Visual Merchandising Manager, Kings Road

ARKET; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Visual Merchandiser Manager to enhance customer experience through strategic visual merchandising. In this full-time role, you'll lead a dedicated team, analyze sales data, and ensure an inspiring store atmosphere that drives sales. Your passion for fashion and trends will be key in creating compelling displays and customer journeys. Join a supportive team environment where your contributions will shape the shopping experience and help develop your career in a dynamic market.

Benefits

25% staff discount

Pension scheme

Clothing allowance

Holiday entitlement

Global development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in visual merchandising and current fashion trends.
• Ability to analyze sales data for visual strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Visual Merchandisers to maintain high standards.
• Coordinate visual changes and define customer pathways.

Skills

Visual Merchandising

Fashion Trends Knowledge

Data-Driven Decision Making

Leadership

Job description

Company Description

ARKET is a modern-day market with a Nordic soul, offering a mix of fashion, homeware, and a café while prioritizing quality, sustainability, and transparency. ARKET's mission is to democratize quality through accessible, well-made, durable products designed for long-term use. Learn more about ARKET here.

Job Description

As the Visual Merchandiser Manager, you will oversee the implementation of a cohesive customer journey across stores, adhering to ARKET standards and guidelines. You will support a team of Visual Merchandisers in your designated stores.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide excellent customer service through extensive knowledge of trends, products, and styling.
• Ensure a strong store experience and clear customer journey to maximize sales.
• Analyze sales data and service results to direct visual strategies.
• Lead and motivate your Visual Merchandiser team to maintain high visual standards.
• Coordinate visual changes with store management and define customer pathways.
• Identify talent and develop their growth plans.
• Set and train the team on visual merchandising standards, product stories, and inspiration.
• Maintain communication with Area Visual and provide feedback to the team.

Qualifications

We seek individuals embodying teamwork, entrepreneurship, and continuous improvement, with an optimistic and adaptable attitude, proactive in addressing business and customer needs.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Knowledge of current fashion trends, silhouettes, and visual merchandising guidelines.
• Experience with window displays, mannequins, and operational routines.
• Ability to make data-driven VM decisions.
• Proficiency in English.
• Leadership experience is advantageous.

Motivation

• A passion for fashion, VM strategy, and trends.
• Motivated to enhance customer experience through visual and service excellence.
• Open to learning and personal development.

Behavior

• Supportive, receptive to ideas, and constructive feedback.
• Expressive yet collaborative, respectful, and adaptable.
• Results-oriented, innovative, and clear communicators.

Past Achievements

• Proven high standards in visual merchandising that are both commercial and inspiring.
• Experience managing VM activations, window displays, and layouts.
• Successful collaboration with store teams to meet goals.

Additional Information

This is a full-time role (39 hours/week) at our Kings Road store. Please submit your CV in English promptly.

Benefits:

• Attractive benefits and global development opportunities.
• 25% staff discount on all H&M Group brands.
• Participation in the H&M Incentive Program (HIP).
  Learn more about HIP here.
• Supportive team environment from day one.
• Additional benefits: holiday entitlement, pension scheme, clothing allowance.

Inclusion & Diversity

H&M Group is committed to fostering inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplaces. We value a diverse workforce that brings varied perspectives, enhancing our ability to meet challenges and serve customers globally. All diversity aspects are considered in our recruitment process.

Company Description

COS

COS offers ready-to-wear and accessories rooted in quality and timeless design. Inspired by modern culture and fashion movements, collections emphasize craftsmanship, innovation, and sustainability, blending contemporary and classic styles seamlessly. Learn more about COS here.

Note: This position is on a local contract; applicants must have the legal right to work in IE. Others can register interest for future opportunities.