Visual Merchandising Executive, Hsr

Position Overview:

The role of the Visual Merchandising Executive is to ensure the quality and maintain the consistency of visual merchandising across the Hermes Singapore boutiques . The position requires an ability to merge commercial and aesthetic concerns in the improvement of the boutique's appearance, the elevation of the client's shopping experience, and the development of strategic merchandising plans to further the growth of the boutique. The Visual Merchandising Executive will work strategically with the Visual Merchandising Manager, Store Manager, Communications Team, and Operations Team to execute visual merchandising initiatives to drive and maximize sales potential. The individual will deliver in-store visual merchandising support and training.

Main Responsibilities

1.Visual Merchandising

• Create and Execute VM for all métiers, and creatively create cross-VM opportunities
• For busy trading periods to maintain the general environment of the stores where necessary
• Regularly roll-out seasonal merchandises in stores based on global VM Guidelines
• Implement the highest promotion for all Hermes boutiques by creativity and quality-oriented displays based on global guidelines.
• Work closely and report to Hermes International VM Dept
• Represent and conveys the company values and spirits into the stores
• Integrated working with merchandising team through selective display of products
• Work closely with other departments with the purpose of achieve good results
• Deliver VM Guidelines and perception changes
• Provide VM guidelines and hands on skill to each store through e-mail and on site

2. Training

• Train retail teams on VM guidelines to ensure seamless store operations
• Prepare and update VM training materials to support ongoing team development
• Plans both regular and ad hoc training sessions, incorporating creative approaches for seasonal products and VM standards

3. PLV

• Calculate and order visual tools for new store.
• Suggest being modified the store layout for better atmosphere
• List up PLV, place orders, and monitors delivery
• Consolidate and submits ‘Store opening-VM report (feedback)’ to Int’l VM Dept.
• Check and list-up PLV regularly in terms of shortage, also order and allocate them accordingly.

4. Other duties

• Assist in executing visual merchandising strategies for special events, including seasonal launches, press presentations and promotional activations, etc.
• Management of flower arrangements by store

5. Reporting

• Provide regular reports and in - store photographs to maintain ongoing, regular communication regarding visual merchandising progress, best practices, challenges, or other responses to strategic business needs.
• Regular VM reports, linking VM to performances/Sales and traffic.
• Submission of any VM reports or information as requested by the Region or Paris

Requirements & Capabilities

• Tertiary education in Design or a relevant discipline with at least 3 years of relevant experience in visual merchandising function in the luxury fashion industry
• A strong track record of delivering good results
• Strong design sense and knowledge of materials is an advantage
• Strong organization and communication skills and the ability to work closely with employees at different levels
• Working hours may vary depending on the needs- before/after hours and some weekends
• Attention to detail is essential to the role . A strong creative instinct with the ability to express the style and values of the House is necessary.
• Computer literacy, Microsoft Office skills, presentation skills