Senior Visual Merchandiser

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the worlds most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Overview of the role:

Reporting to the Regional Visual Merchandiser your role will be to implement and maintain the M&S brand image within the store, ensuring visual consistency. You will provide the customer with the most inspirational shopping experience possible. You will also be responsible for maintaining effective communication with store colleagues and the RVM / Manager VM.

What you will do:

Description of Accountability:

• Accurately implement all company Visual Merchandising policies. Implement easy to shop store grids. Implement well styled mannequins in line with the styling policy. Use appropriate styling techniques and the correct visual elements in the relevant areas to aid customer segmentation.
• Implement seasonal launches and events on time and “on brand”. Be aware of both store and company best sellers. Have an awareness of competitor activities and trends within Visual Merchandising. Work effectively and communicate regularly with store colleagues and VM Manager to ensure brand consistency.
• Implement window display guidelines on time and “on brand”. Ensure corporate initiatives are implemented effectively. VM checklist to be maintained and adhered to. Execution of marketing initiatives in the stores. Liaise with the Store Managers everyday for updates on VM processes / requirements / people.

Required Skills to be successful:

• Leadership
• Strong Business
• Acumen and the ability to communicate with business partners at all levels
• Proven ability to achieve goals.
• Good Personality
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Excellent relationship skills
• Good Excel skills
• Accountability

What equips you for the role:

• Bachelor Degree
• Minimum 4+ years’ experience in visual merchandising
• Marketing or other related area of study from an accredited institution.
• visual merchandising, retailing or any other related field of study with
• 4 – 5 years’ core experience in visual merchandising.

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