Remote Visual Merchandiser Specialist

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible working hours

Home office setup allowance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Visual Merchandiser Specialist to shape the digital brand presence. You will craft visually compelling merchandising strategies across online channels, translating brand aesthetics into engaging online experiences while collaborating with e-commerce, marketing, and product teams.

You will analyze data, stay ahead of digital design trends, and drive conversions through optimized product discovery, pages, and campaigns in a fully remote setup.

Qualifications

• Proven visual merchandising experience for online channels.
• Strong UI/UX understanding and ability to apply brand aesthetics online.
• Proficiency with design tools like Photoshop/Illustrator/Figma.
• Familiarity with Shopify or Magento and analytics tools.
• Remote collaboration and independent project management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement online visual merchandising strategies aligned with brand guidelines.
• Create and optimize product displays, category pages, and landing pages to boost engagement.
• Analyze website traffic and sales data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Collaborate with e-commerce and marketing teams to integrate visuals into the store.
• Produce mood boards, style guides, and assets for campaigns.
• Monitor trends in digital design and e-commerce best practices.
• Suggest layout/navigation improvements based on visual merchandising principles.
• Ensure consistency of imagery and descriptions across the platform.

Skills

Visual Merchandiser

E-commerce

UI/UX

Remote collaboration

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Digital design

Creative thinking

Brand consistency

Education

Design/Marketing degree

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Illustrator

Figma

Shopify

Magento

Google Analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading international retailer, is expanding its digital presence and is looking for a highly creative and detail-oriented Remote Visual Merchandiser Specialist to join their dynamic team. This role is fully remote, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere. You will be responsible for conceptualizing and developing visually compelling merchandising strategies across various digital platforms, ensuring a cohesive and attractive brand presentation. This position demands a strong understanding of online consumer behavior, digital design principles, and the ability to translate brand aesthetics into engaging online experiences. You will collaborate closely with e-commerce, marketing, and product teams to enhance product discovery, drive conversions, and elevate the overall online shopping experience for customers across South Africa and beyond. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the visual identity of our client's online offerings and make a significant impact on their digital retail strategy. We value innovation and expect our specialists to bring fresh, creative ideas to the table.

Key Responsibilities

• - Develop and implement online visual merchandising strategies that align with brand guidelines and marketing objectives.
• - Create and optimize product displays, category pages, and landing pages to maximize user engagement and conversion rates.
• - Analyze website traffic and sales data to identify trends and opportunities for visual merchandising improvements.
• - Collaborate with the e-commerce team to ensure seamless integration of visual merchandising elements into the online store.
• - Create mood boards, style guides, and visual assets for online campaigns and promotions.
• - Stay abreast of the latest trends in digital design, visual merchandising, and e-commerce best practices.
• - Provide recommendations for website layout, navigation, and user experience improvements based on visual merchandising principles.
• - Ensure consistency in product imagery, descriptions, and overall aesthetic across the digital platform.
• - Work closely with photography and content teams to ensure high-quality visual assets.
• - Participate in A/B testing to optimize visual elements for performance.

Requirements

• - Proven experience as a Visual Merchandiser, preferably with a focus on e-commerce or digital platforms.
• - Strong portfolio showcasing creative and effective visual merchandising solutions for online channels.
• - Excellent understanding of UI/UX principles and their application in e-commerce.
• - Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Figma.
• - Familiarity with e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento) and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
• - Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data to inform visual strategies.
• - Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in a remote team environment.
• - Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
• - Creative thinking and a keen eye for detail and aesthetics.
• - A degree in Design, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• - Fully remote work arrangement with flexible working hours.
• - Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• - Opportunity to work with a leading international retail brand.
• - Professional development and training opportunities.
• - Contribution to innovative digital strategies.
• - Allowance for home office setup.