Visual Merchandiser | Retail | M&S | Kuwait

Job Requisition ID: 182887 About Al-Futtaim Established in the 1930s, Al-Futtaim is one of the most diversified and progressive privately held regional businesses, headquartered in Dubai. Operating across more than 20 countries, the Group spans automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and health. With more than 40,000 employees, Al-Futtaim represents over 200 of the world’s most recognised brands, including Toyota, Lexus, IKEA, ACE and Marks & Spencer. Driven by its purpose to enrich lives and elevate communities, Al-Futtaim focuses on digital innovation, AI, sustainable growth and strategic partnerships, creating long-term value for customers, communities and partners while building a responsible legacy for future generations. Overview of the role: Reporting to the Regional Visual Merchandiser, your role will be to implement and maintain the M&S brand image within the store, ensuring visual consistency. You will provide the customer with the most inspirational shopping experience possible. You will also be responsible for maintaining effective communication with store colleagues and the RVM / Manager VM. What you will do:- Description of Accountability: - Accurately implement all company Visual Merchandising policies. Implement easy to shop store grids. Implement well styled mannequins in line with the styling policy. Use appropriate styling techniques and the correct visual elements in the relevant areas to aid customer segmentation. - Implement seasonal launches and events on time and “on brand”. Be aware of both store and company best sellers. Have an awareness of competitor activities and trends within Visual Merchandising. Work effectively and communicate regularly with store colleagues and VM Manager to ensure brand consistency. - Implement window display guidelines on time and “on brand”. Ensure corporate initiatives are implemented effectively. VM checklist to be maintained and adhered to. Execution of marketing initiatives in the stores. Liaise with the Store Managers everyday for updates on VM processes / requirements / people. Required Skills to be successful:- - Leadership - Strong Business - Acumen and the ability to communicate with business partners at all levels - Proven ability to achieve goals. - Good Personality - Good communication skills (verbal and written) - Excellent relationship skills - Good Excel skills - Accountability What equips you for the role: - Bachelor Degree - Minimum 4+ years’ experience in visual merchandising - Marketing or other related area of study from an accredited institution. - visual merchandising, retailing or any other related field of study with - 4 – 5 years’ core experience in visual merchandising. About Al-Futtaim Retail At Al-Futtaim Retail, we are part of a 90-year legacy built on ambition, progress and long-term vision. As one of the region’s leading retail operators, we partner with some of the world’s most trusted brands – including IKEA, ACE, Marks & Spencer and the Inditex Group – bringing global excellence to customers across MENA and Southeast Asia. We don’t just operate stores; we shape retail experiences. From launching brands like Watsons and Kiabi to our regions for the first time, to investing in digital innovation, AI capabilities, the customer experience and loyalty platforms, we are constantly redefining the future of retail. With over 100 nationalities spread across more than 10 countries, our strength lies in our diverse and collaborative community. Here, you’re equipped to turn your ambition into action, building the career you want, while helping us move retail forwards. Join us and be part of The Heart of Tomorrow.

Bachelor Degree; Minimum 4+ years’ experience in visual merchandising; Marketing or other related area of study from an accredited institution; visual merchandising, retailing or any other related field of study with 4 – 5 years’ core experience in visual merchandising.

Accurately implement all company Visual Merchandising policies. Implement easy to shop store grids. Implement well styled mannequins in line with the styling policy. Use appropriate styling techniques and the correct visual elements in the relevant areas to aid customer segmentation. Implement seasonal launches and events on time and “on brand”. Be aware of both store and company best sellers. Have an awareness of competitor activities and trends within Visual Merchandising. Work effectively and communicate regularly with store colleagues and VM Manager to ensure brand consistency. Implement window display guidelines on time and “on brand”. Ensure corporate initiatives are implemented effectively. VM checklist to be maintained and adhered to. Execution of marketing initiatives in the stores. Liaise with the Store Managers everyday for updates on VM processes / requirements / people.