Display / Visual Skills
Visual Merchandising Managers must be able to define, design and implement a creative visual merchandising strategy.
Visual Merchandising Managers
Descriptions & Duties
- Visual Merchandising Managers supervise and design visual merchandise in shop window, showcase and display inside store. They plan and implement merchandise display in store.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Trade Specific Competencies
Knowledge of Current Visual merchandising and Latest Trends
Visual Merchandising Managers must be able to research and analyse the latest lifestyle and design trends.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- A recognised bachelor's degree, or equivalent
Experience
- 6 to 10 years of relevant work experience
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $15,000-$20,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$30,000
Monthly Salary $30,000-$50,000
Monthly Salary $50,000-$80,000
Related Education & Training
Work Environment
- Visual Merchandising Managers typically work in offices. However, they may be required to visit clients' stores and discuss with clients during evenings and weekends.
Tools
- Computers with visual aided and drawing software
