Visual Merchandising Assistant at Timberland

Key tasks & responsibilities:

• Presentation to produce initiatives at Point-of-Sale, Shop-in-Shop, windows, promotion areas as aligned with Global Guidelines for both outlet and Highstreet concepts.
• Monitor and report on retail stock levels, product availability and physical space conditions to both Retail Operations manager & VM Manager.
• Manage and maintain both outlet and highstreet spaces by regular store visits to maximize merchandise sell-through by utilizing Space Zoning Concepts.
• Collaborate with the Visual Merchandising Manager and Store to assist with creating floor plans and implement changes that are consistent with the stores’ customer demands and product focus.
• Direct and manage merchandise displays, point of sales and selected areas of the store to maximize product sell-through.
• Train, develop and mentor store employees on Visual Merchandise basics using brand, merchandise principles and concepts.
• Communicate the Company’s vision, mission, values, and strategy of the brand and adhere to all Global Visual Merchandising direction.
• Develop and analyze assigned reports, complete other assignments and special projects as requested for both outlet & highstreet stores.
• Maintain and organize equipment storage and an updated records/administrative system.
• Complete and submit reports – graphics reports for all executions, Visual Merchandising report for store visits.

Requirements

Main Requirements:

• 3+ years of solid working in a similar vm position within an apparel brand, must have hands on visual merchandising experience.
• Excellent Eye for detail with a strong creative hand with ability to communicate key ideas to drive visual standards.
• Fluent in English, other languages are a advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to problem solve.
• Ensuring that all stores under your portfolio are adhering to the merchandising principles by opening the lines of communication and conducting daily store visits to supervise the implementation of visual merchandising plans.
• Positive attitude that will lead and motivate teams to complete displays to tight deadlines.
• Must be able to travel within Johannesburg region- 12 stores with occasional travel to Pretoria.
• Driver’s license, reliable car and cell phone is a must.
• Minimum Qualifications Required: Matric/Grade 12, Completed Diploma or Degree in a relevant field of study is advantageous.