Explore diverse merchandising job opportunities. Merchandising roles are available across various sectors, focusing on product presentation and sales strategies. These positions require skills in visual display, inventory management, and customer engagement. Job seekers can find roles ranging from entry-level merchandisers to senior merchandising managers.265 Merchandising jobs in the United Kingdom
Merchandising Specialist
West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber
Morrisons
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About The Role
We’re looking for a Merchandising Specialist within our Commercial Team to work on a strategically important project that will see all categories affected, requiring detailed range analysis and planogram changes to be made across more than 200 categories per store.
The purpose of the Merchandising function is to drive sales and reduce costs with a customer centric focus on availability - enabling the delivery of the right range, in the right space, for every product. Merchandisers are specifically responsible for creating, delivering and maintaining a portfolio of planograms that support commercial and corporate strategies - and therefore the project will require extensive knowledge of micro space planning, merchandising systems, and category review/range analytics.
Whilst working in the Merchandising team, your focus will be on supporting the project, providing initial support with range analysis through to the culmination of customer centric plans that deliver new ranges that support the Commercial strategy and enable ease of replenishment for our store colleagues.
This role will be on a fixed term contract for 18 months.
Some of your responsibilities will include:
- Working within existing processes that ensure planogram delivery best fit all facets required for optimum in-store execution. li>Completing data analysis to allow proficient category support, insight and development that ensure optimum ranges are delivered to all stores.
- Ensuring associated deliverables are provided as and when expected.
- With support, but also through autonomous working, ensuring competence on new systems and efficient ways of working.
- Overseeing a planogram portfolio of c.3000 plans, across multiple trading areas.
- Managing the several thousand plan to store links; through utilisation of existing merchandising systems - all with complete accuracy.
- Ensuring that all products adhere to agreed stocking criteria and plans meet all merchandising principles to allow ease of shop for customers, ease of replenishment for colleagues - and ensure availability at all times.
This role is based at our fantastic head office in Bradford. Boasting an on-site restaurant, coffee shop, convenience and sample store, prayer room, free parking and regular company-wide events and promotions. Ideally, applicants will live within a reasonable distance of our office.
About You
We’ve built an incredibly diverse business, and we’re working hard to make sure we truly represent the communities we serve. One of the best things about working with so many different people is having the opportunity to listen, learn and connect with lots of different views, perspectives and beliefs. For this role, we’re looking for someone who has:
- Exte sive and current knowledge of Retail industry.
- Retail systems competence, including micro space planning software to allow planogram and range analysis.
- Broad and varied category understanding, with an aptitude to apply knowledge to specific areas to allow a detailed approach.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google applications and report writing.
- Ability to analyse complex qualitative and quantitative data.
- Ability to motivate individuals and lead through change.
- Ability to monitor, assess and manage own and category performance.
- Ability to manage projects, stakeholders and work to deadlines in a large organisation across various formats.
- Record of merchandising practices including category reviews.
- Experience of customer-centric planning and delivery.
- Record of managing costs and working to a budget.
- Experience of managing macro and micro space changes in a large organisation.
About The Team
At Morrisons, we're the single biggest food manufacturer in the UK, and the only retailer to operate our own processing sites. Which means we're not just responsible for keeping our shelves stocked - we need to stock our manufacturing sites, too.
As a true one-of-a-kind business, we curate, arrange and buy everything from raw materials like flour and meat to the products our customers pop in for every day. We negotiate prices and make sure we're able to sell as much as we can. We look at product packaging and quality to help us decide where products will sit in our stores. And when you remember that each category is worth a percentage of our overall £12billion turnover from supermarket sales alone, the impact of each buying team is huge.
We work in embedded business teams, so our Buyers sit with their supply chain, finance and technical counterparts, working alongside each other to make decisions and take action quickly. We even have joint targets so that we're unified in our mission to serve our customers.
