Creative Visual Merchandising Lead (In-Store)

Anthropologie Europe; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Leave

Employee Assistance

Gym discount

Private medical

40% staff discount

Season ticket loan

Cycle to work

Development opportunities

Job summary

Anthropologie Europe in London seeks an experienced Visual Merchandising Lead to drive in-store displays, seasonal layouts, and creative VM initiatives.

You will partner with Head Office and store teams to deliver inspiring customer experiences, manage timing and shipments, and coach others while supporting new store openings. This role involves travel and a portfolio submission may be requested.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of driving sales through excellent visual presentations and strong business acumen.
• Understanding of Anthropologie culture and local market appeal.
• Effective communication at all levels with strong organizational skills.
• Project and time management experience.
• Willingness to travel and support new store openings and projects.
• Retail management experience with creative interests in fashion, art or music.
• Portfolio should be submitted if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Interpret direction and fashion trends to deliver market-specific VM solutions.
• Develop unique display concepts inspired by outside inspiration.
• Lead and collaborate with Store Manager and team for timely project execution.
• Manage seasonal displays and merchandising concepts with effective planning.
• Communicate seasonal setups through photo layouts with Head Office guidance.
• Implement VM initiatives and window schemes to high standards.
• Share merchandising concepts and trends with store teams via meetings and boards.
• Delegate projects while nurturing team creativity.
• Coach team on merchandising standards and placement.
• Facilitate shipment processing to maximise sales.
• Maintain tidy office and fixture areas.
• Build community relationships reflecting Anthropologie culture.

Skills

Sales-driven VM

Visual merchandising

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Travel willingness

Retail management

Creative interests

Portfolio submission

Job description

Anthropologie Europe in London seeks an experienced Visual Merchandising Lead to drive in-store displays, seasonal layouts, and creative VM initiatives.

You will partner with Head Office and store teams to deliver inspiring customer experiences, manage timing and shipments, and coach others while supporting new store openings. This role involves travel and a portfolio submission may be requested.