In-store Visual Merchandiser, adidas Factory Outlet Store, Roermond

Job description

Country: Netherlands
Job Function: Retail (Store)

State / Province: Netherlands
Position Type: Temp

City / Location: Roermond
Brand: adidas

Relocation:

Somewhere, in one of our workshops right now, the future is taking shape. We are constantly working to redefine the way clothing and footwear transforms the pitch, court or course. This is what drives us: the feeling of discovery and the urge to innovate. When we create a product that makes our hearts beat faster, we know we’re onto something.

If this sounds inspiring, you might be one of us: Someone who loves to create the present, as well as shape the future. There’s a reason adidas has been at the forefront of defining sport for more than 60 years: We never stand still. Everyday, we work to improve everything we create.

At adidas, interesting, amazing and inspiring aren’t just ideas. They are what we do every single day.

PURPOSE & IMPACT ON ORGANIZATION:

· Contribute to meeting or exceeding store sales and profit targets by:
· Ensuring the efficient and effective implementation of the WE visual merchandising direction in assigned store.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Communication:

· Cascade information given by WE and Regional VM Manager to Store Manager and Store staff through Training and meetings.
· Participate in team meetings and team huddle to understand needs, delivery of stock and Sales and retail KPI analysis in order to drive sales through VM.
· Give feedback to the Regional VM Manager on Stores’ needs after discussing with Store Manager.
· Building good relationships with key holders.

2. Merchandising Display

· Ensure store complies with WE standards and guidelines to provide a pleasant shopping experience to all consumers.
· Ensure all windows are presented to high standards including mannequins dressing and positioning, lighting direction, cleanliness, steaming and price communication.
· In charge of creating clear Bubble plans to emphasize category presentation.
· Ensure correct use and positioning of In-Store Communication Tools.
· Dress in-store mannequins and place props correctly.
· Apply and maintain Retail Standards.
· Daily audit using adidas VM compliance Checklist.
· Monthly submission on VM Compliance Tool including taking and uploading pictures into the system.
· Correct use of Onsight app
· Update when needed, the Space Management Tool floor plan and fixture allocation based on product presentation movement.
· Weekly analysis of Space Management Results with Store Manager and draft common action plan.
· Create bi-weekly planning based on VM activities and share with Store Manager and Regional VM Manager.

3. In-store VM Training

Train store staff on:

· WE Visual Merchandising standards and guidelines .
· Enhancing consumer journey.

4. VM Reporting

· Keep up-to-date on competitor analysis as well as current and upcoming fashion trends across the store location area.
· Communicate information to Regional VM Manager.
· Identify and order ISC and communicate to Regional VM Manager store needs and fixtures.
· Other duties as requested by Store Manager / Regional VM Manager.

5. Equipment control

· Returns and correctly stores unused equipment including fixtures, mannequins, props & graphic frames.
· Manage fixtures with care to avoid damages.
· Is familiar with health and safety issues.

6. Customer service and operations tasks

· Be a Brand Ambassador, consistently exhibiting the Brand Attitude and Values.
· Minimize loss in both, the stockroom and the sales floor.
· Perform all store operations in a safe, effective and efficient manner.
· Collaborate productively and respectfully with team members.
· Complete all applicable training programs and effectively apply the learning on the job.
· Seek coaching and learning opportunities to continually improve your performance.

AUTHORITIES:

· Not Applicable

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

· Regional VM Manager
· Store Manager
· Store Staff
Store StaffARP
· VM team
· Consumers

KNOWLEDGE, CAPABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:

· A good eye for style, coordination and attention to detail
· Interest in fashion & sports
· Flexibility in working hours and days (f.e. early morning and nightshifts)
· Is able to follow directives but can also work independently
· Good numeracy, literacy, verbal and written communication skills
· Self – motivated and pro-active
· Work as a team
· Effective problem solving abilities
· Good computers skills – Windows (Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

· Fluent in Dutch, verbal and written
· English verbal and written communication skills
· Proven experience in visual merchandising is preferred