Visual Merchandising Project Leader – Mainland Europe (H/F)

Benefit Cosmetics; Paris; On-site; Confidentiel; Full time

Job summary

Benefit Cosmetics seeks a Visual Merchandising Project Leader to manage high-visibility retail projects across Europe. You will lead end-to-end furniture update campaigns and POSM rollouts, blending strategic storytelling with flawless execution in stores across the region.

The role requires a Master’s degree, 3+ years in VM project management or related fields, and strong English presentation skills. You will mentor an intern and work with Marketing, Retail, and Supply Chain in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a business or communications field.
• 3+ years in VM project management, retail operations, or logistics coordination; mentoring experience a major plus.
• Strong organizational and logistical skills; able to manage multiple projects under deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; a collaborative team player.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Illustrator, and Photoshop.

Responsibilities

• Furniture update campaigns and POSM rollout across Europe.
• End-to-end furniture campaigns from planning to in-store setup; manage timelines and budgets.
• Lead design declination, validation and production of in-store communications.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Retail, and Supply Chain to hit deadlines.
• Translate marketing strategies into planograms and display guidelines for diverse stores.
• Manage budgets, equipment allocations, and ensure consistent execution quality.
• Mentor and guide an intern and integrate them into the team.

Skills

VM project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Mentorship

Education

Master's degree

Tools

MS Office

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Want to manage high-visibility retail projects across our European network? We are looking for a dynamic, highly structured, and creative Visual Merchandising Project Leader to join our team.

With a core focus on leading end-to-end furniture update campaigns and POSM rollouts, this role bridges strategic product storytelling with seamless operational execution.

Designed for solution-oriented business or communication school graduates with 3+ years of experience, this is your opportunity to juggle multiple workstreams, collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor an intern, and watch your creative visions come to life in stores across Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Furniture Update Campaigns & POSM Rollout:
• End-to-End Furniture Campaigns: Own large-scale furniture update rollouts across the European network from scratch—mastering retroplannings, supplier briefings, production tracking, equipment shipping, and final in-store setup.
• POSM Design & Production: Lead graphic design declination, technical validation, and production of in-store comms to elevate retail presentation.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Deadlines: Partner closely with Marketing, Retail, and Supply Chain. Keep timelines tight, track deliverables rigorously, and ensure internal and external partners stay aligned on strict deadlines.
• VM Guidelines, Planograms & Storytelling: Turn marketing strategies into impactful planograms and display guidelines adapted to diverse store formats while keeping our brand DNA intact.
• Budget & Quality Control: Manage campaign budgets, oversee equipment allocations, and ensure consistent execution quality across points of sale.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Mentor and guide an intern, supporting their day-to-day growth and integration into the team.

Profile & Requirements

• Education: Master's degree (Master 1 or Master 2 equivalent) from a business or communication school.
• Experience: 3+ years in VM project management, retail operations, or logistics coordination. Prior mentoring experience is a major plus.
• Strong organizational and logistical skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under established deadlines.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; a team player who collaborates effectively across departments.
• Reliable, rigorous, and detail-oriented when following schedules, suppliers, and commitments.
• Strong working knowledgein MS Office, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Languages: Fluent in English with presentation skills.

Why Join Us?

• End-to-End Project Ownership: Take responsibility for large-scale furniture update campaigns that shape our European retail spaces from planning to in-store execution.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with passionate, cross-functional teams where communication, teamwork, and cross-departmental coordination are valued, and mentor junior talent.
• Professional Growth: Develop your project management expertise within a dynamic and structured retail environment.