Visual Merchandising Manager

We are seeking a creative and strategic Visual Merchandising
Manager to lead the visual presentation of our retail spaces, ensuring a
cohesive brand image and an engaging customer experience. You will be
responsible for Working in conjunction with Marketing, Operations and Merch
teams to design and implement visual displays that drives foot traffic and
brand consistency to maximize sales.

Role and responsibilities:

·       Ensuring
the Strategy is in line with the Brand and sub -brands vision for the various
departments.

·       Consistent
product presentation in store and all marketing mediums.

·       Align
Merch and Marketing Seasonal calendars to ensure the correct processes and
timings are followed to execute the strategies on time at a high level and
ensure all elements land in stores on time for each campaign.

·       Plan
Photo and Videography shoots with the team to ensure deliverables are met and
campaigns launch on time.

·       Manage
the Seasonal Signage requirements based on merch requirements in store.
Promotional Signage, Marked down/last of the best seller’s signage, lifestyle,
departmental and Windows.

·       Build
strong relationships with suppliers and negotiate pricing for fixtures,
fittings, design elements and signage each season to ensure efficiencies and
keeping costs low.

·       Manage
signage distribution to stores based on each Grades requirement.

·       Maintain
efficient VM collateral for reuse and cost efficiencies.

·       Support
the VM Ops teams in the field with the VM strategies and enhance the store
experience across all grades.

Strategize, plan and execute the Seasonal VM plan
by way of:

1. Creating the store navigation (flow of
product/departments)

2. Seasonal training videos on store layout and execution

3. Creating seasonal and monthly Merchandising Guides of
visual displays, mannequin dressings and product merchandising that meet the
stores visual design requirements to showcase fashion packs and clarity of
offer for each Grade.

4. Clear instructions around signage and placement for the
season

5. Monthly Window design plans created as guides for store
operations

6. Create VM Guides for key seasonal campaigns such as Black
Friday and High Summer

7. Lead training sessions with our field Ops teams to land
the hottest VM strategies each season, taking the lead from our merchandise
team

·       Maximize
space in stores by enhancing the store flow and create smooth shopping journeys
alongside the store designers.

·       Working
with the store design team to plan layouts, fixtures and visuals. Lead all VM
activities to ensure each store opening is executed at a high level.

·       Competitor
shops to ensure we are elevating the brand from a visual perspective, keeping
up with trends and innovating to gain market share.

·       Sourcing
of materials and accessories for displays through a robust supply base that is
cost effective

·       Manage
Annual / Seasonal budgets to ensure no overspending

·       Reporting:
Keep a close eye on execution across the country, give regular feedback and
present seasonal VM plans.

Requirements

Qualification and experience:

•      Minimum 5 years’ experience within a managerial
role and leading teams

•      Visual Merchandising and design experience for 5+
years (Clothing Retail preferable)

•      Qualification in same or similar field such as
Visual merchandising, retail management, fashion design is beneficial

•      Experience working with, negotiating and managing
suppliers

•     Head Office experience working within Visual
merchandising, across departments and teams.

•      Technical skills in visual merchandising software
(e.g. Adobe illustrator, photoshop, illustrator, mockshop and inDesign)

•        Proven experience in owning and managing a capex
& opex budget

•        Flexibility to travel to store locations