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VM/Creative Ops Manager - 3-6 month FTC, Swindon, Wiltshire
Client: Salt
Location: Swindon, Wiltshire, 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, 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 global Visual Merchandising strategy by working with internal and external stakeholders, developing fixture and event design, and ensuring brand messaging consistency across retailer channels. Responsible for delivering innovative retail experiences aligned with brand strategy and business goals across all physical distribution channels.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage and maintain all VM execution and store expression according to brand guidelines, collaborating with stakeholders on POS materials for all points of distribution.
* Create CPAs/schedules; assess and flag risks for VM projects.
* Manage and update the VM Master List across all projects; flag risks and propose solutions.
* Align retailer reset/rebuild updates and promotions with the VM master calendar, ensuring timely delivery.
* Create VM design briefs based on input from Sales, Marketing, and Retail partners.
* Create planograms and optimize shelf productivity with knowledge of POS manufacturing, materials, and lead times.
* Raise POs, track, and file CAPEX and OPEX costs, maintaining the VM budget and tracker.
Role Requirements:
* At least 5 years experience in Visual Merchandising, focused on Beauty and/or FMCG.
* Bachelor's Degree in Design: Architecture, Interior Design, or Visual Merchandising.
* Strong understanding of technical aspects of VM and working with suppliers.
* Ability to read and interpret technical/manufacturing drawings.
* Knowledge of project management principles, capable of managing large, complex projects.
* Excellent time management and organizational skills, able to handle multiple projects.
* Confident in creating and presenting VM presentations to stakeholders, sharing risks and solutions.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and design programs like Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchup, Cinema4D, AutoCAD, Fusion.
* Strong organizational skills, able to prioritize and work under pressure.
* Excellent interpersonal skills, able to develop relationships with stakeholders.
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