Job Description – Visual Merchandiser
Location: Saudi Arabia
Experience: 7+ Years
Function: Visual Merchandising / Retail
Industry: Fashion & Apparel
Role OverviewLooking for an experienced Visual Merchandiser to lead and execute visual merchandising strategies across stores in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in fashion retail, with exposure to Japanese, Korean, Kosmetic/Beauty or premium Asian retail brands and a strong understanding of international visual merchandising standards.
Key Responsibilities Develop and execute visual merchandising concepts in line with brand guidelines and commercial objectives.
* Plan and implement store windows, mannequins, product displays, layouts and seasonal campaigns*.
* Translate global brand guidelines into effective local store executions.
* Work closely with Retail, Marketing, Brand and Operations teams to ensure consistent brand presentation.
* Plan VM strategies for new store openings, renovations, launches and promotional campaigns.
* Ensure effective product presentation based on customer behavior, sales trends and commercial priorities.
* Conduct regular store visits and VM audits to maintain brand standards.
* Monitor competitor activities and international VM trends, particularly across Asian and global fashion markets.
* Train and guide store teams on visual merchandising standards and execution.
* Coordinate with regional/global VM teams and external vendors where required.
* Analyse store performance and recommend improvements to enhance customer engagement and sales.
Candidate Profile 7+ years of experience in Visual Merchandising within fashion, apparel, beauty, lifestyle or premium retail.
* Strong preference for candidates with Japanese, Korean, Kosmetic/Beauty or Asian retail brand experience.
* Experience working with international brands and following global VM guidelines.
* Strong understanding of fashion retail presentation, customer journey and commercial VM.
* Experience handling multiple stores/regions is preferred.
* Strong communication, presentation and stakeholder-management skills.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural retail environment.
* Willingness to be based in Saudi Arabia*.
* GCC / Middle East retail experience will be an added advantage.
Key Competencies
- * Visual Merchandising Strategy
- Fashion & Retail Presentation
- Store Layout & Product Display
- Window & Mannequin Styling
- Brand Guidelines
- New Store Launches
- Commercial VM
- Trend Analysis
- Team Training & Development
- Stakeholder Management
