Group Visual Merchandiser: Homeware (JB4966)
Location: Epping, Cape Town
Salary: R48,000 to R50,000 a month CTC
Type: Permanent
Kontak Recruitment Agency in Cape Town is assisting a client to recruit a Group Visual Merchandiser for homeware. A leading retail furniture manufacturer seeks a visionary Group Visual Merchandiser to drive creative direction for its homeware division. This role calls for a self-starter to conceptualize bold ideas, design captivating layouts, and implement them across retail spaces, enhancing the client experience and boosting sales.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in visual merchandising, turning brand identity into compelling displays. Working hands-on with a skilled team, they will refine concepts, oversee installations, and drive creative excellence to elevate processes and tackle challenges with innovative solutions.
Minimum Requirements:
- An Interior Décor or Design Diploma (an Interior Design diploma is particularly advantageous)
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in similar roles such as Visual Merchandising Manager, Senior Visual Merchandiser, or Creative Manager
- Excellent technical knowledge of design software, e.g., SketchUp
- Valid driver’s license with reliable own transport; willingness to travel nationally
- Passion for retail and consumer trends, with the ability to conceptualize installations in line with the brand identity
- Strong creative problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and conceptual ability
- Ability to interpret briefs and communicate directives effectively to in-store Visual Merchandisers
- Good knowledge of merchandising policies and procedures within a retail environment
- Strong administrative skills and excellent product knowledge of homeware and décor
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Take creative direction, taking initiative to conceptualize, design, and implement layouts and displays for carpets, shelves, linens, bathrooms, outdoor spaces, lighting, and kitchen areas
- Develop creative ideas, designs, and executions independently, ensuring alignment with the brand vision
- Oversee costing, production, and installation of homeware displays, including signage implementation
- Prepare and present SketchUp models for installation approval
- Provide insights on shop fittings and new store concepts, using research and data
- Collaborate with the Project Manager to manage budgets for installations
- Facilitate workshops with in-store Visual Merchandisers to refine concepts
- Communicate rollout plans for installations to in-store Visual Merchandisers and Regional Managers
- Deliver monthly feedback on homeware integration through video conferencing, photos, or in-store visits
- Compile and manage the annual Homeware Lookbook and guidelines
- Travel across South Africa to all retail stores during revamp periods or as required
- Develop efficient processes aligned with business strategies and objectives
- Work closely with homeware planners and buyers on capacity planning, pack-out, and product allocations
Please do not apply using scanned CVs; no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.
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