Visual Merchandiser: Create Captivating Retail Displays

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate based on experience

Flexible project-based extensions

Networking opportunities within retail

Exposure to diverse retail settings

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Creative Visual Merchandiser to elevate in-store presentation across stores in and around Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. Translate campaigns into compelling displays that attract customers and drive sales while aligning with brand aesthetics.

The successful candidate will have a strong artistic eye, retail trend insight, and the ability to work independently and with teams to enhance the brand experience across the Richards Bay region.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Visual Merchandiser in a retail environment.
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative and impactful visual display work.
• Excellent artistic and design skills with attention to detail, color and composition.
• Knowledge of retail layouts, space planning and fixture utilization.
• Ability to interpret brand guidelines and marketing briefs effectively.
• Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel to stores in and around Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement captivating visual merchandising displays for store areas.
• Interpret seasonal themes and campaigns into effective in-store visuals.
• Maintain displays to a high standard with brand consistency.
• Collaborate with store management and marketing teams on merchandising strategies.
• Manage visual merchandising props, fixtures and signage.
• Train staff on visual merchandising standards.
• Monitor display effectiveness and optimize engagement and sales.
• Stay current with visual merchandising trends and consumer behavior.
• Prepare reports on merchandising activities and feedback from stores.
• Ensure a cohesive and attractive store environment for customer experience.

Skills

Visual merchandising

Portfolio development

Art & design

Retail layouts

Adobe Creative Suite

Communication

Time management

Travel readiness

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Creative Visual Merchandiser to elevate in-store presentation across stores in and around Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. Translate campaigns into compelling displays that attract customers and drive sales while aligning with brand aesthetics.

The successful candidate will have a strong artistic eye, retail trend insight, and the ability to work independently and with teams to enhance the brand experience across the Richards Bay region.