Chanel Visual Merchandiser
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 17, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.
Chanel Visual Merchandiser role in Tokyo Fashion Division. Oversee boutique displays, window installations, and visual strategy execution across Japan.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and execute visual merchandising plans rooted in brand vision and seasonal concepts, ensuring consistency across all Fashion Division boutique locations
- Implement Paris-issued VM guidelines and collection messaging while adapting to individual store environments and customer traffic patterns
- Conduct regular store audits to assess display execution, product placement, lighting, fixtures, and overall brand image consistency
- Design and install window displays, interior layouts, and event setups for collection launches and promotional events
- Propose display styling, product grouping, and zoning strategies that maximize product appeal while respecting global collection narratives
- Train and coach boutique VM teams and sales staff on guideline interpretation, visual intent, and execution best practices
- Prepare comprehensive VM reports, instruction sheets, and presentation materials using standard business software
- Coordinate with Paris headquarters and domestic boutique teams to ensure seamless implementation of visual strategy
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of professional VMD experience in luxury fashion, designer brands, or upscale department store environments
- Demonstrated expertise in implementing global visual guidelines while adapting to local store conditions
- Hands-on experience with window displays, interior layouts, and spatial design using props, fixtures, and lighting
- Proven track record mentoring retail staff or collaborating with store teams on environmental improvements
- Business-level proficiency in Japanese and English (including email correspondence, document review, and meetings with Paris-based teams)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for creating reports, instruction documentation, and presentation materials
- Preferred: experience with design and spatial visualization tools such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or SketchUp
Skills
Experience
3–5 years of professional visual merchandising or visual design experience in luxury fashion, designer brands, or upscale retail environments; proven ability to execute global visual guidelines while maintaining brand consistency across multiple locations
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; formal education in visual merchandising, interior design, fashion design, or related disciplines is a plus but not required
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan.
Culture
Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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