Visual Merchandising Senior Planner or Planner

KEY RESPONSIBILITIESKey responsibility 1Boutique Display Management & Maintenance. Conduct regular store visits to manage and maintain in-store and window displays.Drive strategic visual merchandising initiatives aligned with brand image and business objectives.Implement and adapt visual merchandising guidelines in stores in collaboration with Headquarters and reginal teams.

Develop localized VM guidelines and Zoning plan to support implementation.Support the set-up of new boutiques, renovations, and events including overnight work when required.Maximizing sales for the assigned category and providing VM support. (Jewellery, Watch, Accessory). Prepare and distribute installation reports to the relevant departments and VM application (IWD).

Coordinate display tool orders with HQ and RID based on approved budget.Manage VM tool orders and coordinate with local suppliers when necessary.Replace and maintain display materials as needed.Support boutique renewals and new openings in collaboration with the relevant departments. Key responsibility 2Training Develop and continuously improve VM guideline, display training manuals, and training tools for boutiques staff.

Provide regular display training programs to boutique staff through on the job training (OJT) and hands-on coaching to strengthen product knowledge and basic display techniques.Organize BTQ VM collective training sessions once or twice a year.Key responsibility 3Support for international Jewelry events and local events Prepare VM materials and provide display support for international / local events in line with strategic objectives.

Monitor local production and project progress and provide regular update to the VM manager.Key responsibility 4Build strong relationship with retail boutiques. Visit boutiques regularly to strengthen the VM mindset, build strong relationships with boutiques managers and staff, and promote the importance of visual merchandising.

Maintain a thorough understanding of the assigned boutiques, including their layout, façade windows, fixture dimensions, and other relevant store information.Key responsibility 5Project management. Support and manage assigned projects in collaboration with team members.Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to the Managers.

Key responsibility 6Update the annual PLV forecast Update PLV forecast forth of year. Keep approval budget from Manager.Required experience:Senior VM Planner: At least 5 years of visual merchandising experience in a retail environment for a luxury or designer brand.VM Planner : 1～2 years of visual merchandising experience in a retail environment for a luxury or designer brand.

Native-level Japanese and conversational English proficiency or above. Technical skills / abilities:Microsoft Office (PowerPoint / Excel / Word). Adobe Photoshop / Illustrator (a plus). Personal skills:Strong passion for Watch & Jewellery or luxury brands.Strong communication skills. Self-motivated, proactive, and able to take ownership of responsibilities.