Visual Merchandiser (m/w/d)

Position

“Whoever you are, whatever the purpose of your visit, I will cherish our time together. I will dare to discover who you are and encourage you to be true to yourself. You will trust me as your personal advisor. We will build a genuine relationship over time. Every time you come to Louis Vuitton, you will leave feeling enriched!”

 

As a Visual Merchandiser, you will be an ambassador of the Brand and ensure the consistency, quality and sophistication of the visual merchandising implementation on all product categories. You will support the business strategy and contribute to enhancing the Client experience in store.

Job responsibilities

Windows

• Support the window installation together with the Visual Merchandising Manager, the Instore VM Team and the window contractor
• Manage the window product change for every rotation

 

Interior Merchandising Implementation

• Planning, preparation, and execution of regular store rotations, as well as the creation and coordination of zonings in close collaboration with the Universe Managers, making sure the central guidelines are well executed.
• Continuous review and alignment of visual standards with the VM Manager to ensure the highest quality standards.
• Careful product maintenance: This includes preparing the products, correctly booking them into the appropriate "buckets" (database), and implementing new products according to guideline specifications.
• Share qualitative and photographic feedback, after each rotation with the Country Visual Merchandiser, the EMEA VM Team and the Instore Team.
• Be the ambassador and role model in store for visual merchandising, demonstrating an active genuine passion and strong enthusiasm and share this with the Instore Team
• Master knowledge of all product categories by regular cooperation with the Universe and Team Managers and Experts
• Act as a proactive force in developing the business, leveraging visual merchandising as a way to drive sales

 

Interactions with the Team, Preparation of Store Zoning and Events

• Collaborate with the Instore Team and FVM on business events (sales trends, new launches, new collections) and visual merchandising topics (permanent and seasonal visual merchandising guidelines) regularly based on current figures and VM guidelines
• Implement the store zonings for each product category in close collaboration with the Management Team, propose alternative products in case of product shortage and validate the zoning with the VM Manager.
• Efficient implementation of visual merchandising concepts for in-store events, when necessary also during night shifts.
• Share new zonings, arrangements, launches or implementations with the Instore Team during the morning briefings
• Proactive discussion of the planned rotation with the responsible team member, including organization of support and preparation.

 

Day to Day Visual Merchandising Maintenance Checks

• Ensure products are displayed according to Louis Vuitton standards and current guidelines
• Check store maintenance and environment to maintain luxury retail standards, ensuring lighting, windows, props and furniture are in excellent condition
• Support the VM Manager by reordering props, lightning and visual merchandising tools where necessary

 

General

• Perform as a team-player, participate in all activities contributing to the overall objectives of the store
• Develop the highest Brand and product knowledge
• Respect Louis Vuitton Brand standards in terms of grooming and behavior
• Follow the company’s policies and procedures

Profile

What is important for the role:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in Visual Merchandising
• Effective communication and negotiation skills
• Capable of expressing thoughts and ideas with clarity and executing them effectively
• Accessible and proficient at collaborating with different teams
• Capable of managing several tasks simultaneously with proficiency and possesses robust skills in prioritizing.
• Talented at operating independently of Visual Merchandising Guidelines and able to thrive when given constructive feedback.
• Strong interest in current and future design trends