About our Client:
Bookworld Ltd is Zambia’s biggest book and stationery company with a nationwide presence, committed to providing high-quality educational materials to schools and institutions across the country.
About the role:
The company is seeking a talented individual to join their team as a Visual Merchandiser who will play a crucial role in enhancing the aesthetic appeal of our stores, creating visually compelling displays, and ensuring an inviting atmosphere for our customers. As a Visual Merchandiser, you will collaborate with the marketing and retail teams to develop and execute visual merchandising strategies that align with our brand image and drive sales.
Key Responsibilities:
Display Design and Execution:
- Create visually appealing and innovative displays for featured products, promotions, and seasonal themes.
- Ensure displays are consistently maintained, organized, and aligned with the brand’s visual standards.
Planogram Implementation:
- Develop and implement planograms to optimize product placement, enhance visibility, and maximize sales opportunities.
- Regularly update planograms to accommodate new merchandise and reflect changes in promotional strategies.
Store Layout Optimization:
- Collaborate with store management to optimize store layouts for improved traffic flow and customer engagement.
- Recommend adjustments to shelving, signage, and display areas to enhance the overall shopping experience.
Collaboration with Marketing Team:
- Work closely with the marketing team to integrate promotional campaigns into visual merchandising strategies.
- Ensure that promotional materials and messaging are effectively incorporated into displays.
Inventory Management:
- Monitor inventory levels of display materials and props, ensuring adequate supplies are available.
- Coordinate with the purchasing department to procure necessary visual merchandising materials.
Training and Communication:
- Train store staff on visual merchandising standards and guidelines.
- Communicate changes in visual merchandising strategies and guide to ensure consistency across all stores.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree (preferable but if there is sufficient experience it can be overlooked)
- Minimum of 2-5 years of relevant experience in visual merchandising.
- Proven experience as a Visual Merchandiser, preferably in the retail industry.
- Strong creative and artistic skills with an eye for detail.
- Knowledge of current industry trends and a passion for books and stationery.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proficient in using design software and tools.
Compensation:
The incumbent will receive a competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Please send your CV to careers@talenthousepeople.com before the 13th of March, 2024.
