Visual Merchandiser

About Valiram

Valiram is a retail company founded in 1935. The company has expanded to become a global retail industry with 520+ locations in 10 different countries. By 2027, we will be more than doubling our size to 1200, with an expected 5,500+ employees under Valiram Group. Learn more about us at www.valiram.com

Valiram Brands:

• Beauty (Victoria’s Secret, Bath & Body Works, Rituals, Molton Brown)
• Fashion (Michael Kors, Steve Madden, Tory Burch, Chloe, MLB Korea, Giuseppe Zanotti, Charles & Keith, Pedro etc)
• Accessories (Swarovski, Mont Blanc)
• Travel Retail (Hermes, Bvlgari, The Flying Emporium, Coach, Polo Ralph Lauren, Lacoste, Beaute Love, Ion Gizmos, Candy Party, Wear + When, Tumi)
• F&B (Bacha Coffee, Quivo, Godiva, TWG Tea, Laderach, Candy Party)
• Watches (Swiss Watch Gallery, Tudor, Rolex, Cartier, Tissot, Zenith, Bell & Ross, Breitling, Blancpain, Omega)

At the office: Valiram HQ is located 10 minutes to Pavilion and 5 minutes to KLCC. We offer flexibility in working schedules depending on our employee’s lifestyle preferences. Access to our staff only cafe with a view of the city to price friendly food options.

We celebrate diversity with 32 nationalities spread across our team. To embrace this diversity, we celebrate the various festivities all year round such as Hari Raya, Malaysia Day, Chinese New Year, Deepavali and Christmas.

You can engage in various activities monthly including badminton, hiking, running and language class and meet other employees from across our brands and head office. All activities are free of charge!

About the Role

• Require the individual to create window and interior displays in retail outlets, often in-line with company guidelines/ policy, with the primary aim of maximizing sales.
• Ensure that displays are changed regularly, and themes can be dictated by a number of factors, including the seasons of the year, notable events in the calendar (such as Valentine’s Day or Christmas), current fashion/ trends or promotional material.
• Uphold and maintain VM standards of the stores in accordance with brand guidelines.
• Be an ambassador for the represented brand and portray at all times a professional and customer-oriented image.
• Contribute to the profitability of the store with your merchandise handling, replenishment, and inventory control efforts.

Key Responsibility Areas:

Responsible to Create Interior Display and Window Displays in Retail Outlet:

• Create a retail environment that represents the brand using innovative and unique approaches to obtain a customer friendly atmosphere; maintain and grow a visual personality for each store that is reflective of the community in which it is located.
• Implement the company’s visual merchandising directives throughout the store; such directives may require some creativity in moulding them into being consistent with the particular store’s goals and image.
• Work with the Operations Manager/ Marketing Manager/ AVP Creative Design and/ or Director in determining specific visual needs, such as fixtures, image photos, and point of sale materials for the store.
• Maximising the space and layout of the store, installing and dismantling displays, using available space to the best advantage.
• Coordinate with Operations & Store Leaders to schedule appropriate time for floor set, shipping processes and receiving merchandise to make sure that merchandise is ready before being displayed for sale in the store.
• Help to train the store team about design concepts, visual display standards, and the proper maintenance of the overall visual display effort.
• Guide customers browsing through merchandise placement and store layout to result in an eventual sale.
• Ensure all stores have necessary VM elements for all products and also to look into inventory management and orders.
• Preparing for promotional events/ launches which could include contributing ideas for the whole set-up and dismantling displays at the end of promotional period.
• To work closely with supplier for materials, fixtures, props and/ or other items for the store/promotions/ events.

Ensure Display are Changed Regularly:

• Conduct floor set with floor plan and share store photos with brand principal if required.
• Help in designing and conceptualizing on all promotional materials such as invites, emailer and corporate identity to support Marketing and Merchandising team that compliance with brand VM guidelines.
• Follow up on all VM related paperwork such as raising POs and submission of invoices.
• To have an organize workspace with good filing system, soft and hard copy.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the superior.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum a Diploma/Degree in Visual Merchandising or Visual Communications.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in related field.
• Proficient in computer skills computer-aided design (CAD) packages, such as AutoCAD, Mockshop or Adobe Creative Suite, to create visuals and plans.
• Self-reliant and self-motivated.
• Strong creative qualities and full of inspiration.
• Pleasant Personality.
• Possess effective communication skills and team spirit between Creative Services department, retail and other department’s staff and management.
• Build and maintain good rapport with staff and external customers.
• Fluent English and both in written and spoken. Knowledge of other language is added advantage.

Why work for us?

We’re more than just a job; we’re a place where you can develop your skills, collaborate with a fantastic team, and have fun along the way! Here’s why you’ll love working with us:

• Level Up Your Career:
  • Upskill at Your Pace: Our comprehensive online training platform offers courses in communication, leadership, Excel, and more – investing in your growth.
  • Proven Development Track: Last year alone, we conducted 150 trainings and empowered 65% employees to develop their skills and competencies, paving the journey to career growth and advancement.
• Fun & Vibrant Workplace:
  • Engaged & Connected: We host numerous employee engagement activities like V-Club to build connections and a strong sense of community.
  • Celebrate Together: We value cultural traditions and celebrate major national festivals with the whole team!
  • Express Yourself: Enjoy the freedom of a fashionable dress code.
• At our HQ Office you can enjoy:
  • Convenient & Delicious: Enjoy the perk of an in-house cafe serving delicious meals at subsidized prices, so you can fuel your day without breaking the bank.
  • Effortless Travel: Our office is conveniently located within a 10-minute walk from public transportation, making your commute a breeze.
  • Parking Made Easy: Need to drive? No worries! We offer ample parking in nearby locations.
• Rewarding Benefits:
  • Shop Like an Insider: Employees can enjoy staff purchase discounts up to 30% for all the brands we cover, as well as friends & family sale annually.
  • Life Balance & Support: We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Birthday Leave, Hospitalization Leave, Study Leave, Calamity Leave, Compassionate Leave, Maternity/Paternity Leave, and Marriage Leave, to support you throughout life’s stages.