TFG (The Foschini Group)

Visual Merchandise Specialist - Exact

TFG (The Foschini Group)  •  Western Cape, ZA (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

  • Ensure all buying strategies are interpreted into workable layout solutions & ensure stores are easy to shop and in line with seasonal merchandise strategy 
  • To workshop/communicate all merchandise principles nationally to ensure successful implementation 
  • Visual Presentations delivered, verbal and written communication (manuals, mailers etc) meets company standards 
  • Mock-ups - communicate and facilitate any communication and set up processes required to get relevant sign off for various projects 
  • Sign off all relevant sizes, substrates and quantities with the creative & design manager & ensure that stores receive the correct elements/quantities 
  • Follow-up on all relevant parties to ensure that critical deadlines are met to ensure delivery into store 
  • Ensure that all creative briefs are executed timeously within a critical path to ensure delivery into store 
  • Ensure that all print material is quoted for and signed off within the critical path to ensure effective budget use 
  • Trend monitoring - Stay on top of retail, design and AI trends to keep concepts fresh and relevant
  • Analytics – Drive sales through data informed visual storytelling, leveraging AI and clear cross team communication on impactful in-store execution
  • Matric / Grade 12 (essential)

  • Minimum 1 year of Visual Merchandising experience (essential)

  • 2–3 years of in-store Fashion Retail experience (advantageous)

  • Field/Roaming visual experience (preferred)

  • A qualification in Fashion, Marketing, Retail Management or Business (advantageous)

Skills:

  • Strong planning & organisational skills

  • Excellent communication in English

  • Ability to persuade & influence

  • Solid business acumen

  • Computer literacy (Outlook & Microsoft Office)

Behaviors:

  • Communicates Effectively - conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner

  • Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets

  • Organizational savvy - understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people

  • Business Insight - applies market and business insights in order to drive organisational objectives

  • Drives Results - sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results

  • Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems

  • Nimble learning - quickly adapts and acquires new knowledge, skills, and competencies in a rapidly changing environment

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We’re a purpose-led business, and on this team, you’ll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.

We’re the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.

Are you with us?

TFG (The Foschini Group)

About TFG (The Foschini Group)

TFG holds a diversified portfolio of speciality retail assets across various product categories and consumer segments. The Group has a portfolio of 35 leading retail brands, with over 4600 outlets in 23 countries on five continents, offering customers a variety of speciality products including fashion apparel, jewellery, cosmetics, sporting apparel, electronics, homeware and furniture.

TFG has the largest speciality fashion and lifestyle retail footprint in South Africa and a growing presence in the UK and Australia.

With its vision to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for its customers, TFG has launched Bash, a lifestyle e-commerce offering, where the Group’s sought-after retail brands and loyal customers come together seamlessly in one virtual platform.

Visit us at www.tfglimited.co.za

Industry
Retail & Ecommerce
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Cape Town, ZA
Year Founded
Unknown
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