About The Company
- 5% colleague discount in our stores and online, plus 10% for two friends/family members
- Annual bonus scheme
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Company pension contributions
- Private healthcare
- Perks with over 850 retailers
We're Foodmakers and Shopkeepers and together, we make Morrisons. We’re the only UK retailer with our own manufacturing business spread across 18 sites, not to mention nearly 500 stores, we’ve lots of opportunities for you to play your part. So, whether you want to make the freshest food, sell it, or join us in our head office, we’d love to meet you…
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Visual Merchandising Specialist
M1 1AB Manchester, North West
£28000 Annually
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Manchester, Greater Manchester, UK
Our client is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Visual Merchandising Specialist to join their team in a fully remote role. This position will be instrumental in developing and implementing visually appealing displays and store layouts that enhance the customer experience and drive sales for our client's brand. You will be responsible for translating marketing and brand strategies into compelling visual presentations across various retail channels. Your duties will include creating mood boards, developing planograms, selecting fixtures and props, and ensuring brand consistency in all visual executions. You will collaborate closely with the marketing, e-commerce, and product development teams to align visual merchandising efforts with broader company objectives. This role requires a keen eye for aesthetics, an understanding of retail trends, and the ability to conceptualize and execute innovative display concepts. You will also be responsible for producing visual guidelines and training materials for store staff, ensuring accurate implementation of merchandising strategies. The ideal candidate will possess strong spatial reasoning skills, a passion for retail design, and the ability to communicate visual ideas effectively through various mediums, including digital presentations and sketches. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented individual to make a significant impact on brand perception and sales performance from a remote work setup.
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Our client is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Visual Merchandising Specialist to join their team in a fully remote role. This position will be instrumental in developing and implementing visually appealing displays and store layouts that enhance the customer experience and drive sales for our client's brand. You will be responsible for translating marketing and brand strategies into compelling visual presentations across various retail channels. Your duties will include creating mood boards, developing planograms, selecting fixtures and props, and ensuring brand consistency in all visual executions. You will collaborate closely with the marketing, e-commerce, and product development teams to align visual merchandising efforts with broader company objectives. This role requires a keen eye for aesthetics, an understanding of retail trends, and the ability to conceptualize and execute innovative display concepts. You will also be responsible for producing visual guidelines and training materials for store staff, ensuring accurate implementation of merchandising strategies. The ideal candidate will possess strong spatial reasoning skills, a passion for retail design, and the ability to communicate visual ideas effectively through various mediums, including digital presentations and sketches. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented individual to make a significant impact on brand perception and sales performance from a remote work setup.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement innovative visual merchandising strategies and concepts.
- Create compelling product displays, store layouts, and window designs.
- Design and execute planograms to optimize product placement and visual appeal.
- Select and source appropriate fixtures, props, and materials for displays.
- Ensure brand consistency and adherence to brand guidelines across all visual executions.
- Collaborate with marketing, e-commerce, and product teams to align visual efforts with company goals.
- Produce detailed visual guidelines and training materials for store teams.
- Stay informed about current retail design trends, competitor activities, and consumer behaviour.
- Analyse sales data to assess the effectiveness of visual merchandising initiatives.
- Manage visual merchandising budgets and timelines effectively.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in visual merchandising, retail design, or a related creative field.
- Strong portfolio showcasing visual merchandising concepts and execution.
- Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp) is advantageous.
- Excellent understanding of colour theory, spatial design, and brand aesthetics.
- Creative thinker with a strong sense of style and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects remotely.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of retail operations and customer behaviour.
- Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Design, Marketing, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
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Visual Merchandising Specialist
ST1 2 Staffordshire, West Midlands
£26000 Annually
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Our client, a highly respected retailer known for its innovative store concepts, is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Visual Merchandising Specialist to contribute to their success in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, UK . This role is pivotal in shaping the in-store customer experience, ensuring that product displays are attractive, engaging, and aligned with brand guidelines. You will be responsible for implementing visually compelling merchandising strategies across various product categories, enhancing product appeal and driving sales through effective presentation.
The ideal candidate will have a strong artistic eye, a keen understanding of retail trends, and the ability to translate brand concepts into tangible store layouts. Your responsibilities will include planning and executing in-store displays, window presentations, and point-of-sale arrangements. You will work closely with store management and sales teams to ensure consistent brand execution and to gather feedback on display effectiveness. Experience with 3D design software or visual merchandising tools is a plus. You must be hands-on, organised, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict timelines and brand standards.
