Overview
Windows & Creation Visual Merchaindiser / Assistant Manager Jobs in Greater Tokyo Area at Louis Vuitton
About The Job
OVERALL, MISSION
- Achieve a consistent level of Visual Merchandising to convey updated brand message and ensure brand desirability through window installation and store animations.
- Taking decisions for display and provide right guidance to the stores with commercial agility.
- Train the VM specialist throughout the year to ensure consistency of Louis Vuitton visual image.
Job responsibilities
MAIN JOB Responsibilities
Window creation and installation
- Manage the show window display creation and rotation process (5 times per year for existing stores and ad hoc basis for pop up stores)
- Arrange the window sub kit locally (purchase or rental) in accordance with global instruction to be assembled with main kit provided by central.
- Involve internal partners such as Store Project Team and Advertising/Edition Team to ensure the project is smoothly completed in time.
Pop-Up Stores and Special Pop-Up Events:
- Planning and Execution: Design and manage the setup of pop-up stores and limited pop-up events, ensuring they reflect the brand's image and meet business objectives.
- Logistics Coordination: Handle logistics, including site selection, layout design, and coordination with vendors and contractors. Ensure timely delivery and setup of all necessary materials and products.
- Customer Experience: Create an engaging and immersive customer experience at pop-up events, aligning with the brand's standards and enhancing customer interaction with the products.
- Pupin Design and Setup: Plan and manage the design and setup of pop-in spaces within larger stores to show special collections or collaborations. Ensure these spaces are visually appealing and attract customer attention.
Reporting
- Give feedback and ensure reporting to Central VM team.
- VM activity, Store Opening
- Product VM report of LG/RTW/ACC
- Give the Window report to Central and N.Y. Image studio.
Regional VMD
- Support the zoning plan and product rotations at the assigned stores.
- Communicate with all MD to make a category visual direction with MD strategies to all stores(biweekly)
Additional Information:
This role demands a high level of dedication and the ability to manage multiple projects. The successful candidate will be expected to work under pressure and deliver results within stringent timelines. Most directives and guidelines will come from HQ, requiring the ability to adapt and implement these directions locally.
Profile
Key Requirements / QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS
- Bachelor's degree in visual Merchandising, Design, Fine Arts, or a related field will be plus.
- Strong artistic and creative abilities, with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics.
- Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Rhinoceros, or 3D soft).
- Vector works / Render Works / Key shot / not a must but better to have
- Excellent project management, Time Management, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Business English / Japanese
Application Process: Interested candidates are invited to submit their portfolio.
Additional information
INTERNAL WORKING RELATIONS
- National Sales /Store Project /Retail Support/Store Managers
- Merchandising
- Marketing/Communication (Advertising)
- Central VMD/Architect team
EXTERNAL WORKING RELATIONS
- Construction companies
- Production companies
Recruitment steps
Interview Process:
- 1st Interview: HR Interview
- 2nd INTERVIEW: HM Interview
- 3rd interview: Head of Div Interview
Reference LVM32785
Title: Windows & Creation Visual Merchaindiser / Assistant Manager
Company: Louis Vuitton
Location: Greater Tokyo Area
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