Visual Merchandise Coordinator-HOME

TFG (The Foschini Group); Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Visual Merchandising Coordinator to lead and execute innovative merchandising strategies. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure brand alignment and executing engaging visual displays that resonate with customers. You'll manage logistics, support event coordination, and train store teams on best practices. Join a dynamic team that thrives on creativity and collaboration, making a significant impact in the retail sector while growing your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in the VM space.
• Strong marketing background with relevant qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead VM activities for store openings and manage supplier relationships.
• Assist in implementing visual merchandising strategies and coordinate daily activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to Detail

Communication skills

Technical skills

Teamwork

Problem-Solving

Flexibility

Education

Marketing Diploma or Degree

Job description

Key Responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION

Store Openings & Project Execution

• Lead all VM activities for @home store openings, including ordering VM collateral, developing planograms, and ensuring timely execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align timelines and execution strategies.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality production and on-time delivery of VM elements.
• Oversee all project milestones, conduct post-installation audits, and maintain a detailed record of store layouts and VM collateral.

Support in Execution of Visual Merchandising Plans

• Assist the VM Manager in implementing visual merchandising strategies, ensuring displays and installations are executed according to the plan.
• Coordinate day-to-day activities related to visual merchandising, including organizing materials, products, and props for displays.
• Ensure all visual merchandising elements reflect the brand’s luxury positioning.

Design of VM Communications for Stores

• Develop clear, visually engaging communication materials to guide store teams on VM execution.
• Design store directives, seasonal guides, and visual merchandising manuals that align with @home’s brand identity.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure VM communications integrate seamlessly with broader campaign messaging.
• Utilize digital tools and platforms to create interactive and easy-to-follow VM guidelines.

Logistics and Resource Management

• Manage the logistics of visual merchandising projects, including ordering, receiving, and organizing supplies.
• Coordinate with suppliers, vendors, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Maintain an inventory of visual merchandising materials and props for future use.

Installation and Setup Assistance

• Assist in the physical setup and installation of window displays, in-store setups, and other visual merchandising elements.
• Work closely with VM Designers and Installers to ensure displays meet brand standards.
• Ensure all displays are regularly maintained and visually appealing.

Coordination and Communication

• Serve as a key point of contact between the VM Team and other departments (Operations, Marketing, Buying and Planning) to ensure smooth coordination.
• Communicate with store teams to ensure they understand VM plans and can execute them at the store level.
• Facilitate the flow of information within the VM Team regarding schedules, updates, and changes.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting

• Collect data and feedback on the effectiveness of visual merchandising efforts, including sales data, customer feedback, and engagement metrics.
• Assist the VM Manager in preparing reports on VM performance and identifying areas for improvement.

Support in Event Coordination

• Assist in planning and executing in-store events, workshops, and promotions that involve VM elements.
• Coordinate setup and takedown of event-related displays to ensure alignment with the visual merchandising strategy.

Innovation and Trend Monitoring

• Stay informed about current trends in visual merchandising, design, and retail within the luxury sector.
• Assist in researching and proposing new ideas and concepts for future VM projects.
• Support the implementation of innovative technologies and techniques in VM, such as digital displays or interactive elements.

Training and Development

• Provide support in training store teams on VM standards and best practices.

Experience And Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in the VM space
• Marketing Diploma or Degree

Skills

• Organizational skills
• Attention to Detail
• Communication skills
• Technical skills
• Teamwork
• Problem-Solving
• Flexibility

Behaviours

• Business Insight - applies market and business insights in order to drive organisational objectives
• Communicates Effectively - conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
• Customer Focus - understands, anticipates, and meets the needs and expectations of customers
• Decision Quality - consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions
• Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Optimizes Work Processes - assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes
• Tech Savvy - leverages new technology to enhance productivity, improve problem solving, and support business growth

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

About Us

Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We’re a purpose-led business, and on this team, you’ll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.

We’re the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.

Are you with us?

About The Team

@home is a well-established homeware and furniture brand offering its guests a full range of premium, quality homeware and furniture.

@home is looking for individuals who believe in the art of possibility, and delivering a true omni-channel experience.

Do you love making people feel at home? Are you driven by exceeding business and guest experience?