Visual Merchandiser

CaRRoL BoYeS; Johannesburg; Presencial; ZAR 350.000 - 520.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading retail brand in Johannesburg is seeking a dynamic Visual Merchandise to elevate its brand presence. The role involves creating and implementing visual merchandising strategies, managing displays across multiple locations, and ensuring alignment with current trends. Candidates should have a diploma in design and at least 5 years of experience in a retail setting. Strong organizational and leadership skills are essential for this role, alongside a comprehensive portfolio of work.

Formación

• Proven experience as a Visual Merchandise Manager in retail stores (5+ years).
• Comprehensive portfolio of visual design work required.
• Working knowledge of current visual merchandising trends.

Responsabilidades

• Create and implement visual merchandising strategies for the company.
• Ensure alignment with brand and target market.
• Generate sketches and finalize designs for displays.

Conocimientos

Organizational skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Educación

Matric and/or relevant diploma or degree in design

Descripción del empleo

Are you a creative force with a passion for transforming spaces into captivating visual stories? We are searching for a dynamic and experienced Visual Merchandise for our team and elevate our brand presence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creating and implementing a visual merchandising strategy for the Company.
• Ensuring the strategy is in line with the Company brand, products, and target market.
• Generating sketches of visual displays that meet visual design requirements.
• Finalizing designs and creating detailed floor plans for display areas.
• Sourcing the props, creative materials, and accessories for displays.
• Changing displays to promote new product launches or to reflect festive or seasonal themes.
• Ensuring uniformity of displays across multiple store locations.
• Liaising with other retail professionals, including buyers, marketing executives, and retail merchandisers, when necessary.
• Monitoring costs and working within budget.
• Researching lifestyle and design trends that will inform the visual merchandising strategy.
• Training of staff in VM standards/Principles of display.
• National Bi monthly and annual audit of stores in JHB/DBN/PE.
• Ensure standards are upheld for store layout/design, Store Revamps
• Manage the annual critical path document for each campaign.
• Help conceptualize product special offers & promotions.
• VM & Head of Graphics to conceptualize campaigns & present to EXCO.
• Manage In-store display for campaigns across all 26 stores & 2 franchise.
• Project management of all props and print production in-house and with suppliers.
• Communication of audit document to store managers & regionals to ensure adequate stock levels of permanent fixtures.
• Conceptualize and execute the décor of media launches, store launches, exhibitions, collaborations, inhouse events.
• Any other function which may be required

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric and/or relevant diploma or degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Spatial Design, Interior Design, Retail Management, or a related field.
• +/- 5 years proven experience as a Visual Merchandise Manager in retail stores.
• Comprehensive portfolio of relevant visual design work. Working knowledge of current visual merchandising trends and best practices

Skills:

• Strong organizational and strategic thinking skills.
• Proficient in developing and executing visual merchandising strategies.
• In-depth knowledge of design trends, retail best practices, and customer behaviour.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills

If you're ready to play a pivotal role in shaping our brand's visual identity and driving retail success, then apply now to embark on this exciting journey with Carrol Boyes.