Lead Visual Merchandiser (Remote)

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Employee discounts

Professional development

Flexible remote work

Travel allowance

Retirement savings plan

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a highly creative Lead Visual Merchandiser to join our fully remote team. You will set the creative direction for in-store displays, windows, and online visual experiences, collaborating with remote teams to ensure a cohesive brand narrative.

The role requires 7+ years in visual merchandising, a strong portfolio, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite. You will lead remote store teams, source display materials, and analyze performance to drive sales while staying ahead

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Visual Merchandising, Fashion Design, Marketing, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 7+ years of experience in visual merchandising, with lead/senior capacity.
• Proven track record of creating successful visual merchandising campaigns in retail.
• Strong understanding of color theory, space planning, and design principles.
• Proficiency in design software and digital mood boards/presentations.
• Excellent communication and ability to influence stakeholders remotely.
• Experience leading remote teams is desirable.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute innovative visual merchandising concepts aligned with brand guidelines and marketing objectives.
• Create detailed visual merchandising plans including floor layouts, window displays, and product placement guides.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and e-commerce to ensure consistent brand messaging.
• Direct and guide remote store teams on visual standards and displays.
• Source and manage props, fixtures, and materials with cost-effectiveness and timely delivery.
• Analyze sales data and customer feedback to evaluate initiatives and recommend improvements.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging visual merchandising techniques.
• Develop and maintain visual merchandising manuals and guidelines.
• Conduct virtual store visits and audits to ensure adherence to standards and identify enhancements.
• Train and mentor junior visual merchandising staff and store teams.

Kenntnisse

Visual Merchandising

Leadership

Adobe Creative Suite

Color theory

Space planning

Presentation skills

Remote team leadership

Portfolio development

Ausbildung

Degree in Visual Merchandising

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly creative and results-oriented Lead Visual Merchandiser to join their fully remote team. This pivotal role involves conceptualizing and executing captivating visual merchandising strategies that drive brand awareness and sales across various retail channels. You will be responsible for setting the creative direction for in-store displays, window presentations, and online visual experiences, ensuring a cohesive and impactful brand narrative. The successful candidate will possess a keen eye for aesthetics, a deep understanding of retail trends, and the ability to translate brand identity into compelling visual displays from a distance. This position demands strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with remote teams, including store managers, marketing, and product development. You will lead by example, inspiring creativity and maintaining high standards for visual presentation, ultimately contributing to an exceptional customer journey. This is a unique opportunity to shape the visual identity of a leading retail brand in a flexible, remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute innovative visual merchandising concepts and strategies aligned with brand guidelines and marketing objectives.


• Create detailed visual merchandising plans, including floor layouts, window displays, in-store signage, and product placement guides.


• Collaborate with marketing, product, and e-commerce teams to ensure a consistent brand message across all touchpoints.


• Direct and guide remote store teams and visual merchandisers on the implementation of visual standards and displays.


• Source and manage props, fixtures, and display materials, ensuring cost-effectiveness and timely delivery.


• Analyze sales data and customer feedback to evaluate the effectiveness of visual merchandising initiatives and recommend improvements.


• Stay abreast of industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging visual merchandising techniques.


• Develop and maintain visual merchandising manuals and guidelines for ongoing reference.


• Conduct virtual store visits and audits to ensure adherence to visual standards and identify areas for enhancement.


• Train and mentor junior visual merchandising staff and store teams on visual presentation best practices.

Requirements

• Degree in Visual Merchandising, Fashion Design, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.


• Minimum of 7 years of experience in visual merchandising, with a significant portion in a lead or senior capacity.


• Proven track record of creating successful and impactful visual merchandising campaigns in a retail environment.


• Excellent understanding of color theory, space planning, and design principles.


• Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) and experience with digital mood boards and presentation tools.


• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders remotely.


• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.


• Experience in leading and motivating remote teams is highly desirable.


• A passion for retail, fashion, and creating visually appealing environments.


• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of visual merchandising projects.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.


• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.


• Generous employee discount on all products.


• Professional development opportunities and creative workshops.


• Flexible remote work arrangement, promoting work-life integration.


• Opportunity to shape the visual identity of a renowned retail brand.


• Access to a network of creative professionals.


• Contribution to impactful marketing campaigns.


• Travel allowance for occasional site visits if required.


• Retirement savings plan options.