The Role
Reporting to the Visual Merchandising Lead and working closely with the retail store team, this position is responsible for the execution of Visual Merchandise in line with brand standards and creative direction.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan all floor moves in conjunction with relevant store/department manager to maximise sale opportunities as well as maintaining brand standards
- Ensure that the commercial and visual needs of the business are balanced when implementing merchandising or displays
- Provide support to store teams to by assisting in their training and development needs in relation to visual merchandising.
- Build relationships with key personnel in Myer, DJ's and provide training on VM and Country Road standards where appropriate.
- Strong styling of mannequins in windows and focal areas and top of shelf displays are in line with VM direction at all times.
- Ensure merchandising decisions are related to business results at all times, ensuring a focus on merchandising for profit. Demonstrate ability to work effectively both within a team and autonomously as required.
- Previous experience within a comparable VM role both In-store and apparel based divisions
- Strong attention to detail, communication and time management skills
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to analyse the business and take appropriate action
- Ability to build relationships easily with stakeholders across the business
- Experience in the retail industry, with an acute sense of personal style and presentation
- Ability to build strong relationships with all stakeholders
Why work for us?
- A competitive remuneration package, including incentives
- Seasonal product allowances and generous discounts on all brands products (Country Road, Trenery, Witchery, Mimco and David Jones) for you and your immediate family
- Excellent career progression involving regular training and on the job development
- A genuine, open and high performing culture
- Opportunity to become involved in our Corporate Social Responsibility program, by supporting our community partnerships
About Us
Country Road has grown to become one of the best known and highly regarded clothing and retail brands in Australia and New Zealand. Country Road creates quality lifestyle products across Womenswear, Menswear, Childrenswear, Babywear and Homewares. Renowned for its commitment to style, quality and design, the fashion ranges are a celebration of all that's vibrant and exciting about modern Australian living.