Visual Merchandising Manager (Maternity Cover)
Snape Maltings Trading Ltd Closing date: Fri, 13 Nov 2026
- Full time
- £25k-£30k
- Apply now
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Job Summary
Job Description
We are seeking a creative and commercially focused Visual Merchandiser to create, implement and maintain engaging retail environments that enhance the customer experience and drive sales. Working closely with the Buying, Retail Operations, Maintenance and Stock Control teams, you will ensure stores remain visually appealing, commercially effective and aligned with seasonal themes and brand standards.
You will be responsible for planning and delivering shop floor layouts, product launches and promotional displays, creating attractive and easy-to-shop environments that maximise sales opportunities. Through effective visual presentation and strong commercial awareness, you will ensure merchandise is displayed to the highest standards, with regularly refreshed and eye-catching displays throughout retail spaces and entrance areas.
Using sales data and market insights, you will monitor product performance and adjust displays to promote best-selling lines, improve slower-selling products and support overall retail performance. You will keep up to date with current retail trends and competitor activity to ensure displays remain innovative and relevant.
The role also involves supporting stock management activities, working closely with buying and stockroom teams to monitor stock movement, identify trends, report quality issues and assist with stock counts when required. You will help maintain accurate records and ensure stock is available to support trading priorities.
As a key member of the retail team, you will support colleagues with merchandising standards, stock replenishment and product presentation, while contributing to a positive visitor experience through excellent customer service. You will act as a brand ambassador, promoting a professional and welcoming environment at all times.
Ensure health, safety and security standards are met, support colleagues during busy periods and contribute to the smooth running of retail operations.
30.4hrs - 38hrs pw
Job Requirements
The successful candidate will have recent visual merchandising experience within a retail environment, with the ability to create attractive, commercially effective displays that drive sales and enhance the customer experience.
You will be creative, commercially aware and have a strong eye for colour, layout and product presentation.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple teams.
You will be organised, reliable and adaptable, with a positive, customer-focused approach.
Experience in a customer-facing role is required, while knowledge of EPOS systems, staff training, and up-selling or cross-selling techniques would be advantageous.
Flexibility to support wider store operations and work additional hours when required is essential.
Job Responsibilities
Lead the planning, creation and delivery of engaging visual merchandising across the retail estate, ensuring displays are attractive, commercial and aligned with seasonal themes.
Implement shop floor layouts, product launches and promotional activity that enhance the customer experience and drive sales.
Work closely with Buying, Retail, Maintenance and Stock Control teams to maintain high presentation standards and stock availability.
Analyse sales performance and customer trends to optimise product placement and merchandising strategies.
Support and guide retail colleagues, provide excellent customer service, assist with stock management and stocktakes, and ensure compliance with health and safety, security and operational procedures while contributing to a positive and collaborative team environment.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Visual Merchandising Manager (Maternity Cover)
- Salary: £25k-£30k
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Visual arts
- Role: Creative
- Contract: Temporary
- Closing date: Fri, 13 Nov 2026
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Location:
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Job: Visual Merchandising Manager (Maternity Cover)
Job: Visual Merchandising Manager (Maternity Cover)
Organisation: Snape Maltings Trading Ltd
Postcode: IP17 1SP
How to Apply
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Applying via our website where possible, so your application comes through clearly and can be reviewed in full.
Closing date: Midday 13 November 2026
- Contact name: Heather Fortmann
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Snape Maltings Trading Ltd
Snape Maltings sits on the bank of the River Alde, surrounded by an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just six miles from Aldeburgh. Our beautiful heritage destination, with its converted Victorian buildings, is home to independent shops, galleries, a restaurant and dog-friendly café, and several performance venues. Snape Maltings is famous for the Snape Maltings Concert Hall, established by Benjamin Britten, and opened by HM Queen Elizabeth in 1967.