To uphold and express the Chanel brand identity across all South African retail environments through exceptional visual merchandising and shopfit execution.
\n\tThe Visual & Shopfit Specialist ensures that every boutique, counter, and travel retail space reflects the spirit of Chanel \u2014 refined, consistent, and inspiring \u2014 while delivering operational excellence and collaboration across local and global teams.<\/p>\n
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES<\/p>\n
New Counter & SAB Launches (South Africa & Travel Retail)<\/p>\n
\tDevelop detailed project briefs for all new counters and SABs.
\n\tCoordinate project timelines, installations, and refits between UK and local design teams, project management partner and shopfitters.
\n\tCoordinate layouts and bespoke designs with the UK VM and Display teams.
\n\tManage timely availability and installation of merchandising elements.
\n\tManage snag corrections with shopfitters to maintain standards of excellence.<\/p>\n
On-Site Merchandising & Execution<\/p>\n
\tEnsure each retail space fully represents the CHANEL aesthetic and brand codes upholding global merchandising guidelines across all South African counters.
\n\tDeliver consistency in POS hotspots, tester stands, TGPs, SED, TGS, and product layout across all SAB\u2019s and retail doors.
\n\tEnsure all elements required for visual changes are implemented on time.
\n\tFragrance – Execute fragrance bay layouts to ensure the Chanel identity and merchandising is consistent across all markets.
\n\tMakeup – Execute MED layouts for MED wall and table units.
\n\tSkincare – Execute skincare bay layouts show casing new products using IWD Displaya
\n\tCoordinate with the Global team for the POS screen planning such that the programming aligns to the campaign launch dates using Chanel-Channel.<\/p>\n
Bespoke Merchandising Projects<\/p>\n
\tPartner with the UK VM Design team to develop and execute bespoke merchandising elements.
\n\tImplement POS and visual assets in line with campaign deadlines and marketing priorities.
\n\tEnsure all design solutions reflect CHANEL\u2019s visual language and craftsmanship.<\/p>\n
Campaign & On Counter store change over management<\/p>\n
\tTranslate the global marketing calendar into local merchandising actions.
\n\tManage lightboxes, tester stands, hot spots and counter elements to showcase updates in collaboration with marketing and display teams.
\n\tCoordinate digital screen content via CHANEL-Channel to align with campaign timelines.<\/p>\n
Forecasting & Production Planning<\/p>\n
\tPartner with the marketing manager and UK design team to forecast yearly merchandising needs.
\n\tTrack and manage stock levels of visual elements, triggering reorders when required.
\n\tOversee the production and briefing of locally sourced elements to meet brand standards and timelines.<\/p>\n
Communication & Collaboration<\/p>\n
\tCommunicate merchandising plans, updates, and layouts to VM, marketing, and retail field teams.
\n\tMaintain open communication with regional managers to address and resolve in-store issues.
\n\tSupport regional teams with visual merchandising guidance and best practices.<\/p>\n
Reporting & Governance<\/p>\n
\tProvide regular updates to the General Manager and UK VM team on all active projects and maintenance schedule.
\n\tMaintain professional liaison with UK teams, suppliers, and shopfitters.<\/p>\n
Submit the following on schedule:<\/p>\n
\tMonthly detailed visual feedback and maintenance report.
\n\tMonthly action plan\/journey planner by the 20th of each month.
\n\tMaintenance summary for bi-weekly Brand Core meetings.
\n\tQuarterly visual changeovers and planograms for Cycle Meetings.
\n\tAccurate store visit logs and supporting documentation.
\n\tMaintain VM Asset log.
\n\tMaintain safe keeping of VM assets ensuring best practice and cost-effective storage.<\/p>\n
Store Maintenance<\/p>\n
\tMaintain and track all maintenance issues, ensuring resolution within 30 days.
\n\tManage supplier relationships to ensure quality workmanship and competitive pricing.
\n\tProvide monthly updates to RDMs and counter teams.<\/p>\n
Eventing & Activations<\/p>\n
\tLead design, setup, and breakdown of all CHANEL events and activations.
\n\tOversee execution in standalone boutiques, wholesale counters, external activations, and conferences.
\n\tEnsure best practice, cost control, and brand alignment in all visual eventing activities.<\/p>\n
Budget Management & Administration<\/p>\n
\tFull accountability for Visual Merchandising and Shopfit-related GL codes under A&P.
\n\tConduct monthly reconciliations and report to the Marketing Manager by the 15th.
\n\tManage PO requisitions, supplier payments, and CAPEX budgets for new counters and SABs.<\/p>\n
Visual Merchandising Asset Management<\/p>\n
\tMaintain and update the VM asset log, ensuring accurate tracking.
\n\tOversee the safe keeping and cost-efficient storage of all VM assets.<\/p>\n
Trade & Field Presence<\/p>\n
\tMaintain close awareness of counter presentations across all regions.
\n\tConduct in-person visits to Johannesburg and Pretoria weekly.
\n\tReceive photographic feedback from Cape Town and KZN bi-weekly.
\n\tVisit Cape Town every 8 weeks and KZN every 12 weeks.<\/p>\n
PROFILE & COMPETENCIES<\/p>\n
\tAt least 4 years of experience in a similar role
\n\tDeep understanding of luxury retail and brand aesthetics
\n\tExceptional project management and organisational skills
\n\tCollaborative, solution-driven, and detail-oriented
\n\tEffective communication and cross-functional coordination skills
\n\tAbility to balance creativity with disciplined execution
\n\tAbility to understand technical plans
\n\tCommercial awareness and budget management
\n\tAttention to detail
\n\tOwn transport and driver\u2019s licence
\n\tPassport and ability to travel abroad
\n\tComputer literacy, proficient in below computer programs:
\n\tMicrosoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams
\n\tAdobe Photoshop
\n\tIllustrator
\n\tInDesign
\n\tSketchup
\n\tAutoCAD<\/p>\n
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