4 Visual Merchandising jobs in South Africa

Key Responsibilities
JOB DESCRIPTION

• Integrate strategic, seasonal, and industry changes into in-store execution, ensuring alignment with company and merchandise strategies.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (including BDA, Marketing, Operations, and Merchandising) to drive execution of product strategies in stores.
• Lead the in-store visual creative design function, providing direction and integrating changes into the visual merchandising framework.
• Own and manage the end-to-end store design process, from concept development to execution, in partnership with external design agencies.
• Drive the evolution of store concepts, ensuring alignment with store tiering and spatial requirements for both new and revamped locations.
• Partner with international brands to deliver cohesive in-store visual merchandising solutions that align with both brand and business objectives.
• Manage brand rebate processes and budgets, ensuring transparency and alignment with stakeholders.
• Interpret new brand and product creative direction to conceptualize and implement in-store fixtures, fittings, and space planning solutions.
• Collaborate with sourcing teams to ensure fixtures and fittings meet budget and specification requirements.
• Lead the field visual merchandising team, authoring visual guidelines for long-term, seasonal, and campaign-specific initiatives.
• Align visual merchandising solutions with merchandise teams and ensure timely communication to field and store teams.
• Organize and lead visual merchandising launches and workshops to ensure consistent execution and brand standards across all locations.

Qualifications And Experience

• Degree in Visual Merchandising, Retail Management, Interior Design, Marketing advantageous
• 10+ Years of Experience in visual merchandising or related fields, with a proven track record in a managerial or leadership role with proven VM Strategy and budget management experience
• Experience Leading Multi-Store Rollouts and Strategic VM Initiatives: Previous involvement in managing VM strategies across multiple locations or regions, and leading initiatives that directly impact brand presentation and customer engagement
• Cross-Functional Experience: Working closely with marketing, product development, and retail operations teams to create cohesive VM strategies that align with broader business goals.

Skills

• Strong Operational skills, with expertise in Negotiation (i.e. Brand funding), Relationship Management, and Influencing key stakeholders.
• Ability to manage projects at all levels from large scale multi-departmental and extensive budgets to small-scale projects.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, effectively co ordinating and leading teams (direct and indirect teams)
• A creative mindset, with the ability to interpret trends in visual merchandising, as well as an analytical and conceptual approach to problem-solving

Behaviours

• Being Resilient - rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
• Building Effective Teams - forms, develops and leads a group of individuals toward the achievement of a common team objective
• Builds Networks - establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships
• Cultivates Innovation - creates an environment that fosters and nurtures a culture of creativity which drives success
• Decision Quality - consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions
• Drives Engagement - inspires, motivates and empowers individuals to go above and beyond for the benefit of the team and the organisation
• Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• organisational Savvy - understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people
• Situational Adaptability - effectively adjusts their behaviour, approach, and decision-making based on the situation
• Strategic Mindset - thinks and plans strategically, focusing on the long-term goals and objectives of the organisation

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

About The Team
At Sportscene, you'll be part of a brand that shapes the streetwear culture in South Africa. Work with only the best of
global and local brands
and be at the forefront of trend, innovation, and youth fashion. This is more than just a job—it's an opportunity to make your mark in a culture

Main Purpose

The Regional Visual Merchandising Manager reports to the Head of Retail and is accountable for the effective interpretation and the timely implementation of windows, promotions and all store interiors being merchandised in line with the visual merchandising direction, brand standards and individual store profiles. The position is responsible for the supervision and development of the Visual Merchandising Team. The role encompasses all aspects of Visual Merchandising relating to Man, Woman, Children, Homeware and related Accessories in stores.

Key Responsibilities,

• Working with Country Road Group stores and Regional Manager in identifying operational opportunities to increase sales and reduce costs, formulating and implementing action plans
• Working with Country Road Group stores to ensure all windows, promotions and interior creatives are dressed to brand standards and according to VM documents
• Give guidance and training to ensure the successful implementation of launches
• Ensure the awareness and consistency of the brand within chain store image
• Managing Instore VM team members
• Visual Merchandising is achieved in line with planned store layouts and policies
• Merchandising in line with business direction

Key Competencies

• 5-6 years Senior VM Management experience within Clothing
• Extensive VM experience both strategically and hands on perspective
• Extensive experience in Merchandising
• Experience in coaching and developing visual teams
• Strong retail knowledge and experience in a comparable role
• The ability to analyse business and an understanding of the role merchandising plays in creating a successful retail business
• Attention to detail
• The ability to interpret Country Road Group VM direction and adapt the standards to meet store profile
• Business Acumen
• Good communication (verbal and written)
• Visual technical skills
• Management and leadership skills
• Planning and organising ability
• Good interpersonal skill
• Persuasive and influencing skills
• Working unsociable hours and away from home
• Successful candidate needs drivers license and able to travel

If you are interested in the above position, please email your CV to stating clearly the position you are applying for.

CAD Draftsman Retail Shopfitting & Joinery Design

Join a Global Leader in Retail Interior Architecture, Fully Remote, UK Hours

Remote (Preferably Cape Town) | R400,000 - R600,000 per annum (negotiable based on experience) | UK Working Hours (10am- 6pm) | Leave: 19 days annual leave + UK public holidays

About Our Client

Our client is a leading UK-based interior architecture firm with a strong global reputation for high-end retail design and shopfitting solutions. With a focus on quality craftsmanship and innovation, the company works with some of the most recognised retail brands internationally. Their remote-friendly culture and investment in cutting-edge software make them an ideal environment for skilled professionals looking to grow their careers in joinery and technical design.

The Role: CAD Draftsman Retail Shopfitting & Joinery Design

We're seeking a mid-to-senior level CAD Draftsman to deliver production-ready drawing packs for bespoke shopfitting projects. You'll play a key role in translating design concepts into technical drawings optimised for CNC cutting and manufacturing. Working closely with the UK-based design team, you'll ensure every project meets ETS standards and UK manufacturing specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Minimum 3 years of experience producing CAD drawings in a retail, shopfitting, or joinery design environment.
• Create comprehensive Autodesk Inventor 2024 drawing packs using ETS templates.
• Generate accurate AutoCAD 2024 DXFs for CNC routing, including clearly labelled materials, rebates, and cut paths.
• Prepare IGES files for complex components, including joinery units and laser-cut tubes.
• Produce flat patterns and laser-ready drawings for metal components with precise tolerancing.
• Maintain full compliance with UK manufacturing and documentation standards.
• Collaborate with the UK-based team to ensure all files are editable and accessible for final manufacturing and fit-out stages.

About You

• 3-7 years of experience in CAD drafting for retail interiors, joinery, or shopfitting.
• Proficient in Autodesk Inventor 2024 and Autodesk AutoCAD 2024.
• Deep understanding of joinery construction, CNC cutting paths, and manufacturing processes for wood and metal.
• Familiarity with UK shopfitting standards and technical documentation.
• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, Architectural Technology, or related field.
• Meticulous attention to detail with a portfolio that demonstrates technical skill and experience in retail fixtures or shopfitting.
• Strong communicator, comfortable working independently and collaboratively with remote teams.