Samsonite Visual Merchandising Manager

Job Description
1. Deliver a strategic plan on annual VM activities
2. Lead and develop overall new openings and renovating stores
    -  Interior/ Drawings/ Budget /Maintenance
    - Order and prepare equipment/props for opening shops
    - Plan zoning and Display
3. Develop Window design/ Display fixtures details (Local production)
4. Manage external VM vendors and challenge them to enhance quality of work. And ensure cost effective
5. Develop brand new concept design
6. Lead junior team members and external partners in generation innovative brand-focused VM solutions
7. Have great understanding of the luggage /bag industry to ensure designs delivered perform positively at POS 
8. Research and identify new/emerging innovations that can be used in retail environments
9. Visit stores on a regular basis and ensure the VM guidelines are optimized & implemented for all stores
10. Communicate closely with HK region, AP countries and relate departments on VM issues

Requirements
1. Bachelor’s degree or above in design or interior
2. 10~15 years of experience in fashion, accessory and Global Brand companies
3. Willing to travel to store locations actively
4. Capable of shop interior related task
5. Advanced computer skills in Design tools (Photo Shop, Illustration, CAD)
6. Fluent in English both verbally and written

Preferred
- Open-minded to diversity, comfortable with change and willing to adapt as required to the needs of the business
- Ability to adapt to changing trends and customer needs with flexibility and creativity
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage a creative team effectively

Additional Information
Full-Time, Hybrid

Guidelines for Applicants
Apply: Samsonite Career Site
Interview process: First Interview > Second Interview

Who we are: Samsonite is the worldwide leader in superior travel bags, luggage, and accessories combining notable style with the latest design technology and the utmost attention to quality and durability. For more than 100 years, Samsonite has leveraged its rich heritage to create unparalleled products that fulfill the travel lifestyle needs of conscious movers everywhere.  With a portfolio of brands including Samsonite, Tumi, American Tourister, High Sierra, Gregory, Hartmann, and Lipault Paris, our products are sold in over 100 countries in North America, Asia, Europe and Latin America through our company-operated retail store, websites and a variety of retail partners.