Junior Manager - Beauty Store Layout & Visual Merchandising (VM) Decor
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Junior Manager - Beauty Store Layout & Visual Merchandising (VM) Decor to lead and oversee the end-to-end planning and execution of store design, technical drawings, retail space planning, and visual merchandising décor for our beauty retail network.
This role is responsible for ensuring that all new store openings and renovation projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with the company's brand aesthetics and operational standards. The successful candidate will also be responsible for creating engaging customer experiences through well-designed tester bars, consultation counters, and visual merchandising displays.
Key Responsibilities
- Review, evaluate, and approve detailed technical drawings for beauty fixtures, gondola displays, wall displays, tester counters, and vanity tables.
- Ensure beauty-specific lighting standards are accurately implemented, including high Color Rendering Index (CRI), appropriate color temperature, and optimal lighting conditions to ensure accurate makeup color representation.
- Oversee the integration of operational requirements such as under-counter storage, tester management systems, and hygiene/sanitation facilities within store displays.
- Ensure consistency of fixture quality, functionality, and brand presentation across all retail locations.
- Develop and lead thematic decoration concepts, window displays, focal-point backdrops, and feature tables for seasonal campaigns and new product launches.
- Create, maintain, and enforce visual merchandising standards, including master planograms and VM guidelines for tester displays, tray merchandising, promotional displays, and Gift-With-Purchase (GWP) executions.
- Collaborate with Brand Marketing teams to ensure all visual elements align with brand identity and campaign objectives.
- Continuously evaluate emerging beauty retail trends and recommend innovative store presentation concepts to enhance customer engagement and shopping experience.
- Collaborate closely with Visual Merchandising, Brand Marketing, and Store Operations teams to ensure seamless project execution.
- Manage relationships with interior contractors, fixture manufacturers, acrylic display suppliers, and other project vendors, including vendor selection, technical specification discussions, negotiations, and material approvals.
- Review and assess material boards, samples, and prototypes to ensure compliance with quality and brand standards.
- Conduct regular site visits and store inspections to ensure layout execution, lighting installation, fixture placement, and visual merchandising implementations meet company requirements.
- Monitor project progress and resolve design, construction, or operational issues in a timely manner.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Visual Communication Design, Product Design, or a related creative discipline.
Experience
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in retail store design, visual merchandising, or related fields.
- Minimum 1-2 years of supervisory or managerial experience.
- Previous experience in the beauty, fashion, cosmetics, lifestyle, or luxury retail industry will be highly preferred.
- Proven experience managing store opening, renovation, and retail fit-out projects.
Technical Skills
- Proficient in AutoCAD (2D) and at least one 3D modeling software such as SketchUp, 3ds Max, or Rhino.
- Strong skills in rendering software such as V-Ray, Enscape, or Twinmotion.
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop and Illustrator.
- Strong understanding of:
- Detailed working drawings
- Material specifications
- Space planning and planogram development
- Ability to interpret architectural drawings and coordinate effectively with contractors and consultants.
Leadership & Soft Skills
- Strong leadership, project management, and organizational capabilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong aesthetic sense with a deep understanding of beauty industry trends, color psychology, and brand identity.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
- Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
- Proactive problem-solving mindset and ability to make informed decisions under pressure.
About the company
We are a retailer and distributor for International Cosmetics, Fragrances, and Fashion Brands in Indonesia with remarkable credibility, aiming to become the most valuable, prominent and reliable offline and online retail partner for brand owners and authorized distributor in this rapidly expanding industry.
As of now, we are present in more than 30 cities nationwide through our retail chain stores C&F, Yves Rocher, Flormar, Banila Co, Memo Paris and Paul&Shark, with a total of more than 140 stores.
In this dynamic and challenging market, we are growing and evolving rapidly. Hence we are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic, and self-motivated person to join us to be part of the leading team.
We are a retailer and distributor for International Cosmetics, Fragrances, and Fashion Brands in Indonesia with remarkable credibility, aiming to become the most valuable, prominent and reliable offline and online retail partner for brand owners and authorized distributor in this rapidly expanding industry.
As of now, we are present in more than 30 cities nationwide through our retail chain stores C&F, Yves Rocher, Flormar, Banila Co, Memo Paris and Paul&Shark, with a total of more than 140 stores.
In this dynamic and challenging market, we are growing and evolving rapidly. Hence we are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic, and self-motivated person to join us to be part of the leading team.
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