Visual Merchandising Manager

GET TO KNOW US We’re a retail world built on iconic firsts. Famed for the creativity that touches our brands, buildings and experiences. We’re always challenging ourselves to make every experience more special and unique for our customers and our people. Supported by strong family foundations that inspire us to create something that lasts. Because we care about the tomorrow we’re carving out. KNOW THE ROLE To lead the Visual Merchandising team to ensure the company’s creative vision and strategy are consistently delivered.

• Walk all floors regularly to review standards in Windows, In-store visual areas, Mannequins, Vignettes and Merchandising. Report back to Creative Director re recommendations, and suggestions for approval and budgeting.
• Develop floor plans and merchandising schemes for all brands that will push sales while maintaining a high standard of luxury.
• Liaise with Creative Designer on a regular basis to ensure clear understanding of each window strategy.
• Oversee special creative projects, design and installation and ensure successful implementation within agreed timeframes and budgets.
• Liaise and collaborate with key leaders in Buying, Marketing and Design teams during brand refits, product launches, and special events.
• Work with the Design Team to develop creative, practical and commercial solutions across all types of store fit and new openings.
• Successfully manage, develop and lead a large team.
• Manage performance and conduct performance reviews with team to meet business objectives.
• Organise time tables, tasks assignments and work schedules for team.
• Interview and select new staff.
• To participate in the planning and implementation of Window Schemes and In-Store Displays.
• To lead weekly team meetings to ensure full understanding of the work schedule to be carried out.
• Build strong relationships with Store Management and Buyers through regular floor walks. Identify commercial opportunities and department performance. Work together to achieve actions.
• Key Creative Liaison for all logistics of moving props around store, warehouse etc.
• Lead the Visual Merchandising team in the set up for press days or events/launches.

KNOW WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Professional, technical, academic or training qualifications required
• Have a strong artistic background with a knowledge of trends that keeps the business at the forefront in its creative offering.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in retail merchandising and or display essential.
• Experience in managing and leading a team preferable.
• Creative, enthusiastic and original thinker with a practical approach.
• Self confident and self motivated with excellent organizational skills.
• Able to take an idea from concept through to installation.
• Great influencing skills.
• An excellent communicator, both written and verbal, in all levels of business.
• Ahead of the competition both in creative and visual ideas and leading by example.
• Able to work successfully in a fast changing environment, redefining goals and priorities at very short notice.

KNOW WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• Competitive Salary
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Competitive annual leave entitlement
• Team Member discount across the world’s most iconic brands
• Recognition Days for Volunteering & Wellbeing
• Wellbeing Initiatives
• Extensive Learning & Development Offerings
• Leading Talent Programmes
• Flexible Working Model
• Additional Benefits

KNOW HOW WE WORK We Drive Creativity and Innovation: Creativity runs through our veins and fuels everything we do. We are an enterprising team that thinks outside the box to bring new ideas to life and to create unrivalled experiences designed for our customers and our world. Fostering a culture of innovation, we keep ahead of the rest while growing sustainably. We Go Above and Beyond: As agents of change within our industry we set the standard, always leading, never imitating. We love to go where others haven't and thrive on sharing our knowledge and expertise. We work to surpass expectations, inspiring everyone who comes in to contact with our brands. We Do the Right Thing: We respect our world and everyone we interact with. Acting with decency, honesty and transparency, we strive to ensure that everything we contemplate or do, contributes to a sustainable future. Embracing diversity and inclusivity we build trust among our customers, partners, communities and with each other. Brown Thomas Arnotts is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where culture and creativity come together. Our future success depends on the perspectives and contributions of all team members – their diverse backgrounds, abilities and experiences make our business stronger. We don’t discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, family status, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion, and membership of the Travelling community. We aim to ensure the candidate experience is accessible to all and every new team member who joins Brown Thomas Arnotts to become part of a progressive community where different backgrounds, views & personalities aren’t just welcomed – they’re positively nurtured. After all, we want to bring your whole self to work. Please contact us at careers@brownthomas.ie to request accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr