Visual Manager Merchandiser
Resume:
An Effective Visual Merchandiser Manager bringing demonstrated success
in leveraging visual display expertise to deliver brand vision, Over 10 years of visual retail experience with an eye for detail, Quick -learning and highly creative with an aptitude to problem solving, Strong commercial awareness and excellent project management.
Experience
DEBENHAMS - DUBAI Oct 2011- Jun 2021
Visual Merchandising Manager
To Work cross functionally and ensure VM plans and executions in local markets are in line with global brand strategy and guidelines. Create visually inspiring in-store and window displays which reflect and maintain the brand identity.
To oversee and deliver excellent in-store visual merchandising, promotional events, brand events and manage problem solving. Conduct daily floor walks with senior management to ensure VM guidelines are maintained to the highest standard. Regular photo presentations shared with host brand to ensure highest standards are consistently delivered.
Regular analysis of product and performance reports to improve sales through visual merchandising.
Plan, oversee and deliver seasonal department moves minimizing disruption through the process.
Manage model store and workshop implementation.
Work with instore teams to ensure all best sellers and new arrivals are always displayed.
Conduct training for in-store and visual teams to ensure the highest standards are consistently delivered and new trends are understood.
Inter country travel with regional visual manager and team to participate and deliver model stores, workshops and new store opening.
Contact
Address:
UAE-Dubia
Phone:
E-Mail:
***********@*****.***
LinkedIn:
linkedin.com/in/omar-elrawy
Skills
Creative flair
An eye for trends
Problem resolution
Sharp analytical skills
Commercial awareness
Strong styling sensibility
Relationship development
Understanding of the brand
Excellent time management
Experience managing projects
Omar Elrawy
KOTON - DUBAI Jun 2006 – Jul 2011
Senior Visual Merchandiser
Developed merchandising strategy to effectively move stock. Managed and implemented all brand events within the promotional calendar. Implemented seasonal windows and in-store displays and updated accordingly. Monitored and replenished stock levels, regularly updated displays upon newness. Conducted staff training to update product knowledge and merchandising techniques. Monitored social media and conducted competitive shop reviews and reported back to management. Created and executed in-store displays to promote newness and trends in line with brand guidelines. Presented and delivered layout proposals to management based on product availability and performance. Reviewed store performance with management to ensure all visual merchandising was consistently delivered to the highest level.
Achievements
Managed teams of 10+.
Created Visual Solutions when required.
Participated in Christmas Window Competitions of Dubai Mall 2018 Delivered Model Store bi-yearly and won UK Prize for the best store in 2019. Participated as a key player in 10 New stores throughout the Middle East, Egypt and Turkey. Education
Cairo, Ain Shams University Sep 1998 – Jun 2002
Bachelor of Commerce Accounting Division
Languages
Arabic: Native
English: Fluent
Reference
Available upon request
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