Visual Merchandising Associate - Harvey Nichols - UAE

Al Tayer Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Tayer Insignia is seeking a skilled Visual Merchandiser to implement brand-aligned VM strategies, install in-store displays, and create seasonal collateral. You will maintain high standards for mannequins, windows, and podiums while coordinating with buying and commercial teams to execute activations within timelines.

The role requires 2–3 years of VM/merchandising experience, a graduate qualification in arts, strong computer literacy, and flexibility for night shifts and weekends.

Qualifications

• Graduate in any discipline; tertiary arts qualification preferred.
• 2–3 years’ experience in VM/merchandising.
• Proficient in computer literacy.
• Willing to work outside office hours and on weekends.
• Creative with a passion for retail.
• Methodical and organized with deadline focus.
• Flexible for night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Display merchandise to brand standards; maintain visuals.
• Check stock steamed, tagged, and priced per guidelines.
• Collaborate with Buying/Commercial to launch seasonal activations.
• Adapt concepts to store/mall guidelines.
• Use approved POS and maintain high display standards.
• Monitor sales pace and communicate observations with recommendations.
• Maintain display equipment and props; pack/store for reuse.
• Attend brand trainings; photograph store for feedback.
• Conduct VM training for shop floor teams.
• Stay updated on trends; perform regular store comparisons.
• Oversee quotations, production and setup by team or contractors.

Skills

VM/merchandising experience

Creative

Organized

Deadline driven

Willing to work weekends/night shifts

Computer literacy

Education

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

Job description

Job Description:

Implement visual merchandising strategy as per brand guideline; window installation, in store display & product merchandising, internal and external podiums, style mannequins as per theme/direction. Generate in store seasonal & promotional collateral in a given timeframe and cost effective manner. Maintain VM materials & space to the highest standard

Responsibilities

• To display merchandise in a compelling manner ensuring the brand standards are maintained
• Check that the stock has been steamed, properly tagged and priced as per brand standards & visual guidelines
• Work closely with Buying and Commercial functions to launch seasonal activations in a timely and cost effective manner, install and merchandise all display props as per approved concept whilst creating an enticing display for our customers.
• Adapt brand driven concepts in line with store and mall guidelines
• Use business approved checklist to ensure correct POS is being utilized and the highest possible standards are being maintained
• Monitor slow and fast sellers and communicate observations to the Visual merchandiser with suggestions and recommendations for appropriate actions
• Support with the maintenance of all display equipment and materials used for in store displays, mannequins, windows and podiums. Ensure all items are carefully dismantled, packed and stored for future use
• Attend training sessions conducted by brands and the buying team to ensure display standards are maintained, photograph store for feedback & brand reports when requested
• Conduct VM training sessions with the shop floor teams
• Keep up to date with the latest seasonal trends and conduct regular comparative shops for inspiration and new merchandising ideas/concepts
• Oversee quotations process, production and execution of set ups by internal team and/or external contractors

Qualifications

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

• Experience

• 2 - 3 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
• Methodical and organized approach with deadline achievement essential
• Flexibility in attending business needs through night shifts

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.

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