- Unique 2IC role with real VM career opportunities
- Our brands are fun & energetic... so is our culture!
- Ability to improve processes and own key projects
What's in it for me?
Who wouldn't want to be part of Hanes Brands? Our culture is fantastic, made so by our people and the standards we set and strive towards each day. We enjoy the benefits of being part of a global organisation, whilst staying true to our Aussie heritage. As a company, we are passionate about developing of our people, and there are endless opportunities for career progression across so many different areas of our business. We are an open, collaborative and straight-talking business: we love coming to work every day and being part of bringing our iconic Australian brands to life that are loved by, well - everyone!
Other perks:
- We're big on training and development and promoting from within – there are genuine career opportunities across our business available for you to explore
- 50% off our fabulous brands, including Bonds and Sheridan
- Reduced Health Insurance premiums with our partner BUPA
- MS Office 365 licenses
- Generous family and friends discounts
- Fabulous office in the beautiful Kew - bright, fresh and spacious with great facilities!
- Regular Sample Sales
Assistant VM Manager
Reporting directly to the Visual Merchandising Manager, you'll be the 2IC and a key support to the retail network in the planning, development and execution of Visual Merchandising standards and direction.This includes concepting and creating VM guidelines and manuals as well as managing key projects and influencing process improvements.
This is a diverse role in which you'll be actively working with key stakeholders within the business, such as the buying, planning, marketing and retail teams to drive our business strategy and support our stores.
Key responsibilities:
- Plan, develop and execute visual merchandising briefs and other process documents for all our stores including Bonds, Bonds Kids, Bonds Outlets, Champion Outlets and Champion Premium stores nationally.
- Manage and collaborate with marketing on store allocation and execution of POS and VM material
- Develop and maintain visual merchandising standards manual that supports a premium consumer experience and drives sales
- Identify and Action VM Opportunities to increase sales and brand identity.
- Conduct frequent store visits to evaluate the quality and consistency of visual execution and theatre.
- Management of the office mockshop.
- Support field VM team where required.
You'll need:
- Minimum of 2 years instore VM combined with 2 years in a VM Head office role.
- Experience creating and implementing Visual Merchandising briefs for retail stores.
- Experience working across a large apparel store network and ideally leading people.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Tertiary qualifications in Visual Merchandising or Fashion is desirable but not necessary.
- High attention to detail, as well as proficiency in Adobe, Indesign and Photoshop.
- Ability to work at a fast pace, prioritise and manage time in order to meet multiple deadlines.
- A high level of initiative and ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
- Flexibility and adaptability to travel within the state and interstate to stores, when required.
A bit about us …
Hanes Australasia is home to iconic Aussie brands Bonds, Sheridan and Berlei – to name but a few – and we are proud to be part of Hanes Brands Inc, the world's largest manufacturer and marketer of basic apparel brands.
The Apparel Group is the largest operating group in Hanes Australasia and our brands speak for themselves: Bonds, Berlei, Champion, Holeproof, Jockey, Rio, Voodoo, Kayser, Razzamatazz and many more … Our Head Office is based in Kew, an Eastern suburb of Melbourne, with easy transport links in and out of the City. We have a NSW office based in Burwood and a New Zealand office in in Greenlane, Auckland. Together our dedicated and talented teams are famous for designing and bringing to market a range of fabulous undies, intimates, hosiery, socks and apparel for men, women, kids and baby.
With a foot firmly in retail – our store network is up to 131 stores and counting – combined with some fantastic wholesale partnerships and a growing international presence, the future is looking bright!
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