Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Company: Bitrecruit Client / Employer: Occupop
Job reference: eb65ff7779f535f8fcb86460380609a1
Posted: 20.05.2026
Role Overview
This very rewarding role involves merchandising according to seasonal themes. The role will involve working on your own initiative, continuously looking for alternative ways of creating an effect/atmosphere in the store, which will help our customers to make that purchasing decision through your displays.
Visual Standards & Showroom Presentation
* Carry out daily showroom walks to ensure the furniture floor is clean, styled, and presented to brand standards.
* Ensure all planograms, room sets, and zoning layouts are accurate, current, and visually impactful.
* Maintain strong lifestyle room settings that inspire customers and clearly demonstrate product use, scale, and functionality.
* Identify and report maintenance or display issues, including damaged furniture, fixtures, lighting, or signage, to maintain a premium showroom environment.
Floor Planning & Space Management
* Work closely with the Area VM to plan the floor for incoming furniture stock, ensuring logical placement which adheres to store planning guidelines and optimal use of space.
* Take a proactive role in forward planning major showroom moves and seasonal changes, ensuring seasonal vitality is front and centre for the customer.
* Plan and execute large‑scale furniture moves in home store, ensuring all changes are executed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
* Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines in all areas of work.
Commercial Awareness & Product Performance
* Monitor slow‑moving furniture and accessory lines, identifying opportunities to refresh layouts, adjust room settings, or reposition products to improve sell‑through.
* Provide regular feedback to the Area VM and Store Manager on what is working visually and commercially in the showroom.
* Balance aesthetic presentation with commercial priorities, ensuring best sellers, key ranges, and promotional items are effectively showcased.
Collaboration & Communication
* Attend and contribute to weekly or bi‑weekly VM meetings with the Area VM, aligning on standards, priorities, and upcoming ranges/seasonal launches.
* Work collaboratively with the Store Manager and wider store team to maintain consistent visual execution, over weekends and annual leave.
* Clearly communicate VM plans and expectations to the team, particularly during major floor changes or new range launches.
Stock, Assets & Transfers
* Regularly check and report damaged or worn display furniture to company technicians, ensuring issues are logged and actioned promptly.
* Create and manage stock transfers as required, supporting effective stock flow across the business.
* Ensure display stock, props, and accessories are correctly used, maintained, and stored.
* Ensure product pricing is accurate and clearly displayed across the showroom; support with accessory pricing when required.
Skills and Qualifications
* Furniture/retail experience an advantage.
* Floor display experience essential.
* Previous achievement of creative displays an advantage.
* Strong organisational and excellent communication skills necessary to help our retail team work with your innovation.
* Team player, hardworking and conscientious with strong motivational skills.
Benefits
* Up to 23 days holidays
* Fun, fast‑paced & high‑energy work environment
* Culture of developing and promoting from within the company
* Bonus Scheme
* Educational Support Scheme
* Free Employee Assistance Programme
* Wellbeing initiatives such as Bike to Work scheme
* Career Development Opportunities
* Continuous professional development with dedicated training resources
In compliance with the EU Pay Transparency Directive, the salary range for this role will be shared with all candidates invited to the interview stage.
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