Kathmandu is a leading global outdoor lifestyle brand whose journey began in Aotearoa New Zealand over thirty years ago, born out of the passion for the outdoors. We’re on a mission to improve the wellbeing of the world by getting more people outdoors, because nature has a positive transformative effect on us all. It makes us more happy, open, free and fun. And that’s why we’re all about creating the best sustainably made outdoor gear - to get people to experience nature’s benefits more often.
We've been out there for over 30 years living our best lives. Now you can too. Join us on our mission to improve the wellbeing of the world through the great outdoors.
A little bit about the role…
The role is a permanent full-time position and is based in our NSW Region. The positions’ primary role is to represent the Kathmandu brand in line with the company’s creative vision, to maximise sales and to support the National VM Manager through appealing and effective merchandising. This is an opportunity to join a brand new team focused on new and improved merchandising at Kathmandu focused on execution in stores!
The Visual Merchandiser’s key responsibilities will be;
- To implement and coordinate our visual merchandising needs for this region
- Manipulate the VM directive at a store level to ensure consistency and that brand objectives are met for maximum sales. This includes in season changes to layouts to best present product for maximum sell through.
- Set up mannequin, windows and in store displays as per VM and marketing direction
- Supporting the store team through executions and training.
- You will utilise your visual merchandising experience to showcase our product and enhance our customer journey
- In-store hands on visual merchandising
- Enhancing and elevating our brand within the marketplace
- Demonstrate strong people skills to build rapport with multiple personalities as you will be working with Regional Manager, multiple Store Managers as well as head office crew
We are looking for a candidate with proven visual merchandising experience within fashion retail or related industry. You are a passionate and creative individual with a strong sales acumen. The role requires you to have a strong attention to detail, creative flair and the ability to work under pressure and autonomously. Most importantly, you will be a team player and have a passion for the outdoors.
Due to the nature of travel in the role, the successful candidate will need to obtain an unrestricted drivers license.
Ready to join us?
To apply now, click the link below to submit your CV and cover letter. Review of resumes will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Kathmandu is committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Submit your CV here and join us.