RETAIL Visual Merchandising Manager

【求人No NJB2398965】
Purpose and objectives of the job:
・ The Visual Merchandising Manager is responsible for defining implementing and overseeing the visual merchandising strategy across all retail locations to ensure brand consistency strong visual impact and commercial performance.
・ The role bridges brand direction and local execution leading VMD initiatives that enhance customer experience and drive sales growth.

Tasks and responsibilities:
VMD
Visual Merchandising Strategy Leadership
・ Develop and execute seasonal visual merchandising strategies in alignment with regional brand guidelines.
・ Translate brand vision storytelling and commercial priorities into effective in store visual execution.
・ Act as the key point of contact on VMD related topics for local regional and lobal teams.

Store Window Visual Merchandising
・ Oversee in store visual merchandising including floor layouts product flow and zoning.
・ Define and manage window display concepts in line with seasonal campaigns and brand initiatives.
・ Ensure visual consistency excellence and performance across all stores.
・ Supervise window installations including compliance with department store regulations and safety standards.

Seasonal Planning Execution
・ Plan and manage seasonal VMD calendars including product launches campaigns and store updates in close alignment with Marketing and Merchandising leads.
・ Identify key products and focus SKUs ensuring optimal visual exposure storytelling and performance.
・ Adapt guidelines to each market needs while maintaining brand integrity.
・ Coordinate VMD execution for new store openings renovations and pop up stores.

Commercial Performance Analysis
・ Analyze sales performance in relation to visual and product merchandising execution
・ Monitor sell through of key displays and product flows in shelves and store zones.
・ Identify opportunities for improvement and implement data driven product display solutions.
・ Work closely with Merchandising Marketing and Retail teams to align visual priorities with sales objectives.

Cross Functional Collaboration
・ Collaborate with Merchandising Marketing Retail Operations and Training teams.
・ Provide clear VMD guidelines tools and training to store teams.
・ Partner with Store Managers to ensure ongoing visual maintenance and execution.
・ Prepare and deliver VMD reports including visual documentation and performance feedback to HQ.

Budget Resource Management
・ Manage VMD budgets including props fixtures and installation costs.
・ Optimize resource allocation to maximize visual impact and cost efficiency.
・ Oversee external vendors and contractors when required.

Qualifications:
Required
・ Education ・ bachelor’s degree in Retail Business Management or related field is preferred.
・ Minimum 4 years of experience in Visual Merchandising with experience in managerial or leadership roles
・ Strong understanding of Shoes or fashion retail environments
・ Proven ability to translate brand identity into compelling visual storytelling
・ Strong analytical skills with the ability to connect visual execution to commercial performance
・ Excellent communication and leadership skills
・ Proficiency in Microsoft Office （Excel PowerPoint）
・ Willingness to travel and work on site at retail locations
Preferred
・ Experience working with global or regional HQ teams
・ Department stores outlets: multi store retail experience
・ Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus