House of Rare - National Visual Merchandiser
Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the Visual Merchandising function for Rareism across all stores on a Pan-India level.
- Develop and implement seasonal VM strategies aligned with brand vision and business objectives.
- Ensure consistency in store presentation, styling, product placement, window displays, and visual storytelling across all locations.
- Drive execution of seasonal launches, promotions, campaigns, and new store openings.
- Conduct regular store audits and partner with regional teams to ensure VM compliance and execution excellence.
- Collaborate closely with Design, Buying, Planning, Marketing, and Retail Operations teams to deliver a seamless customer experience.
- Analyze store performance and recommend VM initiatives to improve conversion, sell-through, and customer engagement.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of VM professionals while building strong execution capabilities across the organization.
- Manage VM budgets, fixtures, props, and vendor partnerships to support brand initiatives.
Desired Candidate Profile:
- 8 - 12 years of experience in Visual Merchandising within premium fashion retail.
- Mandatory experience in Women's Wear brands.
- Proven experience handling a National/Pan-India VM role.
- Strong execution capabilities with exposure to multi-store retail environments.
- Experience managing VM teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of fashion trends, retail operations, customer behaviour, and commercial merchandising.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.