In - Store VM Specialist

adidas Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global sportswear company is looking for an In-Store VM Specialist in Johannesburg. The role involves implementing visual merchandising strategies, training staff, and ensuring compliance with global standards. Candidates should have a strong interest in fashion and sports, excellent communication skills, and prior visual merchandising experience. This role offers an opportunity to enhance the in-store shopping experience and drive sales.

Qualifications

• 1 year of visual merchandising experience is preferred.
• Ability to follow directives and work as a team.
• Self-motivated with effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement the global visual merchandising direction effectively.
• Train co-workers on merchandising standards and guidelines.
• Maintain store compliance with global retail standards.

Skills

Interest in fashion & sports

Organized and detail-oriented

Good numeracy and literacy skills

Effective problem-solving abilities

Education

High school education

Fluent in local language – verbal and written

Job description

Job title : In - Store VM Specialist

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg Deadline : August 23, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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PURPOSE & IMPACT ON ORGANIZATION :

Contribute to meeting or exceeding store sales and profit targets by :

Ensuring the efficient and effective implementation of the global visual merchandising direction in assigned store.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Communication :

Cascade information given by Market VM manager to SM and Store staff through Training and meetings.

Participate in team meetings and team huddle to understand needs, delivery of stock and Sales and retail KPI analysis in order to drive sales through VM

Give feedback to the RBO on Stores’ needs after discussing with SM.

Merchandising Display :

Ensure store complies with Global standards and guidelines to provide a pleasant shopping experience to all consumers

Ensure all windows are presented to a high standards including mannequins dressing and positioning, lighting direction, cleanliness, steaming and price communication

In charge of creating clear Shop –In-Shop’s to emphasize category presentation

Ensure correct use and positioning of In-Store Communication Tools

Dress in-store mannequins and place props correctly

Apply and maintain Retail Standards

Daily audit using adidas VM compliance Checklist

Monthly submission on VM Compliance Tool including taking and uploading pictures into the system

Update weekly the Space Management Tool floor plan and fixture allocation based on product presentation movement.

Weekly analysis of Space Management Results with SM and draft common action plan

Night shift : campaign change

Lead in-store VM team by example, organize their work time and tasks)

In-store VM Training :

Train co-workers on :

Global Visual Merchandising standards and guidelines, including folding techniques, different hanger types, size order and size curve, steaming and merchandise presentation standards as well as the use of size cubes and size stickers

Getting to know your stores” and wall configuration - Train the Trainer

Enhancing consumer journey

VM Reporting :

Keep up to date on competitor analysis as well as current and upcoming fashion trends across the store location area. Communicate information to Market VM Manager

Identify and communicate store needs fixtures / ISC to Market VM Manager

Other duties as requested by SM / Market VM Manager

Equipment control :

Returns and correctly stores unused equipment including fixtures, mannequins, props & graphic frames

Manage fixtures with care to avoid damages

Is familiar with health and safety issues

Customer service and operations tasks (part time VM Champion) :

Execute the Brand Customer Service standards to meet or exceed customers’ expectations

Be a Brand Ambassador, consistently exhibiting the Brand Attitude and Values

Use Seasonal Brand and product knowledge effectively during sales interactions

Communicate product features and benefits and unique selling points clearly to address customers’ needs and strengthen their connection to the Brand

Minimize loss in both, the stockroom and the sales floor

Perform all store operations in a safe, effective and efficient manner

Collaborate productively and respectfully with team members

Complete all applicable training programs and effectively apply the learning on the job

Seek coaching and learning opportunities to continually improve your performance

KEY RELATIONSHIPS :

Consumers

Peers / Supervisor

KNOWLEDGE, CAPABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE :

Interest in fashion & sports desirable

English-skills beneficial

Organized and detailed oriented

Is able to follow directives

Good numeracy, literacy, verbal and written communication skills

Self - motivated

Work as a team

Effective problem-solving abilities

A good eye for style, coordination and attention to detail

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

High school education

Fluent in local language – verbal and written

ARP level

1 year of visual merchandising experience is preferred

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