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22.08.2025
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Job Description:
Visual Merchandising Manager working for a global beauty brand.
Location: Ideally based near Glasgow due to the head office, but open to candidates in London/UK who can travel to HQ monthly (expenses covered).
Start date: Beginning of September. Initial 3-month FTC, likely extendable to 6 months.
Role Overview:
Reporting to the Head of Visual Merchandising, the VM Manager manages and implements the global visual merchandising strategy, working with internal and external stakeholders, developing fixture and event designs, and ensuring brand messaging consistency across retail channels. The goal is to deliver innovative retail experiences aligned with brand and business objectives across all physical distribution channels.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage VM execution and store expression per brand guidelines, collaborating on POS materials for all distribution points.
* Create CPAs/schedules; assess and flag risks for VM projects.
* Maintain the VM Master List for all projects, flag risks, and propose solutions.
* Align retailer reset/rebuild updates and promotions with the VM master calendar, ensuring timely delivery.
* Develop VM design briefs based on input from Sales, Marketing, and Retail partners.
* Create planograms and optimize shelf productivity with the Sales team, considering manufacturing and lead times.
* Manage CAPEX and OPEX costs, maintaining budgets and trackers.
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 understanding of VM and manufacturing processes.
* Ability to interpret technical drawings.
* Experience in project management of large-scale projects.
* Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
* Confident in creating and presenting VM proposals to stakeholders.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchup, Cinema4D, AutoCAD, Fusion.
* Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build stakeholder relationships.
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