McQueen Visual Merchandising Manager, Greater China

Job Description

Job Title:           Visual Merchandising Manager, Greater China

Line Manager:   Merchandising Director, Greater China

Location:            Shanghai

Start date:          ASAP

Alexander McQueen is a British luxury house founded by Lee Alexander McQueen. Established in London in 1992, the house joined the Kering Group in 2001.

From its inception, McQueen has been defined by its expression of individuality and subversive strength, pushing the boundaries of British tailoring traditions. Today, with a design studio and atelier based in London, the house upholds its foundational values, known for its uncompromising creative vision and incisive tailoring.

At McQueen, we live and breathe a culture defined by our key Behaviours:

• Empower – We empower our team and peers, providing unwavering support to ensure everyone can thrive; this means giving support to your team and those you are working with to succeed.

• Teamwork – We put an emphasis on Teamwork; this means working together as a collective to achieve shared goals.

• Respect – We value respect, treating everyone with dignity and showing genuine appreciation for their efforts: this means treating everyone equally.

• Kindness – We believe kindness is integral to everything we do; this means demonstrating compassion and empathy towards others.  

How will you contribute?

·        Implementing all visual merchandising guidelines and functions

·        Manage VM guidelines, display zoning plan and visual tools

·        Manage and monitor special projects such as store openings, event setup, pop-up stores etc.

·        Prepare monthly report

·        Deliver VM training to retail store team

·        Regular store visit in managing area

·        Source and coordinate with vendors on props production, seasonal installation, lightbox installation, etc.

Required Skills:

·        Diploma or Degree in Design / Visual Merchandising / Related studies

·        At least 6 years in visual merchandising field with fashion/ luxury retail experience

·        Proficient in Power point and Photoshop

·        Self-motivated and proactive, able to work independently

·        Good communication & interpersonal skills

·        Proficient in both written and spoken English and Chinese 

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.