Manager – Visual Merchandiser

The Manager of Visual Merchandising leads the presentation of retail spaces so that each store reflects brand identity, product priorities and the intended customer experience. The role works across brand teams, buying, marketing and retail operations to develop seasonal concepts, guide implementation and improve visual standards at store level.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with brand principals, buyers, promotions, marketing, procurement and retail operations on visual strategy.
• Develop visual merchandising concepts and standards for assigned business units and seasonal product initiatives.
• Create practical display and flow guides that help stores execute layouts consistently and to a high standard.
• Partner with marketing and store operations to communicate campaigns, product stories and seasonal displays.
• Conduct store visits and audits, provide feedback and agree action plans for visual or operational gaps.
• Plan visual set-ups for new store openings and support remodels, renovations and layout changes.
• Use product, space and customer insight to improve fixture layouts, signage and assortment presentation.
• Coach and develop team members, providing tools and training that support consistent execution.

Requirements and Skills

• Experience in visual merchandising or a related retail role is preferred.
• Strong artistic and creative judgement with an understanding of the retail environment.
• Ability to translate brand standards and commercial priorities into clear store-level execution.
• Good communication, planning and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Comfort with store visits, performance feedback and supporting a team across multiple locations.

Qualifications

Not specified in the available job details. Candidates should also demonstrate the role-related skills listed above and be able to collaborate effectively with colleagues and other stakeholders.

Employment Details

This is a full-time opportunity with Apparel Group. The listed location is Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Daily priorities will depend on operational requirements, team coordination and the standards relevant to the role.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can balance creativity with commercial goals, operational timelines and consistent brand presentation.