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We’re a much-loved brand with an exciting future. Our Islanders are a diverse bunch of bright, talented people who love working together – and are proud of the work they do. Progression here can take you in all kinds of directions.
This is what a career at River Island is like. And this is where yours starts.
Department: Retail Management
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Glasgow Silverburn
Workplace type: Onsite
What We Are Looking For...
The VM Specialist role will implement company layout and visual merchandising standards across all divisions in line with the River Island brand identity. To maintain displays and dressings in both windows and internally. Utilize reports, knowledge of fashion trends, store profile, and company tools to make commercial decisions.
* Implement and maintain company layouts and visual merchandising to ensure windows and internal displays align with the River Island brand identity.
* Support Management in communicating and launching company initiatives and trials.
* Work with the Management team to implement layouts, front zones, visual merchandising, planograms, ways to wear, POS, and signage.
* Maintain windows and internal product displays.
* Conduct daily walkthroughs, identifying areas needing VM attention.
* Stay ahead with new ways to wear, fashion trends, and monitor competitor activity.
* Communicate clearly and concisely with Management, Market Leader, and Visual Merchandising Business Partner on ideas, workload, and priorities.
* Ensure a safe working environment by complying with all Health and Safety legislation and River Island procedures.
* Achieve and drive results, meet deadlines, and prioritize effectively.
* Previous experience in a similar retail environment with a passion for visual merchandising.
* Experience in product handling and visual display.
* Strong commercial awareness.
* Confident communication at all levels within the business.
* Ability to work well under pressure and embrace challenges.
* Energetic and enthusiastic attitude.
* Team player.
* Strong organizational skills.
* Loves RI as much as we do!
This Is For You...
* Discount - Generous 50% staff discount & uniform allowance.
* RI Rewards - Benefits including discounts, financial advice, wellbeing solutions, and a bonus scheme.
* Island culture - Supportive initiatives like Kindness Cupboards and collaboration with the Retail Trust.
* Family Hub - Support for various family setups, including enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and fertility treatments.
* Giver Island - Give as you earn scheme, a dedicated 'Giver Island' day, and matched funding.
* Opportunities - Focus on progression and upskilling through training and qualifications.
* Pension - Contributory private pension scheme.
* Holiday - 28 days (UK) and 30 days (ROI) paid holiday, including Bank Holidays, with option to buy additional holiday.
Keeping You Safe...
At River Island, we are committed to safeguarding all employees, regardless of age or role. We uphold the Prevent duty to stop extremism and promote British Values such as democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect.
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