Key responsibilities include:
A relevant qualification in Visual Merchandising, Design, or a related field is preferred. Proven experience in a visual merchandising role within a retail environment is essential. You should possess excellent spatial awareness, a strong sense of colour and composition, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. If you have a passion for creating inspiring retail environments and a flair for visual storytelling, we encourage you to apply.
The ideal candidate will have a strong artistic eye, a keen understanding of retail trends, and the ability to translate brand concepts into tangible store layouts. Your responsibilities will include planning and executing in-store displays, window presentations, and point-of-sale arrangements. You will work closely with store management and sales teams to ensure consistent brand execution and to gather feedback on display effectiveness. Experience with 3D design software or visual merchandising tools is a plus. You must be hands-on, organised, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict timelines and brand standards.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing visual merchandising plans for store interiors and window displays.
- Creating eye-catching product displays that align with brand aesthetics and marketing campaigns.
- Ensuring product placement maximises visibility and drives customer engagement.
- Collaborating with store teams to execute visual merchandising standards consistently.
- Monitoring inventory levels and replenishing displays as needed.
- Staying updated on the latest visual merchandising trends and competitor activities.
- Providing feedback and suggestions for improving store layout and product presentation.
- Training store staff on visual merchandising principles and best practices.
- Managing the procurement and upkeep of display props and fixtures.
- Contributing to seasonal and promotional display changes.
A relevant qualification in Visual Merchandising, Design, or a related field is preferred. Proven experience in a visual merchandising role within a retail environment is essential. You should possess excellent spatial awareness, a strong sense of colour and composition, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. If you have a passion for creating inspiring retail environments and a flair for visual storytelling, we encourage you to apply.
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Lead Retail Merchandising Specialist
PO1 1AA Portsmouth, South East
£38000 Annually
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Our client, a renowned name in the retail sector, is looking for an experienced Lead Retail Merchandising Specialist to join their team in Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK . This role operates on a hybrid model, offering a blend of in-office strategic planning and on-site store visits.
As the Lead Retail Merchandising Specialist, you will be instrumental in developing and executing compelling visual merchandising strategies that drive sales and enhance the customer experience across various retail channels. You will be responsible for creating visually appealing product displays, ensuring brand consistency, and optimizing store layouts to maximize product visibility and profitability. This role involves close collaboration with marketing, sales, and store operations teams to bring merchandising concepts to life.
Key responsibilities include:
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Design, Business, or a related field, coupled with at least 5 years of experience in retail visual merchandising, with a significant portion in a leadership or specialist capacity. Proven experience in developing and executing successful merchandising strategies is essential. Strong spatial awareness, a keen eye for aesthetics, and excellent creative flair are required. Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) for creating mock-ups and presentations is beneficial. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and project management skills are necessary to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and influence stakeholders. A passion for retail and a deep understanding of consumer behaviour are highly valued. This is an excellent opportunity for a creative and strategic merchandiser to make a significant impact.
As the Lead Retail Merchandising Specialist, you will be instrumental in developing and executing compelling visual merchandising strategies that drive sales and enhance the customer experience across various retail channels. You will be responsible for creating visually appealing product displays, ensuring brand consistency, and optimizing store layouts to maximize product visibility and profitability. This role involves close collaboration with marketing, sales, and store operations teams to bring merchandising concepts to life.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing innovative visual merchandising plans and strategies aligned with brand guidelines and seasonal campaigns.
- Creating eye-catching product displays, store layouts, and window presentations that attract customers and drive sales.
- Collaborating with product management and marketing teams to understand product trends and promotional activities.
- Providing clear visual merchandising guidelines and training materials to store teams.
- Conducting regular store visits to assess merchandising effectiveness, ensure brand standards are met, and gather feedback.
- Analyzing sales data and customer behaviour to identify opportunities for merchandising improvement.
- Managing the budget for visual merchandising materials and store fixture updates.
