Visual Merchandising Specialist - Apparel
Williams Landing, VIC, AU
Who are We?
At Target, we’re getting back to what we’re famous for - real quality, that’s really affordable.
With our instantly recognisable logo we are one of the most iconic brands on the Australian retail market and for almost 100 years we have held a special place in the hearts and minds of Australian families.. It brings us loyal customers who love and trust us. From first baby clothes to first fashion moments, we have created special memories that families across the country hold dear.
By making affordable quality and style accessible for all, we have built a reputation for helping Australian families live better. As an iconic Australian retailer we’re immensely proud of our history and need people to join us who are as excited by our future as we are!
What will you do?
As a Visual Merchandising (VM) Specialist you will be working cross functionally to develop and prepare compelling merchandising strategies and communications to stores, and visual displays that align to the company merchandise strategy, brand direction and seasonal trends.
Other responsibilities will include:
- Strong organisation, planning, time management and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail
- Ability to build and manage strong working relationships with key stakeholders across the business and work collaboratively/cross-functionally
- Ability to work effectively both in a team and independently, with strong presentation and leadership capability
- Understanding of the commerciality of Visual Merchandising
What are we looking for?
An end-end role that will see you develop visual merchandising plans, seasonal and monthly direction, future planning, and instore execution reviews and training, ensuring both a creative and commercial delivery of all VM product initiatives.
To be successful in this role you will have experience as follows:
- A relevant Visual Merchandising degree or equivalent in-role experience
- Between 2-4 years’ experience in a central or field Visual Merchandising role or retail role is desirable
- Sound understanding of the retail industry
- Well versed in and passionate about market trends, product and the customer experience
- A strong working knowledge of computer design software for communications development: SketchUp, Microsoft suite, Adobe Creative Suite including: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and the ability to read and develop store plans and flows
What will you get?
• Great career opportunities across the Wesfarmers Group.
• Team Member discounts across Target, Kmart, Bunnings, Officeworks and Catch Membership.
• A free One Pass membership offering free delivery across Kmart, Target & Catch on eligible product.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program.
• Convenient location next to freeway and train station, with free onsite parking and a café!
• Novated leasing options.
• Paid parental leave scheme.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy, spending 60% of your week in our Target Store Support Office (including Work-From-Home days with a real work-life) balance.
• Reflection room, space for prayer, meditation, or time for yourself.
• A Supported Learning and Career Development program.
• Opportunity in Wesfarmers Share Plan access (where eligible) and to participate in a bonus program (where eligible).
We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe irrespective of your gender, ethnicity, indigeneity, religious beliefs, education, age, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation and gender identity and we encourage applications from all candidates.
As part of our recruitment process, we will be conducting Pre-Employment Checks with our successful candidates – this will include a police check. Talent Acquisition will provide further updates to candidates as they progress through our recruitment process.
Candidates interested in this position should apply directly to this advertisement as we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies.
“We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant”.
If you would like to explore a career with Target and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now!