Visual Merchandiser

Samsonite International S.A; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsonite is seeking a driven Visual Merchandiser to lead in-store and window displays across the travel goods portfolio. You will execute promotions, launches, and seasonal themes, while maintaining high visual standards and timely setups in stores.

Extensive travel within the region is required, with strong MS Office skills and proficiency in Photoshop/Illustrator preferred. Qualifications include a Diploma in Visual Merchandising (NIFT) and 2–5 years of VM experience in travel/lifestyle

Qualifications

• Graduate with Diploma in Visual Merchandising (NIFT).
• 2–5 years of VM experience in travel goods or lifestyle products.
• Experience with new product/store launches and seasonal themes.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the region.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; knowledge of Photoshop/Illustrator is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Effective implementation of promotions and new launch windows.
• Plan design execution within budget.
• Ensure timely display of VM.
• Maintain window and in-store displays to high standard.
• Set up the floor for all stores with timelines.
• Document implementation process and review for improvements.
• Provide timely follow through on all VM areas.
• Maintain branch reports.
• Identify and develop new vendors.
• Manage vendor relationships for quality standards.

Skills

VM Planning

Vendor Mgmt

MS Office

Photoshop

Illustrator

Education

Diploma in Visual Merchandising

NIFT

Tools

MS Office

Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

Samsonite is the worldwide leader in superior travel bags, luggage, and accessories combining notable style with the latest design technology and the utmost attention to quality and durability. For more than 100 years, Samsonite has leveraged its rich heritage to create unparalleled products that fulfill the travel lifestyle needs of conscious movers everywhere. With a portfolio of brands including Samsonite, Tumi, American Tourister, High Sierra, Gregory, Hartmann, and Lipault Paris, our products are sold in over 100 countries in North America, Asia, Europe and Latin America through our company-operated retail store, websites and a variety of retail partners.

Job Description

VisualMerchandisingOperations:

Effective implementation of promotional /new launch windows, instore POS Elements - Props, Signage,VisualCommunications.

Efficient planning of the design execution within the budgets.

Ensure timely display of the VM.

Maintain window and in-store displays to a high standard in line with VM guidelines.

Set up the floor for all stores, adhering to the timelines & ensuring on-time execution.

Documenting of all the implementation process and regular review for improvisation opportunities.

Provide timely and complete follow through on all areas ofVisualmerchandising.

Maintain Branch reports, to be provided whenever required.

Identify and develop new vendors to source new materials.

Manage the vendor relationship in terms of quality standards of deliverables.

Education

Graduate with Diploma in Visual Merchandising
NIFT

Experience Requirements

2 to 5 years of work experience in VM in travel goods or lifestyle products.

Candidate must have worked on new product/store launches and/or seasonal themes.

Experience in multiple formats is required, eg: MBO, EBO, SIS, etc.

Mobility/Travel

Extensive travel across the assigned region.

Computer Skills

Frequent user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point), added knowledge of Photoshop & Illustrator will be an advantage.

Language

Excellent spoken and written English,Hindi and Local Language

About the Team

Why you'll love working here:

• Our employees matter. As a people-focused business, we work hard to provide meaningful rewards and development opportunities for our employees, recognizing performance, and creating a supportive working environment for them, wherever they are based.
• Vibrant culture. We are committed to a diverse and rich culture, welcoming people from all walks of life. Our long-standing commitment to culture and inclusion empowers us to bring our authentic selves and unique differences to work every day.
• Socially responsible. We want to minimize our products' impact on the environment and help create positive journeys worldwide. We do this by creating the best products using the most sustainable and innovative materials, methods, and models.

What we value:

At Samsonite, we do more than create the bags that move with our consumer, we inspire and celebrate the moments that move them. We believe we have a responsibility to the world in how we operate, the products we sell, the communities where we live and work, and how we treat the people we employ. We're as diverse as travel itself, and like travel, your journey with Samsonite presents the opportunity to be a part of something bigger and explore your passions. This is why we offer various paths for professionals and celebrate the knowledge and skills they bring to our team. We are committed to a respectful workplace that allows our team members to bring their best selves to the workplace daily.

Samsonite is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting and maintaining a work environment in which all applicants, associates, customers, and other individuals are treated with dignity and respect free from unlawful harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.