In-Store Visual Merchandising Specialist - Springfield, Durban

PURPOSE & OVERALL RELEVANCE FOR THE ORGANIZATION:

Contribute to meeting or exceeding store sales and profit targets by:

Ensuring the efficient and effective implementation of the global visual merchandising direction in assigned store.

KEYRESPONSIBILITIES:

Communication:

Cascade information given by Regional VM Manager to Store Manager and store staff through Training and meetings

Participate in team meetings and team huddle to understand needs, delivery of stock and sales and retail KPI analysis in order to drive sales through VM

Give feedback to the RBO on Stores’ needs after discussing with Store Manager

Merchandising Display:

Ensure store complies with Global standards and guidelines to provide a pleasant shopping experience to all consumers

Ensure all windows are presented to a high standards including mannequins dressing and positioning, lighting direction, cleanliness, steaming and price communication

In charge of creating clear Shop –In-Shop’s to emphasize category presentation

Ensure correct use and positioning of In-Store Communication Tools

Dress in-store mannequins and place props correctly

Apply and maintain Retail Standards

Daily audit using adidas VM compliance Checklist

Monthly submission on VM Compliance Tool including taking and uploading pictures into the system

Update weekly the Space Management Tool floor plan and fixture allocation based on product presentation movement. Weekly analysis of Space Management Results with SM and draft common action plan

Night shift: campaign change

Lead store staff by example, organize their work time and tasks

In-storeVMTraining:

Train co-workers on:

Global Visual Merchandising standards and guidelines, including folding techniques, different hanger types, size order and size curve, steaming and merchandise presentation standards as well as the use of size cubes and size stickers

“Getting to know your stores” and wall configuration - Train the Trainer

Enhancing consumer journey

VM Reporting:

Keep up to date on competitor analysis as well as current and upcoming fashion trends across the store location area. Communicate information to Market VM Manager

Identify and communicate store needs fixtures/ ISC to Market VM Manager

Other duties as requested by SM/Market VM Manager

Equipment control:

Returns and correctly stores unused equipment including fixtures, mannequins, props & graphic frames

Manage fixtures with care to avoid damages

Is familiar with health and safety issues

Ensure there is a VM corner at BOH to keep all VM elements packed accordingly.

Customerserviceandoperational tasks:

Execute the Brand Customer Service standards to meet or exceed customers’ expectations

Be a Brand Ambassador, consistently exhibiting the Brand Attitude and Values

Use Seasonal Brand and product knowledge effectively during sales interactions

Communicate product features and benefits and unique selling points clearly to address customers’ needs and strengthen their connection to the Brand

Minimize loss in both, the stockroom and the sales floor

Perform all store operations in a safe, effective and efficient manner

Collaborate productively and respectfully with team members

Complete all applicable training programs and effectively apply the learning on the job

Seek coaching and learning opportunities to continually improve your performance

KEYRELATIONSHIPS:

Consumers

Peers / Supervisor, VM Manager, Deputy Manager, Store Manager

Regional VM

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Interest in fashion & sports desirable

English-skills beneficial

Organized and detailed oriented

Is able to follow directives

Good numeracy, literacy, verbal and written communication skills

Self - motivated

Work as a team

Effective problem-solving abilities

A good eye for style, coordination and attention to detail

MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS:

Matric Certification

2 - 3 years of visual merchandising experience in a retail environment