PVH Corp:
Assistant Manager, Visual Merchandising, Tommy Hilfiger Asia Pacific Job in Hong Kong, VT

<p><b>POSITION SUMMARY: </b></p><p>The regional Assistant VM manager (of In-store presentation & Training) is responsible for the look and presentation of all full price stores, SIS and outlets in O&O, franchise stores in the Asia Pacific region. Ass. VM manager supports on identifying main training requirements and delivering training tools throughout the Asia Pacific region. He /she also play a part in the opening of new stores and important Shop-in-shop location and handles ordering of the seasonal in-store propping for the region.</p><p></p><p>Within this team the Assistant VM Manager APAC is responsible for the supporting of the VM team on all VM aspects.</p><p></p><p>The Assistant VM Manager APAC reports directly into the director of Visual merchandising for APAC.</p><p><br /></p><p><b>PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES OF THE JOB: </b></p><p></p><ul><li><p>Understand Global VM direction & execution guidelines to ensure the brand image is projected correctly at store level</p></li><li><p>Adaptations to local needs within brand standards</p></li><li><p>Formulate and execute visual merchandising plan to enhance brand image</p></li><li><p>Provide training to APAC business partners (country VMs)</p></li><li><p>Assist in setting up and coordinates new store opening and store upgrading</p></li><li><p>Regularly collect market feedback to improve effectiveness of in-store VM tools/strategies</p></li><li><p>Develop local VM teams by regular store visit (virtual/in person) and identifying training requirements</p></li><li><p>Prepare visit report and action plan post every visit</p></li><li><p>Support important Marketing events in the region</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Manage all VM initiatives including marketing campaigns Pop-up, seasonal brand imagery, POS to be delivered in store, on time and on budget and in line with brand direction</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Assist VM director prepare and set-up displays for promotional program, market launch and ad-hoc events</p></li><li><p>Be the key contact of VM App, collecting VM reports from the markets, update VM feed on the APP for Global review</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b>KEY COMPETENCIES: </b></p><p></p><p><b>CREATIVITY:</b> Interest in trends, lifestyles and design. Support introduction of new ideas. Can work within the creative process effectively, and support bring ideas to realization.</p><p></p><p><b>TEAMWORK: </b>Builds good working relationships; collaborates toward deadlines and deliverables. Able to communicate effectively across the team and organization; effectively works at long distances.</p><p></p><p><b>ORGANIZING: </b>Works according to defined schedules and deadlines; takes direction well and able to work with high accountability; manages own work and tracks progress. Seeks out resources to get things done; able to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities.</p><p></p><p><b>ENVIRONMENT: </b>Ability to work in fast-paced, team-oriented setting; interface with Global team and local teams.</p><div><p></p><p><b>COMMUNICATION: </b>Ability to convey information in a succinct and clear way</p><p></p></div><p></p><p></p><p><b><span>Functional Competencies:</span></b></p><ul><li><p>Strong retail, brand and lifestyle expertise within the premium apparel segment</p></li><li><p>Strong trend and fashion awareness</p></li><li><p>Strong managerial skills dealing with external partners</p></li><li><p>Proactive thinking / planning</p></li><li><p>Enthusiastic attitude and be a hands-on self-starter</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b>QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:</b></p><ul><li><p>At least 5 years experience in a similar role within Fashion (International experience); proven experience in decorating, styling, VM production or related fields</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Education: </b>University graduate in Fashion Management or related disciplines</p><p></p><p><b>Skills: </b></p><ul><li><p>Good, confident presentation skills</p></li><li><p>Computer knowledge: MS Office, Adobe design kits</p></li><li><p>Able to handle multiple projects and meet schedule</p></li><li><p>Attend to details and good interpersonal skill</p></li><li><p>Passionate in fashion brands and good team player with creative mind is a must;</p></li><li><p>Must be fluent in both English and Chinese.</p></li></ul>","industry":"Retail"