Visual Merchandiser (Birmingham)

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in retail seeks a passionate Visual Merchandiser to enhance customer experiences through innovative displays and layouts. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with various teams to ensure optimal product presentation, maintain brand standards, and stay ahead of market trends. Your creativity and proactive approach will drive sales and elevate the shopping experience. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and have a flair for design, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience in retail operations and visual merchandising.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform floor walks to maintain recovery standards before store opening.
• Implement themed installations and work with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Visual Merchandising

Creative Design

Retail Operations

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Background in Art

Job description

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Client:

Selfridges

Location:

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Retail

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

97301288473b

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job Introduction

As a Visual Merchandiser, you will:

• Perform floor walks each morning to check and maintain basic recovery standards and ensure that actions are carried out prior to store opening.
• Consider both the internal and external customer in all activities, including department layout, merchandising, and product presentation, including styling and setting, and benchmarking against competitors.
• Be proactively involved in implementing themed installations within your departments, working within a close-knit cross-functional team.
• Work closely with key contacts in Buying & Merchandising and Retail Operations to agree on brand adjacencies and product layouts to maximize sales potential, as well as building their understanding of standards and maintenance.
• Regularly perform comparative ‘shops’ of new and inspirational places to maintain awareness of competition, direction, and key brands.
• Have weekly updates with the Stock Control team, ensuring stock is returned and booked back in, and communicate updates as required.
• Maintain all vinyl signage and branding, including ordering, installation, and delivering consistent standards.
• Comply with Health & Safety standards, policies, and procedures, demonstrating good standards regarding your tools, equipment, and environment.

A bit about you

• Creative. With a background in Art as an advantage, you are passionate about design and visual displays, with an understanding of their importance in a retail environment.
• Experienced. You are able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, with previous experience in retail operations as well as exposure to VM through work placements.
• Well Informed. You will develop excellent product knowledge by following trends and being aware of our competitors’ activity.
• A great communicator. You work with your team to deliver results as well as work cross-functionally.
• Service and experience focused. Your creative understanding and ability to translate this into practical solutions and displays contribute to our customer experience.
• Organised and proactive. You are able to prioritise tasks and plan for key events and launches, e.g., sales.
• An example of our values: a trusted and respected colleague.