Visual Merchandiser

About the business

Habitania is one of Australia's fastest growing independent homewares stores, with 14 stores located in NSW and VIC. Our store experience is based on our unique mix of products and high levels of customer service. We are passionate about creating an atmosphere that provides home inspiration and gift giving ideas.

About the role

The Habitania customer experience is our number one priority and so place the utmost importance in ensuring the customer service we offer, together with our merchandising is always at its best.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a talented Part Time Visual Merchandiser to be an integral part of our VM team, supporting stores across the Central Coast Region. You are a natural communicator with an eye for detail, having had experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for visual execution and maintenance of your stores, with the following key responsibilities:

• Take ownership of your regional stores to be able to respond actively to changing local market trends and situations within the store environment;
• Work closely with the Store Manager to coach and train store staff on visual merchandising techniques to ensure merchandising standards are maintained;
• Maximise sales potential through creative and interesting display;
• In-depth knowledge of the store layouts and maximising sales potential through product placement;
• Report on visual store layouts, windows, stock depth, maintenance and opportunities for improvement; and
• Deliver an exceptional customer experience environment within the store atmosphere.

Benefits and perks

• A competitive salary
• Car allowance
• An opportunity to make a difference and your mark within a growing business
• To work with a passionate group of people
• Generous staff discount

Skills and experience

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience in a similar role;
• A passion for homewares and styling;
• Problem solving and analytical skills;
• Adaptability and flexibility;
• Exceptional communication and time management skills;
• Great initiative and positive 'can do' attitude;
• Your own vehicle to be able to travel / work across your designated areas;
• The capability to lift and move heavy objects into and out of displays with ease, using correct manual handling techniques;
• The ability to handle consistently high levels of stock during busy trading periods; and
• Tertiary qualification in Visual Merchandising or Design will be highly regarded, but not essential.

Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 24 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Travel reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Flexible hours
• Rotating roster

Ability to commute/relocate:

• NSW: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)