Visual Merchandiser at Vivo Activewear

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, create and execute Vivo’s Visual Merchandising Strategy that embodies the Vivo brand essence, and presents a unified approach to how Vivo products are visually presented across all retail outlets, and in line with the company’s brand image and target market.
• Design and Develop Basic Principles and Seasonal Guides to be used in the visual presentation of merchandise across all stores
• Design window displays, signs, interior displays, floor plans and special promotions displays to be used across all stores
• Document all policies to guide Visual Merchandising across all Vivo stores
• Create impactful visual displays that convert window shoppers into prospects, drive branding and sales objectives and maximize profitability
• Work and collaborate with suppliers to source for equipment, props, creative materials, and accessories for displays as needed
• Guide the stores in installing and setting up window displays, walkways, counters, and in-store displays, or supervising contractors hired for this purpose

Key Skills

• Creative intuition: Creative individual with a flair for fashion and with an innovative thought process; able to create impactful displays that attract customers and drive sales
• Strong team player and good communicator - able to communicate effectively, and gain trust, respect and confidence quickly and effectively
• Planning, organizing & time management: Highly organized self-starter, able to plan and work effectively in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision and guidance
• Product Knowledge: Have sound knowledge of current visual merchandising trends and best practices

Qualifications & Experience

• A Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in a design related field (fashion, graphic design, visual communications, interior design, retail)
• Proven work experience as a visual merchandiser in field visual merchandising, including window displays, signs, interior displays and space utilization
• Working knowledge of current visual merchandising trends and best practices.
• Ability to analyze sales merchandising reports and survey results and relate these to visual presentations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work flexible hours and extended hours at times
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite. Experienced at using Adobe Creative Suite programs, such as Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, or other visual design tools will be an added advantage