Field Visual Merchandiser - 12 month FTC

AllSaints; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wardrobe allowance

Employee discount

25 days holiday

Bank holidays and volunteering days

Job summary

AllSaints is seeking a dynamic Field Visual Merchandiser for a 12-month fixed-term contract to own the VM strategy for stores in the north of England. You will elevate the customer experience by ensuring on-brand displays and guiding regional store teams in VM execution.

You will travel to stores, deliver focused VM training, and partner with District Managers to identify opportunities to boost regional sales while maintaining AllSaints brand standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in visual merchandising and brand guidelines.
• Ability to train store teams on VM standards.
• Comfort with travel to stores across the region.

Responsibilities

• Owns the visual merchandising strategy for stores in the north of England.
• Leads VM execution and ensures brand guidelines are followed in-store.
• Delivers VM training and feedback to regional teams.
• Supports opening of new stores and concessions in the region.
• Provides regular remote feedback on VM execution and display.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Creative problem solving

Strong communicator

Brand storytelling

Training delivery

Time management

Relationship building

Adaptability

AllSaints brand passion

Job description

At AllSaints we are in the business of feelings - making our customers feel cool and confident. If, like us, you believe in the power of a great outfit, we'd love to talk to you.

We're a global brand made up of a very diverse mix of talented people in a huge variety of roles. Our products are designed in house and made by a small number of suppliers and artisans around the world to sustainable standards.

We are a brand embarking on a very exciting plan and we are seeking new members of the team who want to contribute to this.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Field Visual Merchandiser to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. In this pivotal role, you will take full ownership of the visual merchandising strategy for our stores in the north of England. You will be responsible for bringing our brand's story to life on the shop floor and you will play a key part in supporting our in store teams to execute brand guidelines, and to elevate the overall customer shopping experience to drive regional sales.

ABOUT THE TEAM

This role forms part of our Head Office team and is field based. You will report into the VM Manager for the UK & EU.

• Store visits will be part of this role, with most of your time spent in our stores. Some travel is expected but typically limited to a couple of days per week.
• Equip retail management within the region with the knowledge and skills to execute VM and display in their stores.
• Provide regular and thorough remote feedback to the regions on VM execution and display.
• Deliver focused and targeted VM training on Brand VM Guidelines and expectations on standards.
• Partner with District Managers to identify areas of commercial and visual opportunity within the region and offer achievable solutions to elevate the visual proposition and drive sales.
• Feedback on store visual execution to the VM Manager UK & EU and relevant District Manager.
• Support with the opening of new stores and concessions in the region.
• Must have in-depth and up to date knowledge of product and sales performance across the region.

WHAT SKILLS DO I NEED?

• You will have a strong passion for and will be comfortable working within a fast-paced environment
• Creative problem solver and ability to think quickly whilst managing and prioritising your time accordingly.
• Strong creative flair and vision, ability to elevate product through creating visually stimulating and focused merchandising and display.
• A really strong communicator capable of building strong relationships.
• A creative thinker who challenges process and embraces change.
• Ability to deliver engaging and focused training sessions
• Ability to work at pace, with a results driven approach to projects
• Demonstrate a positive and professional communication style when dealing with senior managers
• Ambitious personality demonstrating a willingness to learn and develop in the role
• Flexible in their approach with a strong work ethic.
• Passion for the AllSaints brand.

ABOUT THE LOCATION

Based in our East London Studios in vibrant Shoreditch with perks and benefits offered from local businesses including discounts on food, shopping and health & beauty. Studio Location. Approximately a 10 minute walk from Liverpool Street Station and a 5 minute walk from Shoreditch High Street.

WHAT WE STAND FOR

The Customer is the Boss We work as one proud team to get the best for our customers

One Team We are joined up and encourage others to share their ideas

We Do What We Say We Will We know our goals, and we work with clear outcomes in mind

We Are Responsible We are self aware, understand the impact we have on others and are positive about the future

BENEFITS

• A generous wardrobe allowance so that you can wear our beautiful clothes to work each day
• We are a disability committed certified employer
• Employee discount for you to spend with family and friends
• 25 days holiday increasing to 28 days after 2 years continuous service
• Bank holidays, birthdays and volunteering days off
• Access to dental cash plan & free virtual GP appointments through Aviva
• UNUM employee assistance helpline
• Life assurance cover
• Access to discounted gym membership and corporate discounts
• Hybrid working in our historic East London studios, working hours are 9-5.30pm
• Free, confidential, wellbeing and lifestyle support with Retail Trust
• Enhanced family leave benefits (neonatal, fertility, maternity, paternity, adaption, menopause)
• Health days for you to use either for physical or mental wellness
• Dedicated mental health support from our mental health first aiders
• Eye care vouchers, season ticket loans and much more!

#WeAreAllSaints

Our aim is to develop truly diverse teams and create an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and able to give of their best whilst contributing to the success of our brand.

We recognise the importance and strength of diversity and commit to providing equal opportunities to everyone in our employment and recruitment processes. We safeguard against any form of discrimination irrespective of gender, gender reassignment, marital status, race, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status or age.

Even if you feel you don’t tick all the boxes, we’d still very much like to hear from you. We want you to know that finding people who have a passion for our brand and are open to learning is incredibly important to us.

If you need any support or adjustments during your application, please get in touch with us and we are happy to help.