Remote Visual Merchandiser - Centurion

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Contract role

Global team collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a creative Remote Visual Merchandiser to shape product appeal across online and physical touchpoints. You will develop merchandising strategies aligned with brand identity and marketing goals, collaborating with marketing, e-commerce, and product teams from a remote-first setup.

The role requires a strong eye for aesthetics, retail trend knowledge, and the ability to translate ideas into impactful visuals for digital and in-store contexts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Visual Merchandiser in retail.
• Strong portfolio of merchandising projects and creative solutions.
• Solid understanding of design principles, color theory, and space planning.
• Proficiency in design software (Adobe Creative Suite) is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for remote work.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently in a remote setting.
• Experience with e-commerce visual merchandising and digital storytelling.
• A passion for retail trends and brand-aligned visuals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute visual merchandising strategies for launches, promotions, and campaigns across channels.
• Create compelling visual displays (digital and physical) to highlight product features and drive sales.
• Collaborate with marketing, e-commerce, and product teams to ensure consistent branding.
• Research industry trends and competitor activities for innovative opportunities.
• Develop guidelines and presentations for stakeholders and partners.
• Source and manage props, fixtures, and materials for displays.
• Analyze effectiveness of merchandising efforts and optimize accordingly.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables in a remote setting.
• Ensure visuals adhere to brand standards and aesthetics.
• Conduct virtual store walk-throughs and provide layout feedback.

Skills

Visual Merchandising

Portfolio presentation

Color theory

Space planning

Remote work

E-commerce merchandising

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is revolutionizing the retail landscape and is seeking a creative and innovative Remote Visual Merchandiser to join their fully remote team. This role is pivotal in shaping the brand's image and driving product appeal across various online and physical touchpoints. You will be responsible for conceptualizing and developing visually compelling merchandising strategies that align with brand identity and marketing objectives. This is a remote-first position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while collaborating with a geographically dispersed team. The ideal candidate possesses a keen eye for aesthetics, a deep understanding of retail trends, and the ability to translate creative ideas into impactful visual presentations. You will be instrumental in enhancing the customer journey and boosting product engagement from a remote standpoint.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute visual merchandising strategies for product launches, promotions, and seasonal campaigns across multiple channels.
• Create compelling visual displays, both digital and physical (for third-party partners), that highlight product features and drive sales.
• Collaborate with marketing, e-commerce, and product development teams to ensure consistent brand messaging and visual identity.
• Research industry trends and competitor activities to identify innovative merchandising opportunities.
• Develop clear and concise visual merchandising guidelines and presentations for internal stakeholders and partners.
• Source and manage props, fixtures, and materials needed for visual displays.
• Analyze the effectiveness of visual merchandising efforts and provide recommendations for optimization.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables effectively in a remote setting.
• Ensure all visual merchandising adheres to brand standards and aesthetic guidelines.
• Conduct virtual store walk-throughs and provide feedback on store layouts and presentation.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Visual Merchandiser or in a similar creative role within the retail industry.
• Strong portfolio showcasing successful visual merchandising projects and creative solutions.
• Excellent understanding of design principles, color theory, and space planning.
• Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) is highly desirable.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, comfortable presenting ideas remotely.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote work environment.
• Strong analytical skills to assess the impact of merchandising strategies.
• A creative mindset with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics.
• Experience with e-commerce visual merchandising and digital storytelling.
• A passion for retail and understanding of current market trends.

Benefits

• Attractive contract rate of ZAR per annum.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and forward-thinking company.
• Contribute to high-profile retail campaigns and brand initiatives.
• Professional development opportunities in visual merchandising and digital design.
• Collaborate with a talented and diverse team from across the globe.
• Exposure to a wide range of retail products and categories.
• Potential for long-term engagement based on performance and project needs.