Visual Merchandising Manager - Retail Stores

AlFuttaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 156,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

Al-Futtaim Group is seeking a Visual Merchandising Manager for Retail Stores in Dubai, UAE, to lead visual presentation across IKEA-aligned outlets. You will ensure adherence to IKEA manuals and brand standards, develop range-display solutions, and drive commercial presentation while managing VM teams and projects within approved budgets.

The role covers UAE, Qatar, Egypt and Oman, requiring strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration and a focus on delivering measurable store performance

Qualifications

• Degree in Interior Design or Architecture.
• Minimum 5 years in IKEA Communication and Interior Design.
• Ability to plan, present and implement range-display solutions.
• Strong familiarity with IKEA visual standards and safety.

Responsibilities

• Improve Market Hall presentations and support add-on sales.
• Lead work-brief development with Sales and Logistics Managers.
• Ensure store visual expression follows IKEA manuals and concept requirements.
• Plan and implement range-presentation solutions.
• Advise teams on range changes, sales declines or stock shortages.
• Deliver visual merchandising projects within timeplans and budgets.
• Guide specialist co-workers in the department.

Skills

IKEA Concept

Visual merchandising

Range presentation

Store project execution

Team coaching

Recruitment participation

Employee engagement

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Interior Design or Architecture degree

Job description

Job Snapshot

• Role: Visual Merchandising Manager - Retail Stores
• Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• Industry: Retail
• Function: Visual-Display Merchandising
• Experience: Minimum 5 years within the IKEA Communication and Interior Design department
• Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Al-Futtaim Group is hiring a Visual Merchandising Manager - Retail Stores in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, for a creative leadership role within the Retail industry. The manager will ensure that store environments follow IKEA manuals, brand standards and the complete IKEA Concept. The position will lead visual merchandising teams, improve the commercial presentation of product ranges and deliver projects within approved schedules and budgets. Its regional remit supports operations across the UAE, Qatar, Egypt and Oman.

Job Details

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Retail
• Function: Visual-Display Merchandising
• Salary: AED 14000-22000 per month
• Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Dubai; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

Effective visual merchandising helps customers understand the IKEA range while encouraging purchases and improving store performance. This role will combine brand governance with commercial presentation, ensuring product displays respond to sales priorities, range changes and stock availability. The manager will also develop specialist co-workers, maintain safe working practices and support operational projects across several regional locations. Strong collaboration with Sales and Logistics teams will connect visual solutions with customer demand and business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Improve Market Hall presentations and support add-on sales.
• Lead work-brief development with Sales and Logistics Managers.
• Ensure store visual expression follows IKEA manuals and concept requirements.
• Plan and implement range-presentation solutions.
• Advise teams when ranges change, sales decline or products become unavailable.
• Support the rebuilding of business areas according to new priorities.
• Deliver visual merchandising projects within agreed timeplans and budgets.
• Assist Visual Merchandisers with scheduled store activities.
• Guide specialist co-workers within the Communication and Interior Design department.
• Ensure team members receive equipment safety and security training.
• Manage development programmes that strengthen store performance.
• Build succession plans for visual merchandising positions.
• Participate in recruitment to fill vacancies with suitable candidates.
• Review employee survey results and address areas of low satisfaction.
• Promote a collaborative, accountable and performance-focused team culture.

Ideal Profile

Candidates should hold a degree or diploma in Interior Design or Architecture. At least five years of experience within an IKEA Communication and Interior Design department is required. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to lead the planning, presentation and implementation of range-display solutions. Strong familiarity with IKEA visual standards, store activities and commercial priorities is essential. The role requires customer focus, personal accountability, continuous improvement and effective teamwork. Candidates should also be able to inspire creative specialists while maintaining operational discipline and high safety standards.

Skills Set

• IKEA Concept implementation
• Visual merchandising strategy
• Range presentation planning
• Market Hall commercial displays
• Add-on sales presentation
• Store project execution
• Work-brief development
• Timeplan and budget control
• Merchandising equipment safety
• Visual team coaching
• Development and succession planning
• Recruitment participation
• Employee engagement improvement
• Cross-functional retail collaboration

Why Join Us

This position offers the opportunity to influence the customer experience and commercial presentation of IKEA stores across several regional markets. The manager will combine creative leadership with measurable sales impact while delivering varied store and operational projects. Al-Futtaim 's regional retail network provides long-term stability and opportunities to develop broader leadership expertise. Coaching specialist teams and working with Sales, Logistics and store management will also create a strong platform for continued career progression.

About the Company

Al-Futtaim Group is a diversified, privately held regional business operating across automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare. The Group employs more than 35,000 people in over 20 countries and partners with more than 200 international brands.