In-Store VM Specialist

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

Job summary

A leading sportswear brand in Johannesburg seeks a Visual Merchandiser to enhance store presentation and coordinate with staff. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of visual merchandising experience, a Matric certification, and a keen interest in fashion and sports. Responsibilities include training co-workers on visual standards, performing store operations efficiently, and contributing to sales success through best practices in merchandising. Join a diverse team committed to inclusiveness and individual expression.

Benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 2 - 3 years of visual merchandising experience in a retail environment.
• Ability to follow directives and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to meeting or exceeding store sales and profit targets.
• Cascade information given by Regional VM Manager to store staff.
• Ensure compliance with global standards for a pleasant shopping experience.

Skills

Interest in fashion & sports

Organized and detail-oriented

Good numeracy and communication skills

Education

Matric Certification

Job description

Purpose & Overall Relevance For The 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 Regional VM Manager to Store Manager 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 Store Manager.

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 standard 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[MN1] shift: campaign change.
• Lead store staff 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.
• Ensure there is a VM corner at BOH to keep all VM elements packed accordingly.

Customer Service And Operational Tasks

• 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[NC2].

Key Relationships

• Consumers
• Peers / Supervisor, VM Manager, Deputy Manager, Store Manager
• Regional VM

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 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

• Matric Certification.
• 2 - 3 years of visual merchandising experience in a retail environment.

adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an equal opportunity employer.