JOB DESCRIPTION
- Implementation and Execution of mannequin styling according to VP directives and current trends to show innovation, detailing and style.
- Execution of new seasonal VP directives and guidelines – ability to effectively interpret guidelines to store requirements and implement seasonal updates effectively, efficiently and in line with vision.
- Wall and table Visual displays to show innovation and creativity in line with visual concepts.
- Product knowledge on key investments, best sellers and seasonal key looks.
- POP and Mannequin management, including base identification understanding, storage, returns, requests and care pre-and post-campaigns.
- Feedback to and from line manager amendments to visuals or visual guidelines due to local market requirements.
- Implement all Visual processes and procedures to deliver best practice across all stores in the area of responsibility.
- Review feedback from stores and customers and take remedial action as necessary - push feedback upwards.
- Feedback to line manager visual trends within relevant industry and competitors.
- Support with BOH management to help service sales floor – POP management/ wardrobe imagery/ benefit sign management.
- Making VM decisions on business acumen/ performance of best sellers/ departments.
- Contribute to photo reports and work with AVM’s to create presentation reports and keep visual records all VM updates and campaigns.
Support Marketing Initiative
- Review delivery of visual activities against schedules.
- Management and implementation of seasonal marketing updates including wardrobe images and benefit signs.
- Provide line manager and local suppliers (where relevant) with feedback on the quality/content of the visual material Manage marketing cart, VM costs and props.
- Execute campaigns/events etc. with and work alongside agencies to ensure best practice and correct implementation of campaigns using experience and knowledge.
Self-Management
- Defines performance goals at the start of the year in discussion with the reporting manager and ensures that the goals are achieved during the course of the yearTakes ownership of his/her own learning agenda by identifying development needs in consultation with the manager and agreeing on the individual development plan.
- Manage and develop subordinates to ensure harmonious and productive team working closely with ops team.
- Ensure all activity is delivered in line with GMG and Brand Vision & Values.
- Work with the Brand VM team to ensure Brand Directives are followed and implemented to highest standards to deadlines.
- Adhere to all company Policies, Procedures and Guidelines Ensure all activity is aligned with the "Customer First' mindset.
- Lead and motivate teams to work within tight timelines and execute to highest standards.
- Develop strong working relationships within store and HO to enhance store standards and consistency across the market.
- Effective communication between stores, AVM and HO to be streamlined, transparent and cohesive.
- Strong negotiation skills.
JOB REQUIREMENT
- High school education.
- A minimum of 1-3 years of experience in Visual Merchandising in relevant field.
- Written and spoken English is essential, Arabic is preferred.
Additional Skills
- Analytical skills.
- Problem Solving skills.
- Design and Creative thinking ability.
- Passion for sport.
Internal Interactions
- Marketing Team.
- Retail Brand Marketing Team.
- Business Unit Heads.
- Retail Operations team.
External Interactions
