Visual Merchandiser Manager
Support the Visual Merchandise Manager with VM Standards across all stores in
the GCC region
• Responsible to create merchandise displays and overall visual presentation in
store
• Support and train the store teams to ensure merchandise standards are
maintained
You will have at least 5 years management and merchandise experience in fashion.
Ability to travel across the GCC will be a strong requisite. Arabic speaking
would be an advantage.
Principal Accountabilities:
1. Implement the visual merchandising plan and monitor compliance with projected
budget requirements, in order to build and uphold the brand image.
2. Obtain up to date visual merchandising information for all brands, implement
and train store staff on standards and products
3. Prepare the Visual Display calendar for all the brands taking into
consideration new additions, brand specific display standards, etc and discuss
with the relevant departments to ensure its effective implementation.
4. Obtain store layout plans, and co-ordinate with the Brand Manager, Display
Team, Sub-contractors, Suppliers and the Mall Managers to ensure that all visual
display items are in place as per company/brand standards, within allotted time
and budget
5. Propose and implement creative concepts for visual display/ window dressing,
in store merchandise, accessories etc
6. Manage the production of ticketing and in store graphics in line with the
brand guidelines to support the needs of the store.
7. Conduct regular store visits and liaise with the store/display staff to carry
out the merchandising in the stores.
8. Coach/ guide the store personnel about the importance of visual
merchandising/ awareness.
9. Ensure the standards of visual merchandising are being maintained in all the
stores.
Research on trends in visual displays and merchandising techniques in the
regional and international markets and propose new/ innovative ideas to ensure
the brand presence is in line with the international trends and standards but at
the same time reflects regional flavour
Key Performance Indicators:
1. Customer feedback/ increase in traffic following a new window dressing/
visual display
2. Quality of concepts and display executed
3. Adherence to VM quality standards, time schedules and budgets
4. Innovative ideas generated & used.
5. Proper co-ordination amongst various functionaries
Knowledge Skills and Experience:
Intermediate or “A” Levels with a Diploma / Vocational Qualification in
“Design, Display and Exhibition”.
5 to 8 years relevant experience
A strong portfolio of previous work
Project Management exposure
Computer literacy
Driving license
Good communication and interpersonal skills