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Visual Merchandising in Milan Stores

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Customer Relations
    Creative Arts & Fashion
  • Milan

AI generated summary

  • You need a bachelor's degree, 3-5 years in retail or visual merchandising, luxury experience, a portfolio, strong communication, flexibility, local knowledge, computer skills, and fluency in English and Italian.
  • You will implement and maintain VM strategies, organize tools, train teams, manage floral arrangements, and support creative campaigns and high-profile events in Milan stores.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years in sales, retail, visual display, styling or related areas
  • Previous luxury retail experience preferred.
  • Portfolio Required.
  • Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
  • Availability to work early mornings, evenings, nights and weekends as needed.
  • Being flexible
  • Reside in a commutable distance to The Landmark.
  • Knowledgeable of local vendor sources for display supplies, hardware, props, furniture, flowers a plus
  • Knowledge and passion for flowers a plus
  • Experience with basic construction hand tools and painting.
  • Computer skills required: Outlook, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Power Point)
  • Color display lighting experience is a plus.
  • Fluent in English and Italian, French as a plus

Responsibilities

  • Partner closely with SE VM Coordinator and Merchandising Manager in the successful implementation and in-store execution of defined product strategies and initiatives.
  • Ensure styling guidelines and merchandising strategy are upheld at Milan stores on daily basis.
  • Track the effectiveness of implemented VM styling strategy within caselines and creative fixtures.
  • Train and inspire Retail and Operational teams and actively participate in daily/weekly floor walks providing solutions and insights that balance the needs of VM standards and the business.
  • Keep excellent organization of VM tools that include caselines forms, props, vases etc. and provide an accurate inventory twice a year.
  • Manage Floral arrangements according to guidelines, partnering with VM Coordinator and vendor.
  • Partner within store Operations team, flagging any needed maintenance related to any creative vehicles (caselines, external fixtures, verticals, wallsheves…).
  • Partner closely with SE VM Coordinator in the planning and implementation of creative VM campaigns which include vitrines/caselines/towers and wall shelf fixtures.
  • Partner closely with SE VM Coordinator and Merchandising Manager to ensure the merchandise selected for each creative campaign fixture is the best and boldest while being properly installed, styled and lit to create an impactful presentation.
  • Ensure effective creative campaign installations and maintenance plans. Give insightful feedbacks of effectiveness of the Creative VM campaign in terms of design, product selection, production and business.
  • Support with the execution of high-profile selling events, and special creative installations as they relate to product launches, events, activations, press previews and branding initiatives.
  • Support the installation and maintenance of holiday displays and décor.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Visual Merchandising in store Coordinator?

The primary responsibility of the Visual Merchandising in store Coordinator is to oversee the day-to-day visual merchandising duties at Tiffany Milan Stores while modeling and championing Tiffany values.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years of experience in sales, retail, visual display, styling, or related areas is required, along with previous luxury retail experience preferred.

Is previous experience in luxury retail necessary for the role?

Yes, previous luxury retail experience is preferred for this position.

What skills are important for this job?

Exceptional organizational and communication skills are important, along with flexibility, knowledge of local vendor sources, and computer skills including Outlook, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

What kind of projects will the Coordinator be working on?

The Coordinator will work on implementing visual merchandising strategies, planning creative campaigns, managing floral arrangements, and supporting high-profile selling events and special creative installations.

What is expected regarding work hours and availability?

Candidates should be available to work early mornings, evenings, nights, and weekends as needed.

Is a portfolio required for this position?

Yes, a portfolio showcasing your work is required.

What languages should applicants be fluent in?

Applicants should be fluent in English and Italian, with French being a plus.

Will the Coordinator need to perform any physical tasks?

Yes, experience with basic construction hand tools and painting is required, as well as managing physical tasks related to visual displays.

What is the approach towards floral arrangements in this role?

The Coordinator will manage floral arrangements according to guidelines, partnering with the VM Coordinator and vendor to ensure compliance.

Expertly crafting jewelry for the world’s greatest love stories since 1837.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1837
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

In 1837 Charles Lewis Tiffany founded his company in New York City where his store was soon acclaimed as the palace of jewels for its exceptional gemstones. Since then TIFFANY & CO. has become synonymous with elegance, innovative design, fine craftsmanship and creative excellence. During the 20th century fame thrived worldwide with store network expansion and continuous cultural relevance, as exemplified by Truman Capote’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s and the film starring Audrey Hepburn. Today, with more than 13,000 employees, TIFFANY & CO. and its subsidiaries design, manufacture and market jewelry, watches and luxury accessories – including more than 5,000 skilled artisans who cut diamonds and craft jewelry in the Company’s workshops, realizing its commitment to superlative quality. The Company operates more than 300 TIFFANY & CO. retail stores worldwide as part of its omni-channel approach. To learn more about TIFFANY & CO. as well as its commitment to sustainability,