Homeware Visual Merchandiser

Weylandts; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent homeware retailer is seeking a Homeware Visual Merchandiser to execute creative implementations across retail stores. This role involves visual merchandising, installations, and VM training, ensuring visually inspiring homeware environments. The ideal candidate has a diploma in a related field and over 3 years of experience in visual merchandising, along with strong proficiency in SketchUp. This position is based in Greenpoint, Cape Town, and requires the ability to manage multiple installations effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' visual merchandising experience, ideally within homeware or interiors.
• Strong technical proficiency in SketchUp (mandatory) and Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transport for national travel.

Responsibilities

• Execute homeware installations across various categories.
• Prepare SketchUp layouts for installation and VM concepts.
• Facilitate workshops for Visual Merchandisers on installation techniques.
• Compile VM communication for stores and retail managers.

Skills

Visual merchandising experience

Technical proficiency in SketchUp

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Diploma in Interior Décor, Retail, Fashion, or Design

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

About us: From our humble beginnings in 1964 as a traditional furniture store in Windhoek, Namibia, Weylandts has grown into South Africa’s leading furniture and homeware retailer with 9 stores nationwide. Chris Weylandts inherited his father’s eye for extraordinary furniture and an appreciation for good living in its broadest sense. Under his leadership, the brand evolved into one that is synonymous with bold, confident aesthetics and timeless taste. At the heart of Weylandts’ vision is a unique fusion of clean, contemporary design with the soul of natural material.

Role overview

The Homeware Visual Merchandiser is responsible for interpreting and executing the Creative Manager’s homeware direction across all retail stores. This role focuses on creative implementation, category styling, technical layouts, installations, and VM training, ensuring that the homeware environments are visually inspiring, aligned to brand standards, and consistently executed nationwide. This position will be based in Greenpoint, Cape Town.

Key responsibilities

Creative Implementation & Installations

• Execute homeware installations across categories across shelving, linen, bathroom, kitchen, lighting and carpets and displays areas.
• Translate creative concepts into practical, brand-aligned visual solutions.
• Prepare SketchUp layouts for installation and drawings of VM concepts for sign-off and store rollout.
• Source and organise props required for homeware areas and storytelling moments.
• Ensure consistent implementation of the Creative Manager’s homeware direction across stores.
• Maintain an up-to-date SketchUp library by modelling new furniture and homeware items, when necessary.

Training & Workshops

• Facilitate workshops for Visual Merchandisers on homeware installation and merchandising techniques.
• Assist in developing clear and actionable VM training content.

Communication & Coordination

• Compile VM communication for stores and Retail Managers regarding homeware installations and updates.
• Provide monthly visual feedback, assessments, and reporting through virtual store visits.
• Manage and compile the Homeware Lookbook and assist with homeware communication documents.
• Liaise with Buying and Planning regarding product specifications, stock availability, landing dates, and signage.
• Collaborate on pack-out planning and product allocation strategies per store.
• Support the Creative Manager during revamps, seasonal rollouts, and campaigns.

Process & Workflow Support

• Assist in establishing consistent homeware standards, practices, and visual guidelines.
• Support the VM team with preparation of installation documentation and redesign concepts.

What you bring

• Diploma in Interior Décor, Retail, Fashion, or Design.
• Minimum 3 years’ visual merchandising experience, ideally within homeware or interiors.
• Strong technical proficiency in SketchUp (mandatory) and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple installations, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transport for national travel when required.

Competencies and behaviours for success

• Passion for retail and design with a strong eye for homeware aesthetics.
• Ability to interpret creative briefs and translate them into high-quality solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Effective communicator with strong organisational skills.
• Creative, proactive, and able to take initiative while following direction.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-store environment.