Tommy Hilfiger Manager, Visual Merchandising and Store Design

Role & Responsibilities

• Develop and execute creative window display and in-store visual merchandising concepts aligned with brand aesthetics and commercial objectives
• Create and coordinate regular visual merchandising plans with retail managers, ensuring timely execution, documentation, and quality control across all locations
• Manage relationships with contractors and production professionals for prop sourcing, production, and timely installation on budget
• Implement seasonal merchandising guidelines, floor sets, and marketing materials in accordance with new product launch calendars
• Coach, train, and develop visual merchandisers and display staff to maintain quality standards and maximize sales performance
• Present seasonal concepts and new initiatives during team training sessions
• Oversee new store concept development, establish planning standards, and ensure compliance with brand guidelines
• Plan and communicate store setups—both new and renovated—to optimize assortments and meet local requirements within budget
• Supervise design outsourcing agencies and manage the store planning project database, including drawings, documentation, and material packages
• Conduct regular market and site visits to monitor construction progress and ensure design intent compliance
• Partner with Regional Store Planning teams, retail operations, and local stakeholders to coordinate project execution
• Foster collaborative team culture and motivate visual merchandising staff to achieve strategic goals

Qualifications

• University graduate with a major in Fashion, Art, Visual Merchandising Design, or Fashion Retail
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in fashion retail visual merchandising and store design
• At least 3 years of supervisory or management experience leading creative staff, visual merchandisers, and display teams
• Demonstrated expertise in color theory, styling, outfit coordination, and current fashion trends
• Strong proficiency in store planning, space planning, and design coordination
• Proven ability to communicate design concepts to store teams and maintain VM quality standards
• Excellent project management and time management capabilities
• Fluent in written and verbal Chinese (Cantonese/Mandarin) and English

Skills

Experience

Above 10 years of relevant experience in the fashion retail industry, including visual merchandising and store design functions. Minimum 3 years in a supervisory or management capacity overseeing creative staff. Experience working directly with brand principals is advantageous.

Education

University degree with a major in Fashion, Art, Visual Merchandising Design, Fashion Retail, or equivalent field. Alternative: 8–10 years of substantial practical VM experience may substitute for formal qualification.

Workplace

About Cerulean

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