Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization:
Drive the development and implementation of visual merchandising (VM) concepts and standards for new store openings (FRS & OR) within Greater China.
Lead C4C initiatives and ensure effective execution of action plans across all channels.
Key Responsibilities:
New Store Openings
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-Support leadership in defining the GCA VM strategy.
-Partner with the Stroe design and Omni-Channel team to translate consumer journey and in-store communication (ISC) materials into actionable retail experiences by developing comprehensive VM guidelines.
-Collaborate with Global and Local teams to create VM plans for pilot store openings, including:
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-Floor plan adjustments
-Department/zone-specific zoning plans
-Product present configurations
-SKU capacity planning
-Manage fixture and display tool procurement.
-Provide on-site VM support for key store openings.
Customer Experience New Initiatives & Ongoing Projects:
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-Local Mannequin (MNQ) and Shop Window/Performance (SPW) updates.
-Footwear (FTW) Mid-Floor Fixtures, Sales Productivity (SP), and OR standards.
-FTW Wall Franchise Callouts and new ISC/OR implementations.
-Pants Bar and SPW/Franchise Callout (FCC) projects.
-Accessories (ACC) Destination presentations.
-Preparations for World Cup 2026 (26WC), including dynamic Football (FB) mannequin posing and ball bin displays.
Key Relationships:
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-Retail Design
-Retail Marketing
-VM Execution
-Sales Ops
-Global Hub Team – Store concept design
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
:
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-Excellent visual merchandising skills
-Excellent leadership and cross functional management skills
-Strong aesthetic and creative sense with a keen eye for design and styling
-Ability to balance aesthetics with business acumen
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills (both English and Mandarin)
-Ability to build and inspire a talented team
-Proven ability to train, develop and retain talent
-Excellent skills in motivating, coaching and engaging teams
-Ability to plan, prioritize and organize
-Works well under pressure
-Proactive with a positive attitude
Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:
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-University degree in visual design, merchandising or equivalent
-Minimum of 10 years progressive work experience in Visual Merchandising
-Minimum 3 years of leadership experience as a VM manager in the Retailing goods industry
-Passion for sports