H&M : Visual Merchandiser Job 2016

H&M : Visual Merchandiser Job 2016

H&M is looking for visual merchandiser who will be responsible for presenting the garments according to the company’s guidelines in order to maximize sales with guidance and direction of Store Manager and management team.

Customer Service

Provide excellent direct and indirect customer service according to H&M standards and meet the 5 basic demands on the selling floor, in the fitting room and at the cash point.

Job Knowledge

• Commercial Handbook (Department Book & Seasonal Book)
• Visual Merchandising Book
• Technical Book
• Sales Tools & Store Information
• Provide the season start information from Sales Organization and prepare the  kickoff with the management team
• Update the Commercial Handbook (Department Book & Seasonal Book) and  Technical Book with the latest refill pages
• Plan and implement all store campaigns and activities together with the store  team
• Ensure consistent garment care throughout the entire store

• Actively work in a commercial way to maximize sales, focusing on:
  Top Priority Products, A-Areas and Basket items as well as ensuring a Red  Thread is clearly demonstrated through the visual presentation
• Ensure that orders for display materials and supplies are placed in a timely  manner
• Responsible for the care and maintenance of display materials
• Keep the visual room clean and organized
• Check the material arriving to the store in a timely fashion, confirming quantities, condition, etc.
• Minimize security and safety risks
• Plan and work with sales and operation goals to drive growth
• Support in-store routines when necessary

Team Player

• Train, coach and give daily feedback on garment presentation to the store staff
• Plan and conduct the Keep It Commercial training together with the  Department Manager
• Provide label and design training for staff and managers
• Inform store team about changes in the presentation of garments

Minimum Candidate Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in a fashion industry specialty preferred
• 2 years of retail visual merchandising experience
• Ability to lift in excess of 10 KG
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, bend, stretch, engage in repetitive  motions, push, pull and carry items (mannequins, clothing, totes, torsos, etc.)  for a short distance
• Ability to climb a ladder and use a step stool

• Strong visual merchandising skills and the ability to drive business through  creativity, fashion consciousness and commerciality
• Knowledge of basic computer skills
• Ability to provide day-to-day visual training and guidance through H&M’s  shared values
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Able to work independently while still working within a team environment
• Must be able to work with hand-and-power operated tools and lift in order to  execute display setups
• Ability to work flexible hours and extended hours at times
• May be required to travel to support other stores