Retail Merchandising Manager

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 83,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary 92k ZAR per year

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company匹

Generous paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a creative and strategic Retail Merchandising Manager to lead visual presentation efforts. This hybrid role blends in-store direction with remote planning to ensure attractive product displays and drive sales.

You will develop merchandising strategies, manage assortments, and ensure brand consistency across stores while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Design, Business or related field.
• Experience as Merchandising Manager or similar retail visual role.
• Strong understanding of retail merchandising, visual design, and layouts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute merchandising strategies aligned with brand identity and sales objectives.
• Plan and create product displays, window presentations, and in-store layouts.
• Analyze sales data and feedback to optimize placement and assortment.
• Collaborate with buying, marketing, and store ops to ensure execution.
• Train staff on visual merchandising standards and best practices.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate replenishment.
• Stay updated on retail trends and consumer preferences.
• Manage budget for materials and fixtures.
• Ensure brand consistency across all store locations.
• Prepare reports on merchandising performance for senior management.

Skills

Merchandising leadership

Retail design

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Design/Business

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and strategic Retail Merchandising Manager to lead their visual presentation efforts in **Vereeniging**. This hybrid role requires a blend of in-store creative direction and remote planning, ensuring that product displays are visually appealing and drive sales performance. You will be responsible for developing and implementing merchandising strategies, managing product assortments, and ensuring brand consistency across all retail touchpoints. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of retail trends, excellent visual design skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the in-store customer experience and contribute directly to the brand's success through compelling product presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute effective merchandising strategies aligned with brand identity and sales objectives.
• Plan and create visually engaging product displays, window presentations, and in-store layouts.
• Analyze sales data and customer feedback to optimize product placement and assortment.
• Collaborate with buying, marketing, and store operations teams to ensure seamless execution of merchandising plans.
• Train and guide store staff on visual merchandising standards and best practices.
• Monitor inventory levels and work with relevant teams to ensure timely replenishment of stock.
• Stay informed about current retail trends, competitor activities, and consumer preferences.
• Manage the budget for visual merchandising materials and store fixtures.
• Ensure brand consistency in all visual merchandising efforts across different store locations.
• Prepare reports on merchandising performance and present insights to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Design, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Merchandising Manager or in a similar retail visual display role.
• Strong understanding of retail merchandising principles, visual design, and store layout planning.
• Excellent creative and artistic skills with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics.
• Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting sales data and trends.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Experience working in a hybrid model, demonstrating flexibility and effective remote collaboration.
• Passion for retail and a deep understanding of customer behavior.

Benefits

• A competitive annual salary of 92000 R. Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Generous paid time off and holiday allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development and creative growth.
• A stimulating hybrid work environment that encourages innovation.