Visual Merchandising Specialist

4 days ago

Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines RUSTAN COMMERCIAL CORPORATION Full-time ₱520,000 - ₱700,000 Contract

The Visual Merchandise Officer is responsible for ensuring the brand is consistently and creatively represented in all stores. This role turns brand guidelines into engaging window displays, in-store layouts, and campaign visuals that attract customers and boost sales. It combines design and management planning, supplier coordination, and performance tracking to deliver high quality, on-brand retail experiences that support marketing and business goals.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Campaign and Visual Merchandising (VM) Management

  • Interpret and implement visual concepts and design intent from principals/ HQ ensuring full brand compliance.

  • Ideate and develop thematic VMs and storytelling displays in line with brand direction.

  • Source, negotiate, and procure all materials when needed, balancing quality, cost, and deadlines.

  • Implements and adapt window displays, in-store animation, and planograms according to brand guidelines, localizing execution based on door requirements and market trends.

  • Manages timely rollouts of campaign VM updates across all stores (bi-monthly or as per campaign schedule).

  • Oversee installation, quality checks, and replacement of damaged or outdated display elements.

  • Maintain an up-to-date inventory of local and imported VM and POSM materials; manage proper storage and disposal of obsolete items.

  • Document all completed displays with high-quality photos for internal and HQ reporting.

Planogram Management

  • Ensure effective and accurate implementation of brand specific planograms and assortments across all stores.

  • Monitor stock positioning and highlight hero SKUs, campaign, and seasonal items in hotspot zones to optimize visibility and sales.

  • Prepare product spiels and storytelling guides for featured items to support store staff.

  • Update store signages, fixtures, and displays per principal’s directives.

  • Collaborate closely with Merchandising and Store Operations teams to align assortment.

Rebranding, Store Renovations, and Constructions

  • Provide VM and branding expertise throughout rebranding projects, store renovations, and new store openings.

  • Collaborate with principals, designers, store architects, contractors, and mall management to ensure store design reflects global standards and local requirements.

  • Support layout planning, fixture and VM setup during store openings, pop-ups, and remodels.

  • Tap local suppliers or artists to incorporate brand’s local touch and creative direction in store or campaign design.

  • Ensure smooth transition and minimal disruption during renovations or rebranding rollouts.

  • Monitor project budgets and timelines to ensure quality delivery within set schedule.

Conduct post-renovation VM audits to guarantee brand compliance and readiness for operations.

Cross-Functional Coordination

  • Partner with Marketing, Merchandising, and Operations to align VM activities with campaigns, events, and business objectives.

  • Collaborate with Marketing, PR and/or Training teams to ensure cohesive brand representation across consumer touchpoints.

  • Work with global or principal teams for guideline interpretations, approvals, and adaptation of international Visual Merchandising standards.

  • Share local market insights and customer behavior observations with principal teams.

Project Management and Reporting

  • Develop and manage project timelines, VM calendars, and campaign rollout schedules.

  • Maintain trackers for VM, renovations, and campaign rollouts.

  • Monitor VM-related budgets, including sourcing, store works, and campaign setups, ensuring spend efficiency.

  • Provide internal reports with photographic documentation, activity summaries, challenges, recommendations, and performance feedback.

Store Support and Maintenance

  • Conduct regular store visits to audit VM standards, brand compliance, and product storytelling quality.

  • Provide on-site support for VM setup, adjustments, and troubleshooting during events or transitions.

  • Train store staff on VM standards, display upkeep, and maintenance routines.

  • Offer feedback and improvement plans for stores not meeting VM guidelines.

  • Ensure VM assets and fixtures are properly maintained, replenished, and stored efficiently.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Support product launches, pop-ups, and brand events requiring strong VM impact.

  • Coordinate with agencies and store teams to ensur