- Sourcing and coordinating the production of visual merchandising props and fixtures.
- Keeping abreast of the latest retail merchandising trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences.
- Ensuring a consistent and engaging brand experience across all touchpoints.
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Design, Business, or a related field, coupled with at least 5 years of experience in retail visual merchandising, with a significant portion in a leadership or specialist capacity. Proven experience in developing and executing successful merchandising strategies is essential. Strong spatial awareness, a keen eye for aesthetics, and excellent creative flair are required. Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) for creating mock-ups and presentations is beneficial. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and project management skills are necessary to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and influence stakeholders. A passion for retail and a deep understanding of consumer behaviour are highly valued. This is an excellent opportunity for a creative and strategic merchandiser to make a significant impact.
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Remote Retail Merchandising Specialist
B1 1BB Birmingham, West Midlands
£35000 Annually
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Our client, a leading online fashion retailer, is seeking a creative and data-driven Remote Retail Merchandising Specialist to join their dynamic team. This is a fully remote position, enabling you to contribute to shaping product assortments and visual presentations from anywhere. You will be instrumental in driving sales and profitability by analyzing market trends, customer data, and competitor activities to curate compelling product collections. Your responsibilities will include collaborating with buying, marketing, and design teams to define product strategies, optimize inventory allocation, and enhance the online shopping experience. You will be responsible for planning and executing promotional campaigns, managing product lifecycle, and ensuring that product information and imagery are accurate and appealing across all digital platforms. The role requires a keen eye for detail, a strong understanding of retail dynamics, and the ability to translate insights into actionable merchandising plans. Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and executing product assortment strategies to meet sales targets and customer demand.
- Analyzing sales data, market trends, and competitor performance to identify opportunities and risks.
- Collaborating with the buying team to select and source products that align with brand strategy and customer preferences.
- Optimizing product presentation and placement on the e-commerce website to maximize conversion rates.
- Planning and managing product launches and promotional campaigns.
- Ensuring product information, pricing, and imagery are accurate, compelling, and up-to-date.
- Monitoring inventory levels and coordinating with the supply chain team to ensure optimal stock availability.
- Providing insights and recommendations to improve the overall online customer shopping journey.
- Staying current with the latest merchandising techniques and digital retail best practices.
- Conducting competitive analysis to identify gaps and opportunities in the market.
- Supporting the visual merchandising team to ensure cohesive brand representation across all digital touchpoints.
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Remote Retail Merchandising Specialist
DE1 2GP Derby, East Midlands
£30000 Annually
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Our client, a leading name in the retail sector, is seeking an innovative and data-driven Remote Retail Merchandising Specialist to join their dynamic marketing team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will play a crucial role in optimizing product placement, visual merchandising strategies, and promotional activities across our client's extensive retail network and online channels. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of consumer behaviour, retail trends, and the ability to translate data insights into actionable merchandising plans that drive sales and enhance the customer experience. You will collaborate with various departments, including sales, marketing, and product development, to ensure cohesive and effective merchandising strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement effective visual merchandising strategies for both physical and digital retail environments.
- Analyze sales data, market trends, and competitor activities to identify opportunities for product placement and assortment optimization.
- Create compelling product displays and store layouts that enhance the customer shopping experience.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to plan and execute in-store promotions and visual campaigns.
- Develop merchandising guidelines and provide training to store staff on visual standards.
- Monitor inventory levels and work with supply chain teams to ensure product availability.
- Manage relationships with visual merchandising agencies and suppliers.
- Prepare regular reports on merchandising performance, sales trends, and ROI of merchandising initiatives.
- Ensure brand consistency across all merchandising efforts.
- Stay updated on the latest retail merchandising techniques and technologies.
- Contribute to the development of seasonal merchandising plans and product launches.
- Conduct store visits (when feasible, or leverage virtual tools) to assess merchandising execution and identify areas for improvement.
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field.
- Proven experience in retail merchandising, visual merchandising, or a similar role.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and customer insights.
- Excellent understanding of retail environments and consumer behaviour.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
- Creative flair with a strong sense of aesthetics and design.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.
- Experience with retail management software or visual merchandising tools is a plus.
