Visual Merchandising Manager (VMD)

AEON Co. (M) Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

AEON Co. (M) Bhd. is seeking a seasoned Visual Merchandiser to develop and implement seasonal guidelines for fashion stores in Malaysia.

You will oversee window displays, in-store layouts, and product presentations to enhance customer experience, collaborating with buying and marketing to align with launches and promotions. You will also plan store zoning, optimize space, and conduct audits to improve merchandising effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising, Retail Management, Art & Design, or related field.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in fashion retail, visual merchandising, or store design.
• Proven track record of leading visual merchandising teams and executing large-scale store displays.
• Experience working with fashion brands, department stores, or lifestyle retailers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement seasonal visual merchandising guidelines for fashion stores.
• Oversee the execution of window displays, in-store layouts, and product presentations to optimize customer experience.
• Collaborate with the buying and marketing teams to ensure visual displays align with product launches and promotional campaigns.
• Plan and execute store zoning strategies to enhance product visibility and maximize sales per square foot.
• Ensure effective space planning for new and existing stores to maintain a seamless shopping experience.
• Conduct store audits and performance analysis to continuously improve merchandising effectiveness.
• Stay updated on fashion trends, customer preferences, and competitor strategies to implement innovative visual concepts.
• Introduce creative and experiential retail elements to enhance store ambiance and customer engagement.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising, Retail Management, Art & Design, Interior Design, or related field

Job description

Develop and implement seasonal visual merchandising guidelines for fashion stores.

Oversee the execution of window displays, in-store layouts, and product presentations to optimize customer experience

Collaborate with the buying and marketing teams to ensure visual displays align with product launches and promotional campaigns.

Store Design & Layout Optimization

Plan and execute store zoning strategies to enhance product visibility and maximize sales per square foot.

Ensure effective space planning for new and existing stores to maintain a seamless shopping experience.

Conduct store audits and performance analysis to continuously improve merchandising effectiveness.

Trend Forecasting & Fashion Innovation

Stay updated on fashion trends, customer preferences, and competitor strategies to implement innovative visual concept.

Introduce creative and experiential retail elements to enhance store ambiance and customer engagement

Work with designers and suppliers to source materials and props for visual merchandising displays.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Brand Consistency

Work closely with the marketing team to develop campaign visuals, signage, and branding materials.

Coordinate with store operations and retail teams to ensure standardized visual merchandising execution across all locations.

Maintain brand identity and consistency across different store formats, including flagship, boutique, and outlet stores.

Sales Performance & Customer Engagement

Analyze the impact of visual merchandising strategies on sales conversion rates and foot traffic.

Implement customer engagement tactics such as interactive displays, styling sessions, and digital integrations

Gather and incorporate customer feedback into visual merchandising improvements

Train and develop in-store visual merchandising teams to ensure effective execution of display standards.

Provide coaching and workshops on visual merchandising techniques and trends

Foster a culture of creativity and excellence within the visual merchandising team.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising, Retail Management, Art & Design, Interior Design, or related field.

Professional certifications in Visual Merchandising or Retail Management is a plus.

Minimum 5-7 years of experience in fashion retail, visual merchandising, or store design

Proven track record of leading visual merchandising teams and executing large-scale store displays

Experience working with fashion brands, department stores, or lifestyle retailers preferred

Fashion Retail & Department Stores More than 10,000 employees

Committed to Customer Satisfaction

AEON Malaysia is a leading retail company offering a wide variety of products and services. Our stores provide groceries, home goods like electronics, furniture, and bedding, as well as fashion items. We also offer services such as credit and loyalty programs, financial services, and online shopping.

With over 30 locations across Malaysia, AEON is dedicated to ensuring customer happiness and satisfaction. We focus on creating a friendly and welcoming shopping environment, supported by knowledgeable staff who are ready to assist with any needs.

As a pioneer in the Malaysian retail industry, AEON plays a significant role in shaping shopping experiences

Committed to Customer Satisfaction

AEON Malaysia is a leading retail company offering a wide variety of products and services. Our stores provide groceries, home goods like electronics, furniture, and bedding, as well as fashion items. We also offer services such as credit and loyalty programs, financial services, and online shopping.

With over 30 locations across Malaysia, AEON is dedicated to ensuring customer happiness and satisfaction. We focus on creating a friendly and welcoming shopping environment, supported by knowledgeable staff who are ready to assist with any needs.

As a pioneer in the Malaysian retail industry, AEON plays a significant role in shaping shopping experiences