At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design of innovative in-store experiences for Coty CB Color Cosmetics brands.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at Coty, a leader in beauty and cosmetics.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, creative environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Fast-paced, international environment with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
- Why this job: Shape the future of retail with your creativity and strategic thinking.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in visual merchandising, strong project management, and design skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
As Global In-Store VM Senior Manager, you will play a pivotal part in shaping the future of in-store experiences for Coty CB Color Cosmetics brands, within the Global In-store Excellence team. This role will be at the forefront of leading in-store experiences for our brand. This role demands a strategic approach, combining creative innovation with a deep understanding of retail trends, shopper behaviour and retailer’s landscape. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that every aspect of the store experience aligns with broader brand strategies and market needs. This position requires a creative mindset, strong project management skills and agility.
YOUR MAIN FOCUS
- Translate brand strategy and product innovation launches into clear, executable global merchandising guidelines for permanent and temporary retail environments.
- Design and develop permanent in-store fixtures, and visual merchandising elements that maximize brand expression and are rooted in shopper insights while also considering retailers and competitive environment, for an optimized store experience and ROI.
- Stay ahead of retail trends and the competitive environment to create stand out and ROI driven in-store solutions.
- Print production knowledge.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication
- Create strong written and verbal briefs that effectively communicate project objectives, requirements, and expectations, incorporating insights from cross-functional teams.
- Provide strategic retail and in-store expertise to guide and influence global brands and creative teams in the development of campaigns and distinctive assets.
- Collaborate with global cross functional teams to advise on global guidelines adaptation to local specificities.
- Work closely with internal teams and external agencies to maintain feedback loops and ensure alignment from design to execution, supporting the strategic direction.
YOU ARE A COTY FIT
You are proactive, solution-oriented professional, passionate and have an ability to multi-task. As an experienced In-Store / Retail Design / Visual Merchandising expert, you have a blend of creativity and strategic thinking with excellent organisation and prioritisation skills. You thrive from working in a fast-paced, diverse, and international environment, and are hungry to drive change in our industry. In addition to these key traits, you:
- +10 years of relevant VM experience, preferably in beauty with a Local Market and/or Global experience.
- University degree / Business School / Creative background.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, multi stakeholders’ environment.
- Business-oriented, creative thinker, proactive, detail and solution oriented, with a strong retail mindset (able to balance aesthetic excellence with commercial needs) and a cost-conscious approach.
- Good understanding of retailers, shoppers, competitors and trends to contribute to the evolution and adaptation of brand guidelines.
- Strong communicator & presentation skills, both written & verbal.
- Capability to remain calm under pressure in a changing environment and to manage unexpected challenges.
- Very strong knowledge/skills of Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
- 2D & 3D Technical design skills are essential: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, SketchUp (or similar).
- Budget management experience.
- Fluency in English.
Global In-Store Experience Senior Manager employer: Coty
Coty is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, offering employees the chance to thrive in a collaborative environment. With a focus on professional growth, team members benefit from ongoing development opportunities and the chance to work closely with major retailers in the vibrant Wimbledon area. The hybrid work model promotes a healthy work-life balance, making Coty an attractive choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the FMCG sector.