- A passion for retail and creating engaging shopping experiences.
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Remote Retail Merchandising Specialist
PL1 1AG Plymouth, South West
£30000 Annually
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Our client is seeking a highly creative and data-driven Remote Retail Merchandising Specialist to join their dynamic team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within the UK. You will be responsible for developing and implementing effective merchandising strategies that enhance product visibility, drive sales, and align with brand objectives across various online and offline retail channels. Your expertise will be crucial in analyzing market trends, understanding consumer behavior, and optimizing product placement to maximize commercial success.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
If you are a talented merchandiser looking for a fully remote opportunity to make a significant impact on retail success, apply today to join our innovative team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute comprehensive visual merchandising strategies for online and offline retail platforms.
- Analyze sales data, market trends, and competitor activities to identify merchandising opportunities and challenges.
- Create compelling product displays and assortments that appeal to target customers and drive purchasing decisions.
- Collaborate with marketing, product development, and sales teams to ensure cohesive brand messaging and promotional activities.
- Develop and maintain merchandising guidelines and best practices for internal teams and retail partners.
- Monitor and report on the effectiveness of merchandising initiatives, providing actionable insights and recommendations for improvement.
- Manage product placement, promotions, and pricing strategies to optimize sales performance.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest merchandising techniques, digital tools, and industry best practices.
- Curate product assortments for e-commerce platforms, ensuring accurate descriptions, imagery, and categorization.
- Provide guidance and support to remote sales teams and external retail partners on merchandising standards.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in retail merchandising, visual merchandising, or a related role, with a strong understanding of consumer behavior and retail trends.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and market research.
- Proficiency in merchandising software and e-commerce platforms.
- Strong creative and visual presentation skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with remote teams.
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field is preferred.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote setting.
- A proactive and detail-oriented approach to problem-solving.
- Familiarity with digital merchandising tools and techniques.
- A passion for retail and a keen eye for aesthetics and product appeal.
If you are a talented merchandiser looking for a fully remote opportunity to make a significant impact on retail success, apply today to join our innovative team.
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Remote Retail Merchandising Specialist
Southampton, South East
£30000 Annually
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Our client, a leading omnichannel retailer, is seeking a creative and analytical Remote Retail Merchandising Specialist to optimize product presentation and sales across their digital platforms. This fully remote role is critical in ensuring our products are showcased effectively online, driving customer engagement and maximizing conversion rates. You will be responsible for analyzing sales data, developing visual merchandising strategies, and collaborating with e-commerce and marketing teams to create compelling product pages and online store layouts. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of e-commerce best practices, a keen eye for visual aesthetics, and the ability to translate data insights into actionable merchandising plans. This position offers the flexibility to work from home while making a significant impact on the company's online success.
Key responsibilities will include:
Key responsibilities will include:
- Developing and implementing online visual merchandising strategies to enhance the customer shopping experience.
- Analyzing sales data, website analytics, and customer feedback to identify trends and opportunities.
- Optimizing product placement, categorization, and navigation on the e-commerce website.
- Creating engaging product descriptions, imagery, and video content in collaboration with marketing teams.
- Managing and curating product assortments for online stores, ensuring a cohesive and appealing selection.
- Conducting competitor analysis to identify best practices in online merchandising.
- Collaborating with the e-commerce team to plan and execute online promotions and campaigns.
- Ensuring product information accuracy and consistency across all digital touchpoints.
- Testing and iterating on different merchandising approaches to improve conversion rates and average order value.
- Staying up-to-date with the latest e-commerce trends and digital merchandising tools.
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Senior Retail Merchandising Specialist
CF10 2BB Cardiff, Wales
£35000 Annually
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Our client, a dynamic and leading fashion retailer, is seeking a highly creative and analytical Senior Retail Merchandising Specialist to join their team in Cardiff, Wales, UK . This role is key to driving sales and brand presence by developing and implementing effective visual merchandising strategies across the retail portfolio. You will be responsible for creating compelling in-store displays, ensuring product presentation aligns with brand guidelines and seasonal campaigns, and optimising store layouts to enhance customer experience and drive purchasing decisions. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for aesthetics, a strong understanding of retail trends, and proven experience in visual merchandising within a fast-paced retail environment.
