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VM/Creative Ops Manager - 3-6 month FTC, Peterborough
Client: Salt
Location: Peterborough, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 2
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, but open to London/UK-based candidates willing to travel to HQ once a month, with expenses covered.
Start date: Beginning of September, 3-month FTC, likely extendable to 6 months.
Role Overview:
Reporting to the Head of Visual Merchandising, the VM Manager manages and supports the global Visual Merchandising strategy, working with internal and external stakeholders to develop fixture and event designs, ensuring brand message consistency across all retail channels. The goal is to deliver innovative retail experiences aligned with brand and business objectives across all physical distribution points.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage and execute all Visual Merchandising and store expression according to brand guidelines, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver POS materials for all physical points of distribution.
* Create CPAs/schedules, assess risks for VM projects.
* Maintain the VM Master List for all projects, flag risks, and propose solutions.
* Coordinate retailer reset/rebuild updates and promos with the VM master calendar to ensure timely delivery.
* Develop VM design briefs based on inputs from Sales, Marketing, and Retail partners.
* Create planograms and optimize shelf productivity in partnership with Sales, considering POS manufacturing, materials, and lead times.
* Raise POs, track and file CAPEX/OPEX costs, and manage the VM budget.
Role Requirements:
* Minimum 5 years experience in Visual Merchandising, preferably in Beauty or FMCG.
* Bachelor’s Degree in Design, Architecture, Interior Design, or Visual Merchandising.
* Strong technical knowledge of VM and manufacturing processes, including working with external suppliers.
* Ability to interpret technical and manufacturing drawings.
* Understanding of Project Management principles, capable of managing large, complex projects.
* Excellent organizational skills, able to prioritize multiple projects.
* Confident in creating and presenting VM presentations to stakeholders, sharing risks and solutions.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and design software like Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchup, Cinema4D, AutoCAD, Fusion.
* Strong multitasking and workload prioritization skills.
* Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
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