Instore Merchandiser

JD GROUP; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

JD GROUP in Nottingham is seeking a visually focused in-store merchandiser to craft engaging product displays that reinforce our brand. You will implement weekly briefs, refresh mannequins and windows for seasonal campaigns, and support promotions using POS materials.

The role emphasizes teamwork, good communication, and a proactive approach to maintaining high visual standards across the store. You will analyse performance data to guide on-floor decisions and contribute to the store’s success.

Qualifications

• Experience in visual merchandising or retail helps you plan displays.
• Strong time management and organisational skills are essential.
• Good written and verbal communication to share ideas with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging product displays that enhance the customer experience.
• Refresh mannequins, displays and window presentations for seasonal trends.
• Use POS materials to support promotions and campaigns.
• Analyse store data to support product placement decisions.
• Maintain high visual merchandising standards storewide.
• Collaborate to share best practice and coach teammates.

Skills

Visual merchandising

Time management

Communication

Creativity

Teamwork

Job description

Role overview: As part of the in-store team, you will provide visual merchandising support across the store, creating engaging product displays that enhance the customer experience and bring our brand to life. You'll use visual merchandising principles and current trends to create impactful window and in-store displays, whilst supporting commercial objectives and store performance.

Responsibilities

Merchandising

• Follow weekly visual merchandising briefs and implement these within your store.
• Create engaging displays that enhance the customer experience and support commercial performance.
• Ensure mannequins, displays and window presentations are refreshed in line with seasonal trends, campaigns and key events within the retail calendar.
• Implement and maintain in-store promotions through the effective use of POS materials.
• Analyse store data and performance reports to support product placement decisions and floor moves.
• Maintain high visual merchandising standards across all areas of the store.

Training & Development

• Support and share visual merchandising best practice with colleagues across the store.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of team members through coaching and knowledge sharing.
• Communicate visual merchandising activity, feedback and opportunities to the Town Merchandiser.

General

• Work in a professional and collaborative manner, contributing positively to the success of the team.
• Carry out responsibilities safely and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Promote high standards of hygiene, cleanliness and maintenance throughout the store.
• Support a positive, inclusive and welcoming environment for colleagues and customers.

Role Objectives & KPIs

• Strategically position merchandise to maximise visibility and accessibility, ensuring key products are effectively showcased.
• Develop compelling visual displays that align with brand standards and highlight product features and promotions.
• Collaborate with store colleagues to support accurate stock availability and replenishment.
• Identify trends and opportunities to continuously improve merchandising strategies.
• Execute promotional campaigns effectively to support sales and customer engagement.
• Maintain consistent visual standards across the store.

Skills & Experience

• Visual merchandising or retail experience is advantageous.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate creativity and an eye for visual merchandising and product presentation.
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.