Visual Merchandiser, UK and Ireland (Head Office based with Travel)

OVERVIEW

Reporting to the VM and Retail Marketing Manager. This position has a commercial emphasis with the two main objectives of driving store footfall and revenue. The Visual Merchandiser is responsible for the set up and communication of all campaigns and visual updates. The VM is the go-to contact for stores on all questions regarding VM and will build strong relationships with store teams, RSMs and DSMs and the Training and Merch departments. They should have a strong eye for styling, composition and have a commercial focus to ensure all set ups are ideal for driving footfall and sales. 50% of time will be spent in stores, 50% of time in office.

THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities include:

• Manage showroom product, POSM and collateral and ensure showroom is tidy, organized and locked away at all times.
• Works with VM Trainer on setting up campaign launch in showroom prior to sign off
• Takes ownership of all areas of VM from newness, zoning, trays and additional areas of the store
• Organize sign off dates with all relevant parties in a timely manner
• Liaises with merchandising and marketing to ensure all key products are focal and highlighted with relevant collateral
• Great product knowledge of new and existing products, launch dates and promotions
• Photograph all VM set up to a high standard
• Provide photos, information and styling tips to VM Coordinator for VM implementation guidelines
• Build strong relationships with store teams, RSMs and DSMs
• Work with training and merch on wear box and communicate to stores with a styling guideline
• Point of contact and support to store teams on any VM related queries
• Supports wider team with any VM queries and step into other roles to cover holidays and broaden experience.
• 50% of time in stores, 50% of time in showroom
• Identifies gaps in the global VM calendar where the BRIS consumer requires a specific story or styling option which isn’t supported by global
• Regular competitor report specifically looking at VM & styling

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

Skills

• Extensive experience in a similar Visual Merchandising role.
• Strong understanding of Adobe Design Software
• Experience implementing Visual Guidelines
• Strong visual eye and creativity
• Experience multiple projects in a fast-paced setting
• Experienced with Microsoft and Adobe programming
• Proficient in Microsoft Office - Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience managing campaign implementation

About You

• Great time management
• Forward thinking, uses initiative to think outside the box
• Creative and strategic thinker
• Willingness to think outside the box and try something new
• Self-motivated and driven by results
• Structured, logical and organized in approach
• Team Player with ability to effectively collaborate across multiple functions
• Strong Communication skills (written, verbal and interpersonal)
• Ability to prioritize and work under time pressure displaying pace and energy
• Display leadership, team management and influencing skills

OUR REWARDS

Our people are an integral part of our success. Our commitment to unforgettable career progression is just the start. We offer a competitive rewards package that is second to none. Our generous benefits package includes;

• A highly competitive salary with regular salary reviews
• Generous bonus scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Medical cash plan - including dental, optical, massages and more . . .
• Flexible working hours and ‘working from home’ benefits
• Early finish Fridays (weekends with PANDORA start every Friday at 3pm!)
• 55% employee discount
• Annual jewellery uniform allowance – for FREE!
• Free daily lunch credits
• 33 days holiday (inc. Bank Holidays) – with buy/sell holiday trading options
• Celebrate your Birthday with a day off!
• Join our Employee Wellbeing Centre – including access to; EAP, ‘cycle to work’ scheme, gym discounts and more . . .
• Winniperks - Our online benefits platform with plentiful retail, hospitality and entertainment discounts
• At PANDORA we love a party! Especially at Christmas when you also receive an extra special gift.

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