Visual Merchandising Manager – Debenhams

Alshaya; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 12,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Debenhams, part of the M.H. Alshaya group, is seeking a Visual Merchandising Manager to lead store presentation and window displays in Kuwait. You will work with store teams to deliver compelling visual standards that drive brand sales and customer experience.

You will train, coach and develop visual and store staff on the brand's standards, ensuring consistent execution across all departments. Creative, energetic leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous fashion retail VM experience and a strong understanding of VM guideline implementation.
• Creative individual with good interpersonal and networking skills.
• Energy and enthusiasm and the ability to develop and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• You will work with and through the store teams to deliver effective and commercial visual standards, including store layouts and window displays.
• Deliver brand visuals and contribute to achievement of brand sales targets.
• Train, coach and develop visual and store staff on the brand's visual standards and delivery.

Skills

Visual Merchandising

VM guidelines

Creativity

Interpersonal skills

Leadership / Team motivation

Job description

Debenhams is a leading department store from the UK carrying a full range of cosmetics, womenswear, lingerie, accessories, menswear, childrenswear and home. The store offers a unique combination of exclusive designer brands, international brands and Debenhams' own collectionYou will work with and through the store teams to deliver effective and commercial visual standards, including store layouts and window displays, thereby contributing to the achievement of the brand sales targets. In addition you will train, coach and develop visual and store staff on the brand's visual standards and delivery.

• Currently operating at Visual Merchandising Manager level.
• Previous fashion retail VM experience and a strong understanding of VM guideline implementation.
• Creative.
• Good interpersonal and networking skills.
• Energy and enthusiasm and the ability to develop and motivate a team.

About The Company

M.H. Alshaya is a leading international franchise operator for over 70 of the world’s most recognised retail brands including Mothercare, H&M, Debenhams, American Eagle Outfitters, Harvey Nichols, Boots, Starbucks, The Cheesecake Factory, Vision Express, M.A.C, Victoria’s Secret, Pottery Barn and Office Depot. The company operates more than 2,400 stores across 7 divisions: Fashion & Footwear, Food, Health & Beauty, Optics, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings and Office Supplies.
Alshaya’s stores can currently be found in 19 markets across the Middle East & North Africa, Russia, Turkey and Europe and it employs more than 32,000 people from over 110 nationalities.
The company has established itself as the industry leader across these territories through a combination of local market understanding and a comprehensive commitment to customer service. Growth in each of its operating divisions and brands is supported by continuous investment in talent and infrastructure. It applies best practices in retail operations, merchandising, marketing, information technology, logistics, real estate, human resources and financial controls.
M.H. Alshaya is the retail business of the Alshaya Group, which was founded in Kuwait in 1890 and today represents one of the most dynamic companies in the Middle East. In addition to its retail operations, the Alshaya Group is active in a number of other sectors including real estate, automotive, hotels, trading and investments.