In Store Visual Merchandiser

Manchester United; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier football club in Manchester seeks an IN STORE VISUAL MERCHANDISER to elevate in-store presentation and maximize customer engagement. The role focuses on maintaining visual merchandising standards, collaborating with teams, and ensuring effective product flow and availability. Ideal candidates possess experience in retail styling and a proactive approach to learning. Join us for a rewarding career that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Benefits

Annual incentive scheme

Wellness support services

Exclusive discounts

Gym facilities

Enhanced career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Visual Merchandising or related retail roles.
• Hands-on experience implementing visual standards and product launches.
• Confidence managing daily visual standards in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support in-store visual merchandising standards and product placement.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure product flow and availability.
• Take ownership of daily visual standards and manage time effectively.

Skills

Visual Merchandising

Retail Styling

Team Collaboration

Commercial Awareness

Job description

IN STORE VISUAL MERCHANDISER

LOCATION: Old Trafford Stadium Complex

At Manchester United, we believe that excellence on the pitch starts with excellence off the pitch. Our team thrives in a high-performance environment, united by a shared passion for success. We aim to elevate the standard of performance through collaboration and continuous growth, creating a space where everyone can contribute their best to our common goals.

We work together at our iconic Manchester United offices, enabling connection and innovation as we look ahead to what we can achieve as a global football club. We are excited to bring in passionate people who share our vision and drive for success.

The Role

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of in-store visual merchandising standards in line with brand guidelines and commercial priorities.
• Work closely with the Assistant Manager and Supply Chain teams to ensure correct product flow, availability, and floor placement.
• Implement floor moves, layouts, and product launches on time, following direction and visual plans.
• Analyse basic sales data and customer feedback to understand what is trading well and support merchandising decisions.
• Maximise sales and customer engagement through effective product presentation and replenishment.
• Maintain accurate layouts, ensuring stock levels, sizing, and product density are appropriate for trading needs.
• Monitor stock movement on the shop floor and support markdowns, promotions, and price changes.
• Produce and contribute to weekly trade and visual updates for the wider store team.

Teamwork & Development

• Work collaboratively with the salesfloor team to maintain strong visual standards across the store.
• Support the delivery of visual training guides and assist with coaching colleagues during launches and floor changes.
• Actively seek feedback to develop visual skills and commercial awareness.
• Build positive working relationships across the store, contributing to a respectful and inclusive team environment.

Performance & Ways of Working

• Take ownership of daily visual standards, ensuring the shop floor is customer‑ready at all times.
• Manage time effectively, prioritising tasks to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced retail environment.
• Remain flexible and positive when priorities change, supporting new initiatives and ways of working.
• Demonstrate accountability for personal performance and contribute ideas to improve visual execution and results.

The Person

• Previous experience in a Visual Merchandising, Retail Styling, or Shop Floor Merchandising role within a fast‑paced retail environment.
• Hands‑on experience implementing visual standards, floor moves, and product launches in line with brand guidelines.
• Basic commercial awareness, with experience using sales information or feedback to support visual and merchandising decisions.
• Experience working with stock on the shop floor, including replenishment, sizing, density, and supporting markdowns or promotions.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with store teams, including supporting colleagues during visual changes and busy trading periods.
• Confidence in managing daily visual standards and prioritising tasks to meet deadlines.
• Experience adapting to changing priorities and working effectively under pressure.
• A proactive approach to learning, with willingness to seek feedback and develop visual merchandising skills further.

What We Offer

At Manchester United, We Recognise That Our People Are At The Heart Of Our Success. That’s Why We Offer a Range Of Rewards Designed To Support Your Professional And Personal Well‑being.

• Annual incentive scheme
• Wellness Support with access to mental health resources, digital health checks, and & nutritionists through Aviva Digicare+ Workplace
• Exclusive Discounts through our United Rewards platform, giving you access to exclusive deals from the club and partners
• Gym Facilities in our onsite locations and opportunities for regular social events and team‑building activities
• Enhanced family Leave Benefits and an opportunity to purchase additional holiday days
• Enhanced Career Development with access to professional learning platforms like LinkedIn Learning, and internal training programs
• A Supportive Work Environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion, and individual growth

Our Commitment To You

At Manchester United, we believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us stronger. We are committed to building a team where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our recruitment strategy, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Ready to Join Us?

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please submit your application by Monday 12th January 2025.

Manchester United is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and as part of this commitment, all candidates will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check and reference checks.

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