Senior Visual Merchandiser

Location: Mumbai (with travel to other store locations)

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience Required: 5–8 years (minimum 2–3 years in a Lead VM role)

Department: Retail & Store Operations

Reports To: Head of Retail Operations

Industry Preference: Fashion, Streetwear, D2C Retail, Apparel

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Visual Merchandiser to lead the in-store brand experience across our retail network. This role blends creativity with execution, ensuring every store reflects our streetwear identity while driving customer engagement and sales. You will oversee window displays, store layouts, new launches, and drop-led merchandising while managing budgets and leading a team.

Responsibilities

- Develop and implement visual merchandising strategies across all retail touchpoints.
- Design and execute window displays, mannequin styling, and in-store layouts aligned with seasonal collections.
- Lead VM planning for new store launches and flagship projects.
- Collaborate with Design and Production teams to translate collections into compelling in-store storytelling.
- Optimize product displays based on sales data, stock levels, and seasonal relevance.
- Train and mentor VM executives and store staff on VM standards.
- Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance and provide corrective feedback.
- Manage VM budgets, vendor negotiations, and sourcing of props/fixtures.




- Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Store Ops, Procurement) to align VM execution with campaigns and launches.

Requirements

- 5–8 years of experience in Visual Merchandising, with at least 2–3 years in a senior/lead role.
- Bachelor’s degree in Visual Merchandising, Fashion Design, Interior/Spatial Design, or related field.
- Proven experience managing VM across multi-store retail networks, including new launches.
- Strong portfolio showcasing window displays, store layouts, and campaign-led merchandising.
- Experience in budget management and vendor negotiations.

Key Skills

- Strong aesthetic sense with deep understanding of Gen-Z and streetwear culture.
- Hands-on styling and display execution skills.
- Team leadership and training ability.
- Vendor negotiation and budget management.
- Project management skills to handle multiple timelines.
- Cross-functional coordination and stakeholder management.
- Proficiency in design/presentation tools (Photoshop, Canva, SketchUp preferred).

Why Join Us?

- Opportunity to shape the in-store experience for a growing streetwear brand.
- Work on flagship projects and recent store launches.
- Collaborate with creative and dynamic teams across retail and design.

Pay: ₹1,000,000.00 - ₹1,200,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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