VM/Creative Ops Manager - 3-6 month FTC

Salt; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A global recruitment agency is seeking a Visual Merchandising Manager based in the UK. This role involves managing the brand's Visual Merchandising strategy, collaborating with stakeholders, and delivering retail experiences aligned with the brand strategy. Candidates should have a degree in design and at least 5 years of relevant experience in Visual Merchandising, particularly in the Beauty or FMCG sectors.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years experience in Visual Merchandising with focus in Beauty and/or FMCG.
• Excellent understanding of technical aspects of Visual Merchandising.
• Ability to manage large-scale, complex projects and critical paths.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain Visual Merchandising execution according to brand guidelines.
• Create Visual Merchandising Design brief based on relevant information.
• Raise POs, track and file all CAPEX and OPEX costs.

Skills

Visual Merchandising

Project Management

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor Degree in Design

Tools

Sketchup

Cinema4D

AutoCAD

Fusion

Job description

Job title

Principal Consultant (Freelance Creative) at Salt

Role Overview

Reporting to the Head of Visual Merchandising, the VM Manager manages, supports and delivers the clients Global Visual Merchandising strategy by working with internal and external stakeholders, developing fixture and event design and ensuring consistency of brand messaging across all retailer channels. Ultimately our VM Manager is responsible for delivering innovative retail experiences for our consumers that align with our brand strategy and business goals, across all physical channels of distribution

Overview

Visual Merchandising Manager working for a global Beauty brand.

Location

Location: Ideally you are based near Glasgow for this role due to the head office location but the client is open to candidates London/UK based who would be open to travelling to HQ once a month, this will be expensed.

Start date

Start date: Beginning of September 3 month FTC, this is likely to be extended to 6 months.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all Visual Merchandising execution and store expression according to brand guidelines, this will involve working collaboratively with key internal and external stakeholders on delivering the brands’ vision on all POS materials for all physical points of distribution
• Create CPAs/schedules; assess and flag risks for all VM projects
• Manage, update and maintain the VM Master List across all permanent (NSO & resets) and temporary (updates & events) projects. Flag any risk to management and key stakeholders and propose alternative solutions.
• Work collaboratively to align all Retailer reset/rebuild updates and promo with the VM master calendar ensuring that every project is on track and delivered on time.
• Create Visual Merchandising Design brief based on all relevant information shared by Sales, Marketing and Retail partners
• Create planograms and rationalize shelf productivity in partnership with the Sales team. Planograms to include in-depth knowledge of POS manufacture, materials and lead times
• Raise POs, track and file all CAPEX and OPEX costs whilst maintaining the VM budget and tracker

Role requirements

• At least 5 years experience in Visual Merchandising with focus in Beauty and/or FMCG
• Bachelor Degree in Design: Architecture/ Interior Design / Visual Merchandising
• Excellent understanding of the technical aspects of Visual Merchandising and knowledge of manufacture and working with external suppliers.
• Ability to read and translate technical / manufacturing drawings
• Sound understanding of the principles of Project Management and ability to manage large scale, complex projects and critical paths
• Excellent time management and organisational skills, with ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects concurrently
• Able to create clear VM presentations and is confident to present to the key stakeholders of the business whilst sharing risks and solutions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc)
• Proficient in design programs including Adobe Creative Suite and 3D design programs (Sketchup, Cinema4D, AutoCAD, Fusion)
• Great organization and multi-tasking skills and able to prioritise workload
• Able to work very well under pressure and thrive in a fast-paced collaborative environment
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills; able to develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholder

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Art/Creative and Project Management

Industries

• Retail