In Store Visual Merchandiser, Womenswear - Bournemouth, Camberley & Hedge End

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  • Leicester
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
Job Description:We are looking for an In-Store Visual Merchandiser to join our VM Field Team based in and responsible for the following stores:BOURNEMOUTH, CAMBERLEY & HEDGE END (SOUTHAMPTON) - WOMENSWEARAs an In-Store Visual Merchandiser you will be responsible for creating and maintaining a visually inspiring shopping environment for the NEXT customer focusing specifically on WOMENSWEAR. You will implement Head Office VM Guidelines to a high level, supporting & developing store teams along the way.We are looking for someone with a creative eye and the ability to adapt layout guidelines to individual store needs and differing stock packages, whilst maintaining company standards.About the role:Managing Store Layouts
  • To deliver the best visual merchandising standards at all times, within your designated stores.
  • Adapting the layouts to suit individual store's layouts and stock package.
  • Ensure fixtures / layouts & customer navigation are maintained.
  • Analyse space management and best sellers to support layout decisions.
  • Planning & communicating phase changes onto store planograms.
  • Supporting phase change shifts in your designated stores.
  • Ensuring all marketing, graphics & props are correct and relevant.
Stock Management
  • Supporting store compliance reports. Daily New Lines, Range Plans etc
  • Ensuring stock rotation and replenishment to maximise sales.
  • To maintain a safe working environment for customers and colleagues by complying to store H&S guidelines.
Communication
  • Working alongside & forging good working relationships with the in-store staff & managers.
  • Agreeing priorities on a regular basis with Regional Lead and store manager.
  • Feeding back phase / stock issues to line managers and the mock shop teams.
  • Working in conjunction with the in store display team.
  • Controlling, managing and ordering marketing items where necessary.
  • Attend Head Office monthly for phase change updates to be communicated.
About you:Essential Criteria
  • To have a genuine flare and interest in visual merchandising, with a proven track record.
  • The ability to provide excellent service to both customers and colleagues.
  • A personal drive, motivation and resilience.
  • Good analytical, planning and time management skills.
  • Ability to learn quickly and react in fast moving environments.
  • Be able to prioritise and work to tight deadlines.
  • The ability to work on your own initiative, independently or as part of a group.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Can perform general manual handling duties and tasks, including lifting, carrying, using ladders etc
  • Hold a full UK driving licence.
  • Ability to travel to other stores / locations where required.
Additional info:
  • Full time permanent position, 36 hours per week (Mon - Fri)
  • Week days split between designated store locations
About Us: You know Next, but did you know we're a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We're the UK's 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we're the market leader. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it's now possible to buy on-line from over 70 countries around the world! So we've gone global!About the Team:
  • ​25% off a huge selection of Next, Lipsy & Victoria's Secret products
  • Company performance based bonus
  • Sharesave scheme
  • On-site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas
  • 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
  • Early VIP access to sale stock
  • Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
  • Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
  • Access a 24/7 digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services
  • Free on-site parking
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email headoffice_careers@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.

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