Visual Merchandising Assistant

About the role

Timberland is looking for a Visual Merchandising Assistant in Gauteng to oversee the presentation of its apparel brand across outlet and highstreet stores. The role covers daily store visits, window and in-store display standards, VM training and supporting area sales targets.

Key responsibilities

• Produce presentation initiatives for Point-of-Sale, Shop-in-Shop, windows and promotion areas in line with Global Guidelines for outlets and highstreet concepts.
• Monitor and report retail stock levels, product availability and space conditions to the Retail Operations manager and VM Manager.
• Manage and maintain outlet and highstreet spaces through regular store visits, using Space Zoning Concepts to maximise sell-through.
• Work with the Visual Merchandising Manager and store team to create floor plans and implement changes that match customer demand and product focus.
• Direct and manage merchandise displays, point of sale and selected store areas to maximise product sell-through.
• Train, develop and mentor store employees on visual merchandising basics using brand and merchandise principles.
• Communicate the company's vision, mission, values and strategy, and follow Global Visual Merchandising direction.
• Develop and analyse reports, including graphics reports for all executions and a VM report for store visits, and complete other assignments and special projects.
• Maintain equipment storage and an up-to-date records and administrative system.
• Ensure stores under your portfolio follow merchandising principles through daily store visits and supervision of visual merchandising plans.

Required profile

• 2+ years of hands-on visual merchandising experience in a similar role within an apparel brand.
• Fluent English; other languages are an advantage.
• Excellent eye for detail, creative hand and ability to communicate key ideas to drive visual standards.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, positive attitude and ability to motivate teams to meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to travel within the Johannesburg region across 12 stores, with occasional travel to Pretoria.
• Driver's licence, reliable car and cell phone are a must.
• Matric/Grade 12; a completed diploma or degree in a relevant field is advantageous.