Visual Merchandise Implementation Manager (Northern Suburbs (Cape)) at PEP

Purpose of the job 

• To lead and support the Field VM team to be able to deliver on implementation of consistent store standards across all brands in the business.  Ensures consistency of all work methods and standards between the different Field Visual Merchandisers.
• Oversee the promotional processes from the Sales Department side to ensure the company’s in-store merchandising standards, to meet customer expectations in line with the discounter image strategy.

Key Responsibilities 

• Management of Field VM function to execute seasonal strategy and company strategic drives 
•  Driving implementation of training and development initiatives with regards to visual merchandising
• Oversee promotional process
• Custodian of Hi 5 Site communication platform
• Leadership
• Ad hoc responsibilities

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies 

• Tertiary qualification in creative design (i.e. graphic design, interior design or fashion design.)
• Business qualification will be an advantage.
• 5 years’  experience in retail visual merchandising
• Marketing or operational experience will be an advantage
• 5+ years team management experience
• Computer literacy – Google Suite
• CAD/Revit and Adobe Creative Suite
• Creative flair and imagination
• Talent for design, colour and style
• Strong interest in current and future design trends
• Visual/spatial awareness
• Problem Solving
• Analytical skills
• Willingness to travel
• Competencies: Devotion to quality, Structuring, Cooperation, Assertiveness, Flexibility, Initiative, Creativity, and Innovative