Visual Merchandiser – Home (225-1002)

The role of a Visual Merchandiser – Home is rooted in creativity, innovation, and a keen eye for aesthetics. This position involves designing appealing and engaging product displays and layouts within home sector retail spaces to maximize customer engagement, drive sales, and enhance the overall shopping experience. As a crucial member of the merchandising team, you will collaborate closely with store managers, product buyers, and marketing departments to execute compelling visual styles and uphold the brand’s image. You will also be tasked with staying ahead of retail display trends and incorporating these into the store's visual strategy. Success in this role is measured by your ability to attract and retain customers through striking visual designs that reflect the brand’s ethos and resonate with customer aspirations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement creative visual merchandising strategies for home products.
• Design window displays and in-store layouts to improve customer engagement.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to align visual merchandising with promotions.
• Maintain and update displays according to seasonal themes and store promotions.
• Analyze competitor displays and trends to inform merchandising decisions.
• Train store staff on proper display techniques and product placement.
• Regularly visit retail locations to ensure visual consistency and quality.
• Maximize the use of space and lighting within retail areas for optimal effect.
• Work with the buying team to highlight new products and best sellers.
• Participate in planning and executing store openings and special events.
• Monitor sales performance to assess the impact of visual merchandising changes.
• Report on merchandise and customer feedback to drive improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Visual Merchandising, Design, or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience as a visual merchandiser in a retail setting, particularly home goods.
• Strong knowledge of current visual merchandising trends and best practices.
• Excellent creative skills with a strong portfolio of commercial work.
• Ability to analyze sales and customer data to drive visual changes.
• Proficiency in digital design tools and implementing them in retail settings.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for cross-departmental interaction.
• Capability to travel to various store locations and adapt displays as needed.
• Attention to detail and an eye for aesthetically pleasing displays.