Visual Merchandiser Assistant

To work in a team of visual merchandisers on creating an inspiring visual and commercial shopping experience, whilst maintaining visual disciplines and standards throughout the stores.

Job Responsibilities

1. General

• Following company and departmental guidelines
• Being aware of all in-store promotions and effectively implementing them
• Having an awareness of the competitor and understanding current trends
• Ensuring all visual standards are maintained
• Having a creative flair and eye for detail essential
• Having an excellent and up to date knowledge of all products
• Working with sales to ensure sales staff follow the VM disciplines and standards

• Customer Service

• Being constantly aware of customers and their needs
• Ensuring that all customers are treated equally both internally and externally
• Following guidelines as established in the VM, Sales and Safety Standards Manuals
• Creating displays, interiors, room sets, shelf displays etc. according to VM manager instructions and in conjunction with the buying and merchandising team
• Having regular meetings with sales team to have awareness of new product launches
• Working closely with the carpentry team and maintaining and ensuring that lighting, displays and finishes are up to company standards
• Working in a safe and customer friendly manner, never leaving a job unfinished, especially during busy periods
• Planning work according to shop floor demands and business
• Constantly renewing his/her knowledge of design and the latest influences