VISUAL MERCHANDISER

Primark; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Primark Stores Limited in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Visual Merchandiser who loves fashion and enjoys being creative. You will lead on product presentation, windows and mannequin styling to deliver an inspiring Primark brand experience for customers.

You will collaborate with the Visual Merchandising Manager and Store Manager, review displays for commercial appeal, feed back on product lines, maintain POS materials, and build strong relationships with the store team to maximise sales.

Qualifications

• Some previous retail and ideally some visual merchandising experience.
• An eye for detail, creative flair and awareness of fashion trends.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to work independently.
• Strong service focus with experience of delivering customer service.
• Good problem-solving skills with commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Work with the VM Manager/Store Manager on product presentation, windows and mannequin styling.
• Review displays to ensure commercial relevance for the local customer.
• Provide feedback on product lines and refresh/alternative products.
• Maintain all POS materials in line with guidelines and keep up to date.
• Develop strong relationships and collaborate with the store management team.

Skills

Visual merchandising

Retail experience

Customer service

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Job description

Location: PrimarkNewcastle_Upon_Tyne
Salary: £13.43 per hour
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full time
Contracted hours: 37.5 hours per week
Working pattern: 5 days over 7, start time 06.00am 15.00pm. Varied days, weekdays and weekends - all will be discussed at interview.

BECAUSE SUPPORTING OTHERS IS YOUR SUPERPOWER!

At Primark we have a people-first culture where you are able to work with impact. We are a business that continues to grow and invest, creating maximum joy at minimum cost. Just look at our 80,000+ colleagues across 450+ stores covering many markets globally, all leaving their mark.

Our colleagues are at the heart of everything we do - we’re caring, dynamic and we succeed together. You’ll be the creative ambassador for the visual merchandising of the store. You’ll deliver an inspiring visual proposition for the Primark brand to enhance the customer experience and maximise sales.

What you’ll do

If you love working with fashion and being creative – this is the place for you. This is what you can expect to be responsible for, day-to-day.

• Working with the Visual Merchandising Manager/Store Manager to reflect the Primark customer through excellent product presentation, windows and mannequin styling.
• Review and adapt displays making sure they are commercially successful and relevant to the local customer.
• Provide feedback regarding successful product lines and suggestions for refresh and alternative products.
• Maintain all picture and poster POS in line with company guidelines and keep up to date throughout the store.
• Develop strong relationships and collaborate with the store management team.

What you’ll bring

Here at Primark, we want everyone to feel valued - so please bring your authentic self to work, of course with some other key experience and abilities for this role in particular:

• Some previous retail and ideally some visual merchandising experience.
• An eye for detail, creative fair and an awareness of fashion trends and latest styles.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and prioritise.
• Strong service focus with experience of delivering an excellent customer service.
• Good problem-solving skills, with an interest in developing commercial acumen - we’re all about learning here!

Excited? Great.

Our fashion isn’t one-size-fits-all and neither is our culture. Primark promotes equal employment opportunity, we strive to create an inclusive workplace where people can be themselves, access opportunities and thrive together.

If you require extra support at any stage of the selection process, please get in touch with our team at [e-mail].