Assistant Retail Merchandising Manager

Placements24; Cape Town; Ibrido; ZAR 350.000 - 520.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary package with short-

Medical aid and provident fund

Staff discounts on merchandise

Training and development opportunities

Creative and collaborative work env

Access to industry trends

Annual bonus potential

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Placements24 is seeking an ambitious Assistant Retail Merchandising Manager to join our fashion retail team in Cape Town. You will partner with the Merchandising Manager to plan, develop, and execute compelling visual merchandising strategies that enhance the in-store experience and drive sales across multiple stores.

The role requires a keen eye for aesthetics, a strong portfolio, and the ability to collaborate with buying and marketing.

Competenze

• Proven visual merchandising or retail display experience in fashion/apparel.
• Strong portfolio showcasing concepts and execution.
• Excellent understanding of retail environments and customer flow.
• Proficiency with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite.

Mansioni

• Assist in developing and implementing seasonal visual merchandising plans and store layouts.
• Support the Merchandising Manager in product placement, display creation, and in-store branding initiatives.
• Collaborate with buying and marketing to reflect current trends and promotions.
• Conduct store visits to assess merchandising standards and provide feedback to store teams.
• Train staff on visual merchandising best practices and product knowledge.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure timely replenishment of display elements.
• Analyze sales data to identify opportunities for improving product presentation.
• Maintain brand guidelines across all channels.
• Contribute to in-store events and visual merchandising campaigns.

Conoscenze

Visual merchandising

Retail display

Portfolio development

Communication

Project management

Team collaboration

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Visual Merchandising

Strumenti

Adobe Creative Suite

Illustrator

Photoshop

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the fashion retail industry, is looking for an ambitious Assistant Retail Merchandising Manager to join their team in Cape Town, Western Cape. This role is integral to ensuring our product presentation is always at the forefront of retail trends, driving customer engagement and sales performance across all stores. The successful candidate will work closely with the Merchandising Manager to plan, develop, and execute compelling visual merchandising strategies. This position requires a keen eye for detail, a creative flair, and a strong understanding of consumer behavior within the retail space. You will play a key role in shaping the in-store experience, making this an exciting opportunity for a budding merchandising professional eager to make their mark in the beautiful city of Cape Town.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of seasonal visual merchandising plans and store layouts.
• Support the Merchandising Manager in product placement, display creation, and in-store branding initiatives.
• Collaborate with the buying and marketing teams to ensure merchandising reflects current trends and promotions.
• Conduct store visits to assess merchandising standards and provide feedback and guidance to store teams.
• Train store staff on visual merchandising best practices and product knowledge.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure timely replenishment of visual display elements.
• Analyze sales performance data to identify opportunities for optimizing product presentation.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of competitor activities and industry trends.
• Ensure all visual merchandising adheres to brand guidelines and maintains a consistent look and feel across all channels.
• Contribute to the planning and execution of in-store events and visual merchandising campaigns.

Requirements

• Proven experience in visual merchandising or retail display, preferably within the fashion or apparel sector.
• A strong portfolio showcasing creative visual merchandising concepts and execution.
• Excellent understanding of retail environments and customer flow.
• Proficiency with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) is a plus.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of aesthetics and creativity.
• Bachelor's degree in Visual Merchandising, Marketing, Design, or a related field is advantageous.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to various store locations in and around Cape Town.
• A passion for fashion and retail excellence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance incentives.
• Medical aid and provident fund contributions.
• Generous staff discounts on merchandise.
• Opportunities for training and professional development in merchandising and retail.
• A creative and collaborative work environment.
• Access to the latest industry trends and tools.
• Annual bonus potential.