Visual Merchandiser & Display Specialist

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Staff discounts

Travel allowance

provident fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative Visual Merchandiser & Display Specialist in George, Western Cape. The role blends in-store creativity with remote planning to craft displays that boost sales and brand impact.

You will work with marketing and merchandising teams to ensure consistent branding, while leading guideline development and staff training. Ideal candidates have a strong portfolio, design sense, and the ability to translate brand identity into compelling visuals.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Visual Merchandiser or similar role in retail.
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative visual merchandising concepts.
• Solid understanding of design principles, color theory and spatial layout.
• Proficiency with design software (Adobe Creative Suite) is advantageous.
• Knowledge of current retail trends and consumer behavior.
• Ability to translate brand guidelines into visual executions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Well-organized and time-managed with multiple projects.
• Willingness to travel to stores and work in a hybrid model.
• A creative flair and passion for retail environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement in-store visual merchandising displays aligned with brand aesthetics and campaigns.
• Develop seasonal and promotional visual plans considering layout, product placement and traffic.
• Create and present visual merchandising guidelines to store staff for consistent execution.
• Collaborate with marketing to communicate brand messaging and product highlights.
• Source props, fixtures and materials within budget constraints.
• Analyze sales data and feedback to improve visual strategies.
• Stay updated on retail design trends and best practices.
• Train in-store teams on visual merchandising standards.
• Contribute to overall store design and ambiance for engaging shopping.
• Prepare reports on activities and sales impact.

Skills

Visual merchandising

Brand guidelines

Creative portfolio

Communication skills

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a dynamic and forward-thinking retail organization looking for a creative and detail-oriented Visual Merchandiser & Display Specialist to join their team in **George**, Western Cape. This hybrid role offers the exciting opportunity to blend in-store creativity with remote planning and strategy. You will be responsible for conceptualizing and implementing visually appealing displays that enhance the customer shopping experience and drive sales. This position requires a keen eye for aesthetics, a strong understanding of retail trends, and the ability to translate brand identity into compelling visual narratives. You will work closely with the marketing and merchandising teams to ensure visual consistency across all customer touchpoints. The role involves both hands-on display creation at the retail location and remote development of visual strategies and guidelines. We are seeking an individual who can inspire shoppers through innovative and engaging visual presentations. This is a fantastic chance to make a tangible impact on brand perception and sales performance in a collaborative and creative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, create, and implement captivating in-store visual merchandising displays that align with brand aesthetics and marketing campaigns.
• Develop seasonal and promotional visual merchandising plans, considering store layout, product placement, and traffic flow.
• Create detailed visual merchandising guidelines and present them to store staff, ensuring consistent execution across different locations.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure visual displays effectively communicate brand messaging and product highlights.
• Source and manage props, fixtures, and materials for visual displays, adhering to budget constraints.
• Analyze sales data and customer feedback to evaluate the effectiveness of visual merchandising strategies and make necessary adjustments.
• Stay updated on the latest retail design trends, competitor activities, and visual merchandising best practices.
• Train and guide in-store teams on visual merchandising standards and execution.
• Contribute to the overall store design and ambiance to create an engaging shopping environment.
• Prepare reports on visual merchandising activities and their impact on sales performance.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Visual Merchandiser or in a similar visual display role within the retail sector.
• A strong portfolio showcasing creative and impactful visual merchandising concepts.
• Excellent understanding of design principles, color theory, and spatial arrangement.
• Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) is advantageous.
• Knowledge of current retail trends and consumer behavior.
• Ability to interpret brand guidelines and translate them into compelling visual executions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and store staff.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Flexibility to travel to various store locations as needed and work effectively in a hybrid model.
• A creative flair and a passion for retail environments.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of R .
• Medical aid contributions to support your health and well-being.
• Opportunities to attend industry events and workshops.
• Staff discounts on a wide range of products.
• A stimulating work environment that encourages creativity and innovation.
• Potential for career growth within the visual merchandising and retail design field.
• Travel allowance for store visits and installations.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility between home and office/store.
• Team-building activities and company social events.
• Contribution to a provident fund for long-term financial security.