Junior Visual Merchandising Manager at Coty

• Are you passionate about creating visually compelling brand experiences and eager to make an impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? We’re looking for a Junior Visual Merchandising Manager who will play a key role in executing merchandising strategies, ensuring brand consistency, and delivering impactful in-store displays that captivate consumers. This is your opportunity to work with iconic fragrance brands, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and bring beauty to life across South Africa and Sub Saharan Africa. If you thrive on creativity, attention to detail, and turning ideas into stunning visual executions, we’d love to hear from you!

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• As a Junior Visual Merchandising Manager, you will support the execution of in-store visual merchandising strategies and ensure brand consistency across retail environments. This role focuses on assisting with on-shelf executions, in-store animations, and promotional builds while maintaining high standards of visual presentation.

Your main areas of responsibility will include the following:

Visual Merchandising Support

• Assist in implementing visual merchandising strategies for South Africa across multiple brands.
• Support the creation of brand plans and retailer-specific solutions.

Budget Assistance

• Help track VM budgets and monitor expenses.
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain competitive quotes under guidance.

Project Coordination

• Assist with the installation of merchandising materials and ensure timely execution.
• Prepare basic reports on implementation and share insights with the team.

Brand Innovation

• Support preparation of presentations, planograms, and trend reports.
• Assist in developing retailer-specific proposals and display solutions.

Inventory & Forecasting

• Help manage inventory levels of non-saleable items and maintain accurate records.

Sales & Store Support

• Collect documentation for store openings and installations.
• Assist with ongoing maintenance of visual merchandising units.

Trade Marketing

• Support in-store marketing executions and ensure compliance with global standards.
• Assist in briefing suppliers for activations and promotional displays.

Competitor & Market Insights

• Participate in store visits and share observations on trends and competitor activity.

Supplier Coordination

• Help manage relationships with suppliers and ensure quality standards are met.

You have a passion for beauty! As a Junior Visual Merchandising Manager, you will develop multi-tasking skills and get energy from working in a fast-paced, diverse and international environment. Other than that, you have:

• Relevant diploma or degree in Marketing, Design, or related field.
• 2-4 years’ experience in visual merchandising or retail marketing.
• Understanding of retail trends and customer preferences.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Creative mindset with an eye for design.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Are able travel locally for store visits and installations.