Visual Manager

JD Sports / Livestock / Size?; London; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Visual Merchandiser to enhance the shopping experience at their London location. In this dynamic role, you will engage customers through innovative product displays and ensure that the store's visual standards are met. Your creativity and attention to detail will be crucial in maximizing store profitability and showcasing the latest fashion trends. Join a diverse team that values talent and fosters a vibrant retail environment where your contributions can make a significant impact. If you have a flair for visual merchandising and a passion for fashion, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of visual merchandising experience required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging displays to attract and motivate customers.
• Analyze sales figures to optimize product placement.
• Train and develop team members on merchandising practices.

Skills

Visual Merchandising

Creativity

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Tools

Oracle

Job description

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 remains a key part of the JD strategy.

THE ROLE

Our team is looking to fulfill the role of the Senior Visual Merchandiser at our CF Masonville Place location. Looking for someone with a high sense of urgency, keen eye for detail, and driven mentality. The ideal candidate would be part of the store’s Junior Management team; you will provide managerial support and assistance in the supervision of all staff while maintaining the standards of the shop floor. As part of the in-store team, you will provide visual support to the store, engaging our customers through creative product placement and utilizing the latest fashion trends. You will create window and in-store displays while maximizing store profitability through enticing visual concepts. Most importantly, you will be responsible for bringing out new and fresh products for our customers and ensuring that the JD Standards are followed throughout the store.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Attract, engage, and motivate customers into making purchases by using creative displays.
• Ensure that mannequins, displays, and windows are alternated through the seasons and the events of the retail calendar.
• Analyze Oracle figures to assist 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.
• Conduct your work in a safe and responsible manner at all times.
• 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.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.