Visual Merchandiser - Retail Experience

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Hybrid work arrangement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative Visual Merchandiser to enhance the in-store and online presentation of retail products. The role involves designing visually appealing displays that attract customers, drive sales, and reinforce brand identity, with collaboration across marketing and store operations.

The position offers a hybrid work model with travel to various store locations in the Port Elizabeth region, providing opportunities to shape the visual identity of a growing retail brand.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Visual Merchandiser or in a similar creative display role within retail.
• Strong portfolio showing creative visual merchandising concepts and execution.
• Solid understanding of design principles, color theory, and spatial arrangement.
• Proficiency with design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute visual merchandising strategies for physical stores and online platforms.
• Create attractive product displays, window designs, and in-store signage.
• Develop and maintain visual merchandising guidelines for all locations.
• Collaborate with marketing to align visuals with campaigns and brand messaging.
• Source and manage props, fixtures, and materials for displays.
• Train store staff on visual merchandising best practices and execution.

Skills

Visual Merchandising

Creativity

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Visual Merchandiser to enhance the in-store and online presentation of their retail products. This role involves conceptualizing and implementing visually appealing displays that attract customers, drive sales, and reinforce brand identity. You will work closely with marketing and store operations teams to create compelling retail environments. This position involves a hybrid work model, with travel to various store locations within the Port Elizabeth region.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute compelling visual merchandising strategies for both physical stores and online platforms.
• Create attractive product displays, window designs, and in-store signage to enhance customer appeal.
• Develop and maintain visual merchandising guidelines and standards for all retail locations.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure visual merchandising aligns with promotional campaigns and brand messaging.
• Source and manage props, fixtures, and other visual merchandising materials.
• Train store staff on visual merchandising best practices and ensure consistent execution.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Visual Merchandiser or in a similar creative display role within retail.
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative visual merchandising concepts and execution.
• Excellent understanding of design principles, color theory, and spatial arrangement.
• Proficiency with design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for retail aesthetics.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for project-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement with flexibility and travel opportunities.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Opportunities to shape the visual identity of a growing retail brand.
• Employee discounts on company products.