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VM/Creative Ops Manager - 3-6 month FTC, Southampton
Client: Salt
Location: Southampton, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views:
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Posted:
22.08.2025
Expiry Date:
06.10.2025
Job Description:
Visual Merchandising Manager working for a global Beauty brand.
Location: Ideally based near Glasgow due to the head office; however, the client is open to candidates in London/UK who are willing to travel to HQ once a month, with expenses covered.
Start date: Beginning of September, 3-month FTC, likely to extend to 6 months.
Role Overview:
Reporting to the Head of Visual Merchandising, the VM Manager manages and supports the delivery of the global Visual Merchandising strategy, working with internal and external stakeholders, developing fixture and event designs, and ensuring brand message consistency across all retail channels. The goal is to create innovative retail experiences aligned with brand and business objectives across all physical distribution points.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Manage and execute Visual Merchandising and store expressions according to brand guidelines, collaborating with stakeholders on POS materials for all distribution points.
2. Create CPAs/schedules; identify and communicate risks for VM projects.
3. Maintain the VM Master List for all projects; flag risks and suggest solutions.
4. Coordinate retailer reset/rebuild updates and promotions with the VM master calendar to ensure timely delivery.
5. Develop Visual Merchandising design briefs based on inputs from Sales, Marketing, and Retail partners.
6. Create planograms, optimize shelf productivity, and understand POS manufacturing, materials, and lead times.
7. Raise POs, track and file CAPEX/OPEX costs, and manage the VM budget and tracker.
Role Requirements:
1. Minimum 5 years experience in Visual Merchandising, preferably in Beauty or FMCG.
2. Bachelor's Degree in Design, Architecture, Interior Design, or Visual Merchandising.
3. Strong understanding of technical aspects of VM, manufacturing, and supplier collaboration.
4. Ability to interpret technical and manufacturing drawings.
5. Knowledge of project management principles for large-scale projects.
6. Excellent organizational and time management skills, capable of managing multiple projects.
7. Proficiency in creating and presenting VM concepts to stakeholders, sharing risks and solutions.
8. Proficient in Microsoft Office and design software including Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchup, Cinema4D, AutoCAD, Fusion.
9. Strong interpersonal skills, team-oriented, and capable of building stakeholder relationships.
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