Job Description
Area Visual Merchandiser | Retail | Marks & Spencer | QatarLocation: QA Description of Accountability: Regularly reviews and analyses sales figures to identify opportunities to develop and drive sales performance across the store. Demonstrates an ability to maximise the sales opportunity through an understanding the key elements of the customer journey e.g., focal points and sightlines. Ensures the delivery of the visual proposition that supports the activity calendar including deals and offers and seasonal launches. Works with the store management team in identifying opportunities to drive sales through all aspects of Visual Merchandising (VM) e.g., space management, sequential links, product handling, styling, and marketing. Delivers the M&S visual principles consistently to maximize footfall by gaining customer loyalty to the brand. Has a strong awareness of key competitor trends and activity and is able to complete a comprehensive comparative shop Is confident and knowledgeable regarding the seasonal trends for M&S and how they should be interpreted on the sales floor. Ensures all teams are engaged on the principles through workshops and team briefings to enable staff to pick key outfits and sell to customers. Strong understanding of fashion and trends and how to reflect those into visual merchandising elements. Planning and coordination Strong communication and visual presentation skills Can work with and interpret store drawings, layouts, proportionality, and space. Ability to inspire and drive standards in the VM team. Able to communicate clearly and compassionately with the team and other areas of the business. Project Management Skills Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years Visual Management Experience in fashion retail or in a department store environment Relevant qualification in Visual Merchandising, Fine Arts, Architecture, or similar discipline. Must have the ability to create an environment where Al Futtaim behaviours are exhibited at all levels. Customer Focus Individual Accountability Continuous Improvement Personal Leadership * Teamwork
