or visual merchandising.
• Ability to visualize, design, and communicate effectively.
• Good knowledge of home furnishing and market trends.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate visual displays in the store.
• Ensure displays align with the IKEA concept.
• Collaborate with teams to implement display solutions.
• Maintain knowledge of local home furnishing solutions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking ability

Command of English

Aesthetics sense

Command of Arabic

Education

Degree or Diploma in Interior Designing or Architecture

Job 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.

Overview Of The Role:

The Visual Merchandiser is responsible for ensuring that the store's visual expression aligns with the IKEA manuals, embodying the IKEA Concept fully throughout the store. This role is pivotal in maintaining brand integrity through strategic planning and coordination of display solutions that are both functional and inspirational, tailored to commercial activities and customer experience enhancement. Success in this role relies on collaboration with cross‑functional teams, such as Sales and In‑Store Logistics, to execute impactful visual merchandising strategies. The role also encompasses research and application of home furnishing solutions relevant to the local market, fostering a visually appealing and commercially effective environment.

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 the IKEA.
• Ensure the integrity of the IKEA concept and brand by following IKEA manuals to produce functional home furnishing solutions within the store.
• Ensure, in cooperation with Interior Designers, that functional and inspirational display solutions are in line with running commercial activities.
• Liaise with the Sales and In‑Store Logistics teams in implementing the projects or daily sales steering activities efficiently with the use of 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 line with local legislation.
• Research and maintain a detailed knowledge of home furnishing solutions according to the local market.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to improve visual merchandising strategies effectively.
• Engage in regular store visits to ensure compliance with visual merchandising standards and identify areas for improvement.

Required Skills To Be Successful:

• Proven commitment to high‑quality execution within limited time frames.
• Excellent command of English language and preferred command of Arabic language.
• Strong attention to detail with a keen eye for aesthetics.
• Demonstrated multitasking ability and attentiveness to details.

What Qualifies You For The Role:

• Degree or Diploma in Interior Designing or Architecture.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in retail interior design or visual merchandising.
• Proven ability to visualize, design, and communicate home furnishing and retail solutions effectively.
• Good knowledge of home furnishing, market social trends, and fashion.

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