Visual merchandiser

About this career

Visual merchandisers are specialised in the promotion of the sale of goods, especially their presentation in retail outlets.

Essential skills

assemble visual displays assess visual impact of displays change window displays coach team on visual merchandising communicate on merchandise visual display conduct research on trends in design develop store design execute visual presentation changes have computer literacy interpret floor plans maintain relationship with customers maintain relationship with suppliers negotiate with suppliers for visual material

Required knowledge

merchandising techniques

Additional skills

analyse bestsellers carry out sales analysis drive vehicles meet deadlines monitor stock level monitor stock movement use CAD software teamwork principles trends in fashion

Also known as

display designer senior visual merchandiser visual merchandising controller visual merchandising associate image controller assistant visual merchandiser window display assistant retail visual strategy manager visual merchandising manager graduate visual merchandiser visual merchandising supervisor display assistant window dresser