Job Description

ABOUT US:

With a diversified portfolio of leading sports and over 500 stores globally, inspiring, and empowering active lifestyles is at the core of what we do. Our portfolio in Asia features both home-grown concepts as well as international powerhouse brands such as RSH, Sun & Sand Sports, Nike, Columbia, Vans, Timberland and more. By providing authentic, high-quality sports gear, we inspire and empower our community to live healthy and active lifestyles.

In light of our tremendous growth, we are on the lookout for vibrant, innovative, and open-minded individuals to join our rapidly growing team! Become a part of our diverse and driven workforce, where you can cultivate your creativity and contribute to pioneering initiatives in an inclusive, equal opportunity setting!

About the role:

The Area Visual Merchandiser (East Malaysia) is responsible for managing the Visual Merchandising of the stores to deliver effective and commercial visual standards, including store layouts and window displays, thereby contributing to the achievement of the brand sales targets.

Reporting to the Senior Visual Merchandising Manager, you will be responsible for:

Visual Standards

• Implementation and Execution of mannequin styling according to VP directives and current trends to show innovation, detailing and style

• Execution of new seasonal VP directives and guidelines - ability to effectively interpret guidelines to store requirements and implement seasonal updates effectively, efficiently and in line with vision

• Wall and table Visual displays to show innovation and creativity in line with visual concepts

• Product knowledge on key investments, best sellers and seasonal key looks

• POP and Mannequin management, including base identification understanding, storage, returns, requests and care pre-and post-campaigns

• Implement all Visual processes and procedures to deliver best practice across all stores in the area of responsibility

• Making VM decisions on business acumen/ performance of best sellers/ departments

• Contribute to photo reports and work with other AVM\'s to create presentation reports and keep visual records all VM updates and campaigns

Support Marketing initiatives

• Review delivery of visual activities against schedules

• Implementation of seasonal marketing updates including wardrobe images and benefit signs.

• Provide line manager and local suppliers (where relevant) with feedback on the quality/content of the visual material Manage marketing cart, VM costs and props.

• Execute campaigns/events etc. with and work alongside agencies to ensure best practice and correct implementation of campaigns using experience and knowledge.

In order to succeed in the role, you should ideally have:

• Diploma or degree in Visual Merchandising, Retail Management, or a related field.

• Be willing to work and based out of East Malaysia (Sabah/Sarawak)

• Proven experience in visual merchandising, preferably in a retail or fashion setting.

• Strong understanding of design principles, colour theory, and spatial arrangements.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• Knowledge of retail operations and customer behaviour.

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