Supervisor

JD Sports Fashion PLC; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

JD Sports Fashion PLC is seeking a visually creative Visual Merchandiser to join our on-site team at Bayshore Shopping Centre, ON. You will craft window and in-store displays, manage product flow and seasonal campaigns to drive store profitability.

Ideal candidates have 6 months to 1 year of visual merchandising experience, a flair for trends, strong communication skills, and the flexibility to adapt to a varied schedule. This is a full-time permanent role starting Fall 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months - 1 year of visual merchandising experience.
• Be creative, imaginative and have a flair for coordinating product flow.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Willing to have a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Attract, engage and motivate customers into making purchases by using creative visual techniques
• Ensure that mannequins, displays and windows are alternated through the seasons and the events of the retail calendar
• Analyze Oracle figures to assist you in product placement and floor layout
• Communicate and provide feedback to Town Merchandiser on visual merchandising activity in-store
• Set up and monitor in-store promotions
• Provide training and assist with team development on merchandising and displays
• Ensure weekly development practices to grow current associates to fill future roles
• Promote a high standard of hygiene, cleanliness and maintenance in line with company procedures
• Conducting your work in a safe and responsible manner at all times
• To work in a highly professional manner, leading by example at all times

Skills

Creative

Imaginative

Product flow coordination

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Flexibility

Job description

Department: Retail Stores
Location: Bayshore Shopping Centre, ON
Workplace Type: On-site
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Wage: $20/hr
OPENING: Fall 2026

THE TEAM

JD Sports is a sports-fashion retail company with the incentive to inspire the emerging generation of globally minded consumers through a connection to the universal culture of sport, music and fashion. Established in 1981, the JD Group is a leading global omnichannel retailer of Sports, Fashion, and Outdoor brands. With our retail stores expanding and evolving all throughout Canada, The Group is continuously finding and developing talent that adds to the inclusive and diverse work culture. JD continuously and successfully sets the global standard for retail experience best through the unique delivery of the world's most authentic brands to the market. Our commitment to showcasing brands in a premium environment and stores remain a key part of the JD strategy.

THE ROLE

As part of the in-store team you will provide visual support to the store, engaging our customers by creative product placement and utilizing the latest fashion trends. You will create window and in-store displays whilst maximizing store profitability through enticing visual concepts. Most importantly, you will be responsible for bringing out new and fresh products for our customers and ensure that the JD Standards are followed throughout the store.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Attract, engage and motivate customers into making purchases by using creative visual techniques
• Ensure that mannequins, displays and windows are alternated through the seasons and the events of the retail calendar
• Analyze Oracle figures to assist you in product placement and floor layout
• Communicate and provide feedback to Town Merchandiser on visual merchandising activity in-store
• Set up and monitor in-store promotions
• Provide training and assist with team development on merchandising and displays
• Ensure weekly development practices to grow current associates to fill future roles
• Promote a high standard of hygiene, cleanliness and maintenance in line with company procedures
• Conducting your work in a safe and responsible manner at all times
• To work in a highly professional manner, leading by example at all times

Skills/Experience/Knowledge needed:

• Minimum of 6 months - 1 year of visual merchandising experience
• Be creative, imaginative and have a flair for coordinating product flow
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Willing to have a flexible schedule

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and will provide accommodations throughout the hiring process upon request.