Retail Merchandising Coordinator

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Retail Merchandising Coordinator to ensure attractive product displays and brand consistency across Kimberley locations. The role involves collaboration with merchandising teams, store managers, and suppliers, with a hybrid work model requiring regular office presence in Kimberley and occasional store visits.

The ideal candidate brings experience in retail merchandising, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with design software and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in retail merchandising, visual display, or a related role.
• Strong understanding of retail principles and visual presentation techniques.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to work collaboratively.
• Proficiency in basic design software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• A keen eye for detail and a creative flair.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Must be able to travel to Kimberley, Northern Cape for required Hybrid working days and potential store visits.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of visual merchandising plans and guidelines.
• Ensure product placement, displays, and store layouts adhere to brand standards and promotional calendars.
• Coordinate the execution of visual merchandising strategies across multiple retail locations.
• Work with store teams to train them on visual merchandising techniques and standards.
• Monitor store compliance with merchandising directives through regular reporting and feedback.
• Assist in analyzing sales data related to product placement and promotional activities.
• Maintain updated visual merchandising materials and documentation.
• Collaborate with the buying and marketing teams to align merchandising with product assortment and campaigns.
• Source and manage inventory of visual merchandising props and fixtures.
• Contribute creative ideas for store displays and product presentation.

Skills

Retail merchandising

Visual display

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Design software

Microsoft Office

Tools

Design software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing retailer with a strong presence in **Kimberley, Northern Cape**, is seeking an organized and visually-minded Retail Merchandising Coordinator. This role is key to ensuring that our products are displayed attractively and effectively across all store locations, driving sales and enhancing the customer shopping experience. You will work closely with the merchandising team, store managers, and suppliers to execute visual strategies and maintain brand consistency. This position involves a **Hybrid** work model, requiring regular collaboration at our **Kimberley** office and potentially store visits.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of visual merchandising plans and guidelines.
• Ensure product placement, displays, and store layouts adhere to brand standards and promotional calendars.
• Coordinate the execution of visual merchandising strategies across multiple retail locations.
• Work with store teams to train them on visual merchandising techniques and standards.
• Monitor store compliance with merchandising directives through regular reporting and feedback.
• Assist in analyzing sales data related to product placement and promotional activities.
• Maintain updated visual merchandising materials and documentation.
• Collaborate with the buying and marketing teams to align merchandising with product assortment and campaigns.
• Source and manage inventory of visual merchandising props and fixtures.
• Contribute creative ideas for store displays and product presentation.

Requirements

• Previous experience in retail merchandising, visual display, or a related role is preferred.
• Strong understanding of retail principles and visual presentation techniques.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to work collaboratively.
• Proficiency in basic design software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• A keen eye for detail and a creative flair.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Must be able to travel to **Kimberley, Northern Cape** for required **Hybrid** working days and potential store visits.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing merchandising priorities.
• A passion for retail and creating appealing product displays.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, opportunities for professional development in visual merchandising and retail operations, and employee discounts. You'll be part of a dynamic team contributing to the visual success of our stores in **Kimberley** and beyond. This role provides a platform to grow your career in a creative and fast-paced retail environment.