Visual Manager

JD Sports; Markham; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in sports-fashion retail is seeking a Visual Manager to elevate the shopping experience at its Markham location. This role is perfect for a creative individual with a keen eye for detail and a flair for visual merchandising. You will be responsible for captivating customers through innovative displays and ensuring that the store reflects the latest fashion trends. Join a dynamic team that values inclusivity and creativity, and contribute to a culture that inspires the next generation of consumers. If you’re passionate about fashion and retail, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing company.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of visual merchandising experience required.
• Strong creativity and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers through creative product placement and displays.
• Analyze sales figures to optimize product placement.

Skills

Visual Merchandising

Creativity

Attention to Detail

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Tools

Oracle

Job description

5000 Hwy 7, Markham, ON L3R 4M9, Canada Req #321

Thursday, October 24, 2024

Department: Retail Store

Workplace Type: On-site

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

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

Our team is looking to fulfill the role of the Visual Manager at our CF Markville 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 provide 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 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
• 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.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.