Visual Merchandising Assistant Manager

PositionPOSITION: Visual Merchandising Assistant ManagerDEPARTMENT: Visual MerchandisingLOCATION: LondonREPORTS TO: Senior Visual Merchandising ManagerMissionGuarantee accurate, qualitative brand image through all in store visual merchandising activities for the UK and Ireland according to company/corporate guidelines and marketing plansPositionMain ResponsibilitiesPromotions managementDesign, manage and execute locally produced bespoke POSM on counter for all DIOR launches. Manage allocation and budget of all POSM coming from international across all axes. Define action plans and timings for each major project, respecting required timescales and deadlines.

Determine project parameters through an initial brief from the key internal customers – eg marketing, sales team, all relevant areas of distributionEnsure that all projects designs are in line with the international visual guidelines and validated with France and UK marketing team before implementation. Working closely with the Purchasing Team, select the manufacturer offering the best quality = price ratio. Monitor the project pre installation with a good attention to detail. Ensure both project timings and budget are respected. Control and manage the budget for each project ensuring it is in line with the annual spend guidelines.

Update budget trackers and projects list/spec accordingly. Support refits and new launches in store across the UK. ProfilePERSON SPECIFICATIONKey Competencies/Technical SkillsStrong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to understand and defend the brand DNAAbility to manage priorities, and plan aheadResults orientatedCreativity and aesthetic senseAnalytical skillsBudget managementGood negotiation skillsAn excellent communicator and relationship builderKnowledge of all generic software and regular use (powerpoint, excel…)Knowledge of creative tools and softwares:

photoshop, InDesign, sketch up (illustrator occasionally) an advantageProfilePrevious merchandising experience – 5 years minimum in a similar environmentGood knowledge of the cosmetic market (competitors, agencies, retailers…) an advantageCriteria for performance evaluationDefine, execute and report on projects that will help achieve the marketing promotional activity and eventsEnsure the quality of events meets the standards of a luxury brandEfficiencies in understanding and developing the brand and businessAdditional informationAt Parfums Christian Dior, the excellence of our House is based on the alliance between our heritage and our forward-looking values. We are convinced that diversity, within an inclusive and fulfilling work environment, enriches our teams.

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