VMD Manager

MAIN PURPOSE Responsible for leading, managing and coordinating all visual merchandising activities in Japan, including all BTQs, Pop-up, Pop-in and events (ex. Gaisho events, Retail Events and Family Sale.

Key Responsibilities

• Window
• Prepare window display guideline appropriately for BTQ members.
• Direct the update window display according to the guideline, including remote direction to the BTQ where is located in local area in Japan.
• Prepare and report the window photo to MD Director and related stakeholders.
• Prepare installation with vendor
• BTQ visit / In store VM Maintenance
• Visit all BTQs as much as possible, also plan and change visual display according to seasonal concept that is localized from HQ to Japan.
• Share the theory and concept of Visual Merchandising guideline to BTQ staff in order to keep BTQs to the view Delvaux's world.
• Prepare and update visual concepts when BTQs , popup events and other events upon inquiry.
• Prepare a whole visual display when some BTQ needs opening / renewal.
• Modify the visual concept and display of BTQ in right timing according to the latest sales contexts.
• VM guideline
• Localize VM guideline in co-operation with MD team.
• Understand the headquarters direction of VM well, also translate and implemented the updated guideline for Japan’s all BTQs to get BTQ staff to understand global VM concept well.
• Prepare seasonal VM guideline at least twice a year.
• Plan and deliver monthly VM guideline to all BTQs in order to direct the update visual presence in BTQ.
• Share the theory and concept of Visual Merchandising guideline to BTQ staff in order to keep BTQs to the view Delvaux's world.
• Event
• Whenever there is a set up in terms of VM, try to participate physically
• Plan and Preparation
• Budget management ( A&P )
• Manage VM Tools, Fixtures and Development

Required Competencies

• Effective team player and networker
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and client orientation skills
• Fluency in Japanese and business level of English

Additional Requirements

• 3-5 years VMD experience in Retail industry. Luxury brand experience preferable.
• Deep understanding of retail business ( client journey )and fashion and department store industries.