Visual Merchandiser Team Lead, Full-Time, Permanent

At Brown Thomas Arnotts, we are Reinventing Retail. Our purpose is to enrich our customer’s lives, which we achieve by living our values – Going Above and Beyond, Driving Creativity and Innovation, and Doing the Right Thing. We are one business with two iconic brands, bringing exciting experiences to life through our digital and physical destinations. Our customer engagement sets the bar in service and experiential retail, giving our customers something to love every time. KNOW THE ROLE As Creative and Visual Merchandising Team Lead for Brown Thomas Arnotts, you will be responsible for supporting the business to deliver the Creative strategy in line with business goals. This role interacts in all aspects of retail including store operations, head office functions e.g. marketing, buying etc. to execute and fulfil the Creative direction for the Brown Thomas Arnotts Business. Your responsibilities will include:

• Work with Senior Management & our Visual Merchandising Manager to develop creative, practical and commercial solutions across all types of visual treatments.
• Support with creative projects, design and installation and ensure successful implementation within an agreed timeframe and allocated budgets.
• Walk all floors regularly to review standards, inclusive of Windows, In-store visual areas, Mannequins, Vignettes and Merchandising. Report back to Creative & VM Production Manager recommendations, and suggestions for approval and budgeting.
• Develop floor plans and merchandising schemes for all fashion brands that will drive sales while maintaining a high standard and cohesion with agreed aesthetic.
• Liaise and collaborate with key leaders in Buying, Marketing, Customer Experience and Design teams during brand refits, product launches, and special events.
• Build strong relationships with Store Management and Buyers through regular floor walks. Identify commercial opportunities and department performance. Work together alongside the Visual Merchandising Manager to achieve actions.
• Successfully manage, develop and lead team who directly report to you.
• Participate in daily team meetings to ensure full understanding of the work schedule to be carried out by your team.
• Support with the necessary logistics of moving props around store, warehouse etc.
• Experienced in using ‘Google Sketch Up’, and formulating a creative presentation in accordance with department standards and practice.

KNOW WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Experienced in a leadership role inclusive of people management.
• A proactive approach to support the Visual Merchandising Manager on solution based management.
• Coaching management style in order to grow and nurture talent on your team.
• Nurture a culture of creativity by actively participating in the wider department.
• An innovative thinker who remains up to date on creative industry trends, fashion and interior styling, production technology and brand marketing.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills.
• Able to take an idea from concept through to installation.
• Effective communication skills across teams on workload issues, needs and progress of work.
• An excellent communicator, both written and verbal, in all levels of business practice.
• Able to work successfully in a fast changing environment, redefining goals and priorities at very short notice.
• The ability to execute multiple projects at the same time whilst managing deadlines.
• Create and nurture mutually beneficial relationships across the business.

KNOW WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU We believe every team member should have the opportunity to curate a meaningful career that enhances professional and personal development. That is why we foster a culture of belonging and inclusiveness where your voice is valuable. A great customer experience starts with a great people experience, and we’re proud to have been recognised by multiple industry bodies for our progressive workplace culture. As a Brown Thomas Arnotts team member, you will benefit from:

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

Brown Thomas Arnotts is an equal-opportunities 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/or 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 can expect to become part of a progressive community where different backgrounds, views & personalities aren’t just welcomed – they’re positively nurtured. After all, we want you to bring your whole self to work. Please contact us at careers@brownthomas.ie to request accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr