In Store Visual Merchandiser

About the role: We are looking for an In-Store Visual Merchandiser to join our VM Field Team, based in and responsible for the following stores: (LONDON) OXFORD STREET & WESTFIELD WHITE CITY - CHILDRENSWEAR As an In-Store Visual Merchandiser you will be responsible for creating and maintaining a visually inspiring shopping environment for the NEXT customer focusing specifically on Childrenswear. You will implement Head Office VM Guidelines to a high level, supporting and developing store teams along the way. We are looking for someone with a creative eye and the ability to adapt layout guidelines to individual store needs and differing stock packages, whilst maintaining company standards. Main Tasks: Managing Store Layouts ● To deliver the best visual merchandising standards at all times, within your designated stores. ● Adapting the layouts to suit individual store layouts and stock package. ● Ensure fixtures / layouts & customer navigation are maintained. ● Analyse space management and best sellers to support layout decisions. ● Planning & communicating phase changes onto store planograms. ● Supporting phase change shifts in your designated stores. ● Ensuring all marketing, graphics & props are correct and relevant. Stock Management ● Supporting store compliance reports. Daily New Lines, Range Plans etc. ● Ensuring stock rotation and replenishment to maximise sales. ● To maintain a safe working environment for customers and colleagues by complying to store guidelines. Communication ● Working alongside & forging good working relationships with the in-store staff & managers. ● Agreeing priorities on a regular basis with the Regional Manager and store manager. ● Feeding back phase / stock issues to line managers and the mock shop teams. ● Working in conjunction with the in store display team. ● Controlling, managing and ordering marketing items where necessary. ● Attend Head Office monthly for phase change updates to be communicated. About you: ● To have a genuine flare and interest in visual merchandising, with a proven track record. ● The ability to provide excellent service to both customers and colleagues. ● A personal drive, motivation and resilience. ● Good analytical, planning and time management skills. ● Ability to learn quickly and react in fast moving environments. ● Be able to prioritise and work to tight deadlines. ● The ability to work on your own initiative, independently or as part of a group. ● Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. ● Can perform general manual handling duties and tasks, including lifting, carrying, using ladders etc ● Ability to travel to other stores / locations where required. #LI-CG1 #LI-Onsite