{"id":35860,"date":"2026-05-14T10:04:07","date_gmt":"2026-05-14T10:04:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/visual-merchandising-assistant\/"},"modified":"2026-05-14T10:04:46","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T10:04:46","slug":"visual-merchandising-assistant","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/visual-merchandising-assistant\/","title":{"rendered":"Visual Merchandising Assistant"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Key tasks &amp; responsibilities:<\/p>\n<p>\tPresentation to produce initiatives at Point-of-Sale, Shop-in-Shop, windows, promotion areas as aligned with Global Guidelines for both outlet and Highstreet concepts.<br \/>\n\tMonitor and report on retail stock levels, product availability and physical space conditions to both Retail Operations manager &amp; VM Manager.<br \/>\n\tManage and maintain both outlet and highstreet spaces by regular store visits to maximize merchandise sell-through by utilizing Space Zoning Concepts.<br \/>\n\tCollaborate with the Visual Merchandising Manager and Store to assist with creating floor plans and implement changes that are consistent with the stores\u2019 customer demands and product focus.<br \/>\n\tDirect and manage merchandise displays, point of sales and selected areas of the store to maximize product sell-through.<br \/>\n\tTrain, develop and mentor store employees on Visual Merchandise basics using brand, merchandise principles and concepts.<br \/>\n\tCommunicate the Company\u2019s vision, mission, values, and strategy of the brand and adhere to all Global Visual Merchandising direction.<br \/>\n\tDevelop and analyze assigned reports, complete other assignments and special projects as requested for both outlet &amp; 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