Head of Visual Merchandising

At Swarovski, where innovation meets inspiration, our people desire to explore, experience and create. As a Head of Visual Merchandising & Store Experience you will get a chance to work in a rewarding role within a diverse team that is pushing boundaries. Be part of a truly iconic global brand, learn and grow with us. We’re bold and inventive, revealing astonishing things like no one else can. A world of wonder awaits you.

About the job

In this role, you would be responsible for the strategy and development of Visual Merchandising and Store Experience executions for in store VM and communication, windows, campaign related instore activations, for all product categories and across all retail formats, from brief to deployment, in line with the vision of creative director.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Translate Brand positioning and creative director’s vision into VM & Store experience executions including product presentation, in store VM display tools and windows and campaign related instore VM activations- Brief and project-manage internal creative teams ensuring timely deployment of high-quality VM tools- Define a coherent plan for the development (from creativity to production samples sign off) of retail short life and long life communication tools as well as digital activations for MOB, MUB in Red & Blue, Crystal Forest, Crystal Studio, Instant Wonder, WonderLux, Flagship and STS store formats- Ensure delivering of best in class implementation guidelines of all VM executions as well as effective budget management, store allocation accuracy and instore content coordination- Ensure a bespoke coherent plan for Flagship stores including Music and Scent- Responsible for the team’s development budget allocation and compliance- Lead a team of 9 FTEs

About you

We are looking for a unique and amazing talent, who brings along the following:
- University degree (Masters) in a relevant field- 10 years of professional experience in a similar role within an international setting- Excellent English proficiency, presentation, and communication skills- Strong managerial skills- In-depth Visual Merchandising experience (communication tools)- Ability to work with creative minds- Strong project management skills with luxury product background- Strong Marketeer- Strong people person with leadership experience

What we offer

You can expect a range of benefits, including:
- Swarovski products discounts- Full coverage of accident insurance- Attractive pension fund conditions- Well-being offers available on-site- Subsidized public transportation or free parking- Employee canteen with buffet

Masters of Light Since 1895

Swarovski creates beautiful crystal-based products of impeccable quality and craftsmanship that bring joy and celebrate individuality.

Founded in 1895 in Austria, the company designs, manufactures and sells the world's finest crystal, gemstones, Swarovski Created Diamonds and zirconia, jewelry, and accessories, as well as crystal objects and home accessories. Swarovski Crystal Business has a global reach with approximately 2,400 stores and 6,700 points of sales in around 140 countries and employs more than 18,000 people. Together with its sister companies Swarovski Optik (optical devices) and Tyrolit (abrasives), Swarovski Crystal Business forms the Swarovski Group. A responsible relationship with people and the planet is part of Swarovski’s heritage. Today this legacy is rooted in sustainability measures across the value chain, with an emphasis on circular innovation, championing diversity, inclusion and self-expression, and in the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation, which supports charitable organizations bringing positive environmental and social impact.

Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer. We give our people the guts to celebrate individuality and pride ourselves on creating a workplace where people feel involved, respected, valued, connected, and heard. A place where anyone/everyone belongs. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under the law of the countries we operate in.

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