Visual Merchandising Specialist

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Creative Visual Merchandiser to join the team in Queenstown. You will design and implement eye-catching displays across product categories, ensuring brand consistency and alignment with seasonal campaigns.

Strong portfolio and knowledge of design principles are essential. The role requires hands-on work, collaboration with store teams, and a passion for retail aesthetics to enhance customer experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Visual Merchandiser or in a similar visual display role within retail.
• Strong portfolio showcasing visual merchandising designs and executions.
• Excellent understanding of design principles, color theory, and space planning.
• Knowledge of current fashion and retail trends.
• Ability to interpret brand guidelines and translate them into compelling displays.
• Strong attention to detail and aesthetics.
• Good communication and collaboration with store teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage time.
• Physical ability to lift, move, and install display materials.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement eye-catching visual merchandising displays for all product categories.
• Ensure all displays reflect brand aesthetics and maintain store-wide consistency.
• Collaborate with store management to plan seasonal campaigns and product launches.
• Maintain high standards of visual presentation and keep fixtures in good condition.
• Monitor inventory levels for display props and replenish as needed.
• Train and guide store staff on visual merchandising principles.
• Analyze sales data to understand impact of visual merchandising on performance.
• Stay informed about industry trends and emerging techniques.
• Create store layouts and planograms to optimize product placement and customer flow.
• Keep the store environment clean, organized, and visually appealing.

Skills

Visual merchandising

Design principles

Color theory

Space planning

Trend awareness

Portfolio of work

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent fashion retailer, is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Visual Merchandising Specialist to join their team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This role is vital for creating captivating in-store displays and product presentations that enhance the customer shopping experience and drive sales. The Specialist will be responsible for implementing visual merchandising strategies, ensuring brand consistency across all displays, and staying abreast of the latest trends in retail design. This is an on-site position, requiring a hands-on approach to transforming store aesthetics and creating an engaging retail environment. You will work closely with store management and sales associates to bring visual concepts to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement eye-catching visual merchandising displays for all product categories, including window displays, in-store layouts, and promotional areas.
• Ensure all visual merchandising reflects the brand's aesthetic and maintains consistency across the store.
• Collaborate with store management to plan and execute seasonal campaigns, promotions, and new product launches.
• Maintain high standards of visual presentation, ensuring fixtures are well-maintained and products are attractively presented.
• Monitor inventory levels for visual display props and materials, and replenish as needed.
• Train and guide store staff on visual merchandising principles and execution.
• Analyze sales data to understand the impact of visual merchandising on product performance and make adjustments accordingly.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging visual merchandising techniques.
• Create store layouts and planograms that optimize product placement and customer flow.
• Ensure the overall store environment is clean, organized, and visually appealing.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Visual Merchandiser or in a similar visual display role within the retail sector.
• A strong portfolio showcasing creative visual merchandising designs and executions.
• Excellent understanding of design principles, color theory, and space planning.
• Knowledge of current fashion and retail trends.
• Ability to interpret brand guidelines and translate them into compelling visual displays.
• Strong attention to detail and a keen eye for aesthetics.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with store teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Physical ability to lift, move, and install display materials.
• Passion for retail and creating inspiring customer experiences.

Benefits

This role offers a competitive salary, employee discounts on merchandise, and opportunities for professional development within a growing retail company. You will have the chance to directly influence the store's visual appeal and contribute to its commercial success in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . Join a dedicated team passionate about fashion and creating memorable shopping experiences.