Responsibilities include:
The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Design, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field. A minimum of 4 years of experience in visual merchandising, preferably within the fashion or apparel retail sector, is required. Proven ability to interpret brand identity and translate it into effective visual displays is essential. Strong creative flair, excellent spatial awareness, and a good understanding of colour theory and design principles are necessary. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills are required. Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., design tools) is advantageous. This role is based in Cardiff, Wales, UK .
Responsibilities include:
- Develop and execute innovative visual merchandising strategies to maximize product appeal and drive sales.
- Create and maintain visually engaging product displays, window schemes, and store layouts in accordance with brand standards and seasonal themes.
- Plan and implement in-store promotions, product placement strategies, and point-of-sale materials.
- Collaborate with buying, marketing, and store operations teams to ensure merchandising aligns with product availability, promotional activities, and overall brand messaging.
- Conduct regular store visits to assess merchandising effectiveness, identify opportunities for improvement, and provide guidance to store staff.
- Train and mentor store teams on visual merchandising best practices and brand standards.
- Analyse sales data and customer feedback to evaluate the impact of merchandising strategies and make data-driven adjustments.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest retail and visual merchandising trends, competitor activities, and industry best practices.
- Manage the procurement and distribution of merchandising materials and fixtures.
- Ensure all store displays are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness, tidiness, and presentation.
- Contribute to the development of visual merchandising guidelines and toolkits.
The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Design, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field. A minimum of 4 years of experience in visual merchandising, preferably within the fashion or apparel retail sector, is required. Proven ability to interpret brand identity and translate it into effective visual displays is essential. Strong creative flair, excellent spatial awareness, and a good understanding of colour theory and design principles are necessary. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills are required. Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., design tools) is advantageous. This role is based in Cardiff, Wales, UK .
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Senior Retail Merchandising Specialist
SR1 1AA Sunderland, North East
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Our client, a dynamic and forward-thinking retail organization, is seeking a talented Senior Retail Merchandising Specialist to join their team in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, UK . This hybrid role offers a blend of in-store and remote work, providing flexibility while ensuring a strong connection to the retail environment. You will be instrumental in developing and implementing effective merchandising strategies that drive sales, enhance brand presentation, and improve the overall customer shopping experience. Your responsibilities will include analyzing sales data, identifying market trends, and translating insights into compelling visual displays and product assortments. You will work closely with buying, marketing, and store operations teams to ensure cohesive brand execution across all channels. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for aesthetics, a strong understanding of retail principles, and proven experience in merchandising and visual presentation. You should be proficient in using retail analytics tools and have excellent communication and project management skills. This role requires a creative and analytical thinker who can balance commercial objectives with brand integrity. We are looking for an individual who can inspire and guide store teams on merchandising best practices, ensuring consistent execution of brand standards. The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to the fast-paced retail landscape is essential. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the visual appeal and product strategy of our retail spaces and contribute directly to the company's success.
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Required Skills and Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute in-store merchandising plans and visual displays.
- Analyze sales data and market trends to inform product assortment and placement.
- Collaborate with buying and marketing teams to align merchandising with promotional campaigns.
- Ensure consistent brand presentation and visual standards across all retail locations.
- Train and guide store staff on merchandising best practices and execution.
- Manage inventory flow and planograms to optimize product presentation.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of merchandising strategies and make data-driven adjustments.
- Stay updated on competitor activities and industry best practices in visual merchandising.
- Identify opportunities to enhance the customer shopping experience through effective displays.
- Work on both physical store layouts and potentially digital merchandising strategies.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Fashion Merchandising, Business, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in retail merchandising or visual display.
- Strong understanding of retail sales principles and consumer behavior.
- Proficiency in retail analytics tools and data interpretation.
- Excellent visual merchandising and spatial design skills.
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal abilities.
- Proven project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives.
- Creative mindset with a strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a hybrid team.
- Knowledge of current retail trends and visual display techniques.
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