Visual Merchandising for Specialty Store

PT MDS Retailing Tbk; Tangerang; On-site; IDR 180,000,000 - 300,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Matahari is seeking a Visual Merchandising Assistant Manager to lead in-store visual strategies and team guidance, shaping on-brand experiences across locations. This role emphasizes training, guideline development, and monthly performance reviews to maintain consistent visuals.

Responsibilities include weekly VM directions, store visits, and collaboration with merchandising and marketing to align with brand objectives, with frequent travel and flexible hours expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Visual Merchandising, Fashion or related field.
• Proven experience in visual merchandising within an international fashion brand.
• Knowledge of brand visual standards, retail operations and merchandizing best practices.
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in designing and delivering effective training programs.
• Proficiency in planogram, floor plan and visual guideline development.
• Proficient in design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop or Sketch.
• Analytical mindset with ability to assess display effectiveness and make data-driven decisions.
• High creativity and attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain visual merchandising guidelines for launches and campaigns.
• Ensure alignment with brand identity and visual standards across stores.
• Develop weekly VM directions based on sales data and campaigns.
• Suggest display adjustments to boost sales and visual appeal.
• Plan and execute regular store visits to review VM execution and compliance.
• Support store teams in VM implementation and resolve issues; provide feedback.
• Collaborate with merchandising and marketing to align VM with brand objectives.
• Conduct VM training to elevate store capabilities and standardize visuals.
• Lead VM setup for new stores including prop and print installations; coordinate with merchandising for product placement.
• Compile monthly VM reports with insights and recommendations.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Planogram

Floor plan

Visual guidelines

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Sketch

Data analysis

Creativity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Visual Merchandising

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Sketch

Job description

Visual Merchandising for Specialty Store

We’re hiring a Visual Merchandising Assistant Manager!
Bring our brand to life in-store by leading creative visual strategies, guiding store teams, and driving retail impact. Join us to shape inspiring, on-brand experiences across all locations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Visual Merchandising, Communication Design, Marketing, Retail Management, or a related field.
• Strong experience in visual merchandising within an international fashion brand.
• In-depth knowledge of brand visual standards, retail operations, and merchandising best practices.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to design and deliver effective training programs.
• Skilled in planogram, floor plan, and visual guideline development.
• Proficient in design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or Sketch.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to assess display effectiveness and make data-driven decisions.
• High creativity and attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work flexible hours, balancing strategic planning with frequent in-store execution.

Job Responsibilities:

• 1. Visual Guideline Development
• Create and maintain visual merchandising (VM) guidelines for new product launches and campaigns.
• Ensure all launches align with brand identity and visual standards.
• 2. Weekly VM Strategy
• Develop weekly VM directions informed by sales data, campaign focus, and promotional activities.
• Recommend display adjustments to boost sales and visual appeal.
• 3. Store Visit Management
• Plan and execute regular store visits to review VM execution and ensure compliance with brand standards.
• 4. Execution Support & Evaluation
• Support store teams in VM execution, resolve implementation issues, and evaluate performance.
• Provide actionable feedback for improvement.
• Work closely with merchandising and marketing teams to align VM strategies with broader brand objectives.
• 6. Training & Development
• Conduct VM training sessions to elevate store team capabilities.
• Champion a consistent visual identity across all locations.
• 7. Monthly Reporting
• Compile monthly reports covering VM activities, challenges, successes, and recommendations.
• Share insights to support continuous improvement.
• 8. New Store Openings
• Lead VM setup for new stores, including prop and print installations based on approved floor plans.
• Coordinate with merchandising for optimal product placement.

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Fashion Retail & Department Stores More than 10,000 employees

Matahari is Indonesia's premier department store chain, holding a commanding 47.8% market share. As the nation's leading omni-channel, customer-centric "house of specialists," we excel in apparel, footwear, beauty, and related sectors, driven by our philosophy of "feel good."

Matahari is Indonesia's premier department store chain, holding a commanding 47.8% market share. As the nation's leading omni-channel, customer-centric "house of specialists," we excel in apparel, footwear, beauty, and related sectors, driven by our philosophy of "feel good."