Senior Retail Merchandising Specialist

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-related incentives

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Retail Merchandising Specialist to elevate product presentation and in-store experience at East London locations. This on-site role demands hands-on visual merchandising, planograms, seasonal launches, and close collaboration with store teams to ensure brand consistency.

Ideal candidate has 4+ years in retail merchandising, a strong eye for aesthetics, knowledge of current trends, and proficiency with merchandising tools.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in retail merchandising or visual display.
• Ability to create visually appealing and commercially effective displays.
• Strong understanding of color theory, spatial design, and product placement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to influence store teams.
• Proficiency with retail visual merchandising tools and basic design software.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute visual merchandising plans for product displays, store layouts, and window presentations.
• Ensure that all merchandising is consistent with brand guidelines and product positioning strategies.
• Create and update merchandising guides and planograms for store teams.
• Monitor stock levels and product performance, adjusting displays to maximize sales and minimize markdowns.
• Collaborate with store managers and staff to ensure effective implementation of merchandising standards.
• Stay informed about current retail trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences to inform merchandising decisions.
• Plan and execute seasonal, promotional, and new product launch merchandising strategies.
• Train and guide store personnel on visual merchandising best practices.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of merchandising initiatives through sales data analysis and store feedback.
• Maintain a high standard of visual presentation and store appearance at all times.

Skills

Retail merchandising

Visual displays

Color theory

Spatial design

Communication skills

Independent work

Tools

Retail visualization tools

Basic design software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a renowned retailer, is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Senior Retail Merchandising Specialist to enhance the product presentation and in-store experience at their **East London, Eastern Cape, ZA** locations. This is an on-site position requiring a hands-on approach to visual merchandising and product placement. The specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing effective merchandising strategies that drive sales, improve product visibility, and ensure brand consistency across all stores. The ideal candidate will have a strong eye for aesthetics, a deep understanding of retail trends, and the ability to translate brand directives into compelling visual displays. If you are passionate about creating engaging retail environments and have proven experience in visual merchandising, this role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to our client's success in the **Eastern Cape**.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute visual merchandising plans for product displays, store layouts, and window presentations.
• Ensure that all merchandising is consistent with brand guidelines and product positioning strategies.
• Create and update merchandising guides and planograms for store teams.
• Monitor stock levels and product performance, adjusting displays to maximize sales and minimize markdowns.
• Collaborate with store managers and staff to ensure effective implementation of merchandising standards.
• Stay informed about current retail trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences to inform merchandising decisions.
• Plan and execute seasonal, promotional, and new product launch merchandising strategies.
• Train and guide store personnel on visual merchandising best practices.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of merchandising initiatives through sales data analysis and store feedback.
• Maintain a high standard of visual presentation and store appearance at all times.

Requirements

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in retail merchandising or visual display.
• Demonstrated ability to create visually appealing and commercially effective retail displays.
• Strong understanding of color theory, spatial design, and product placement principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence store teams.
• Proficiency in using retail visual merchandising tools and basic design software.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Knowledge of the **East London, Eastern Cape, ZA** market is a plus.
• Must be able to work on-site and perform physical tasks related to merchandising setup.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, performance-related incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package. This on-site role provides direct engagement with the retail environment and opportunities for creative expression. You will be part of a respected organization known for its quality products and customer focus. Benefit from ongoing training and development designed to enhance your merchandising expertise. Join a team that values creativity, attention to detail, and a commitment to visual excellence.