Lead Visual Merchandiser — Create Captivating Retail Displays

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Annual bonus

Employee discount

Professional development

Travel allowance

Annual leave

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Visual Merchandiser for our retailer client in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will translate brand aesthetics into compelling in-store displays, lead a team of junior merchandisers, and collaborate with store management, marketing and buying teams to drive sales and strengthen brand perception.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in visual merchandising, at least 2 years in a lead role, a strong portfolio, and proficiency in design tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in visual merchandising with at least 2 years in a lead/supervisory role.
• Proven ability to create impactful displays and store layouts in retail.
• Strong design principles, colour theory and space planning.
• Portfolio demonstrating visual merchandising work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute innovative visual merchandising strategies for all stores in Tembisa, Gauteng and align with brand campaigns.
• Create engaging product displays, store layouts, window designs and in-store signage to boost visibility and sales.
• Lead and mentor a team of junior merchandisers and store staff with training on standards.
• Collaborate with store management, marketing and buying to inform assortment and promotional calendars.
• Visit stores regularly to assess displays, implement updates and ensure consistency across locations.
• Source props and fixtures; manage costs while maintaining high quality.
• Stay updated on retail design trends and competitive activity.
• Develop and maintain visual merchandising guidelines and standards.
• Analyze sales data and feedback to refine merchandising strategies.

Skills

Visual merchandising

Team leadership

Brand guidelines

Adobe Creative Suite

Communication

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Visual Merchandiser for our retailer client in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will translate brand aesthetics into compelling in-store displays, lead a team of junior merchandisers, and collaborate with store management, marketing and buying teams to drive sales and strengthen brand perception.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in visual merchandising, at least 2 years in a lead role, a strong portfolio, and proficiency in design tools.