Visual Merchandising - Space & Display Manager (FMCG / Beauty)

Space Planning & Retail Optimization

• Lead strategic macro space planning initiatives, including store zoning, floor plan development, store layout design, and space reallocation projects.
• Drive micro space management through effective planogram development, fixture planning, bay allocation, and category merchandising strategies.
• Analyze store productivity and customer shopping patterns to optimize retail space utilization and improve commercial performance.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure consistency and excellence in execution across all retail formats.

Range & Display Strategy

• Develop and implement assortment and range optimization strategies to maximize category performance and operational efficiency.
• Align merchandising, display, and space allocation decisions with commercial objectives and customer insights.
• Support product launches, innovation programs, and seasonal campaigns through engaging in-store presentations and educational merchandising solutions.
• Continuously improve merchandising standards, processes, and reporting tools to enable data-driven decision-making.

Customer Experience & Store Innovation

• Translate customer and market insights into innovative retail solutions that enhance navigation, engagement, and overall shopping experience.
• Ensure store formats effectively cater to varying customer segments, including local and tourist shoppers.
• Support omnichannel retail initiatives by integrating physical and digital shopping experiences.
• Champion best-in-class visual merchandising standards that strengthen brand perception and customer satisfaction.

Stakeholder Management & Leadership

• Serve as a key business partner across Commercial, Operations, Design, Construction, Finance, and Supplier teams.
• Influence and engage senior stakeholders to drive alignment on merchandising priorities and strategic initiatives.
• Lead project briefings, workshops, and cross-functional discussions to ensure effective communication and execution.
• Mentor and develop team members while fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Project & Performance Management

• Manage end-to-end execution of store merchandising and space-related projects, including store openings, refits, fixture rollouts, and category refreshes.
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and key performance metrics to ensure successful delivery.
• Evaluate sales performance, space productivity, and merchandising effectiveness to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Drive operational excellence through the refinement of SOPs, governance frameworks, and performance reporting tools.