Visual Merchandise Manager

Are you a creative force with a passion for transforming spaces into captivating visual stories? We are searching for a dynamic and experienced Visual Merchandise Manager to lead our team and elevate our brand presence.Key Responsibilities:Creating and implementing a visual merchandising strategy for the Company.Ensuring the strategy is in line with the Company brand, products, and target market.Generating sketches of visual displays that meet visual design requirements.Finalizing designs and creating detailed floor plans for display areas.Sourcing the props, creative materials, and accessories for displays.Changing displays to promote new product launches or to reflect festive or seasonal themes.Ensuring uniformity of displays across multiple store locations.Liaising with other retail professionals, including buyers, marketing executives, and retail merchandisers, when necessary.Monitoring costs and working within budget.Researching lifestyle and design trends that will inform the visual merchandising strategy.Training of staff in VM standards/Principles of display.National Bi monthly and annual audit of stores in JHB/DBN/PE.Ensure standards are upheld for store layout/design, Store RevampsManage the annual critical path document for each campaign.Help conceptualize product special offers & promotions.VM & Head of Graphics to conceptualize campaigns & present to EXCO.Manage In-store display for campaigns across all 26 stores & 2 franchise.Project management of all props and print production in-house and with suppliers.Communication of audit document to store managers & regionals to ensure adequate stock levels of permanent fixtures.Conceptualize and execute the décor of media launches, store launches, exhibitions, collaborations, inhouse events.Any other function which may be requiredMinimum Requirements:Matric and/or relevant diploma or degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Spatial Design, Interior Design, Retail Management, or a related field.+/- 5 years proven experience as a Visual Merchandise Manager in retail stores.Comprehensive portfolio of relevant visual design work. Working knowledge of current visual merchandising trends and best practicesSkills:Strong organizational and strategic thinking skills.Proficient in developing and executing visual merchandising strategies.In-depth knowledge of design trends, retail best practices, and customer behaviour.Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skillsIf you're ready to play a pivotal role in shaping our brand's visual identity and driving retail success, then apply now to embark on this exciting journey with Carrol Boyes.