Van Cleef & Arpels Visual Merchandising & Store Planning Executive

Closed The candidacy window for this position at Van Cleef & Arpels has closed.

While this position is no longer receiving submissions as of April 19, 2026, we invite you to explore further opportunities at Van Cleef & Arpels or browse all open roles.

Employment
Contract
Seniority
Mid-Level
Posted
Mar 16, 2026

About Van Cleef & Arpels

Van Cleef & Arpels is a revered haute-joaillerie maison known for exceptional craftsmanship, poetic design and discreet luxury. As part of the Richemont group, the brand combines artisanal savoir‑faire with an international retail footprint and a client‑centric approach to boutique experience.

Van Cleef & Arpels seeks a VM & Store Planning Executive (Contract) in Sydney to oversee visual merchandising and boutique space planning.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement visual merchandising concepts and boutique layouts that reflect the Maison’s creative direction and commercial objectives.
  • Produce and maintain store planograms, floorplans and fixture schedules to optimise traffic flow, sightlines and product presentation.
  • Design window schemes, in‑store vignettes and seasonal displays; create technical installation packs and visual guidelines for local rollout.
  • Coordinate cross‑functionally with Retail Operations, Store Managers, marketing and external vendors to schedule installations and ensure quality control.
  • Manage VM asset inventory and signage libraries; monitor compliance with global VM standards and recommend improvements.
  • Prepare presentation materials and cost estimates for store refreshes, refits and special events; support procurement for fixtures and display elements.
  • Deliver in‑store training and visual coaching to boutique teams to uphold merchandising standards and drive conversion.

Qualifications

  • Proven track record in luxury visual merchandising and store planning within jewellery, watches or high‑end fashion.
  • Strong technical capability in producing scale drawings, planograms and installation specifications.
  • Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to translate creative briefs into operational execution.
  • Ability to manage multiple rollouts and third‑party suppliers while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
  • Understanding of retail KPIs and how VM impacts sales, conversion and client experience.

Skills

Visual merchandising Store planning Space planning Fixture design Planogram development Project coordination Vendor management AutoCAD SketchUp Adobe Illustrator Adobe Photoshop Microsoft Excel

Experience

Typically 3–5 years of progressive experience in visual merchandising and store planning within the luxury sector, with hands‑on involvement in boutique rollouts, window productions and cross‑disciplinary project delivery.

Education

Degree or diploma in Visual Merchandising, Interior Design, Architecture, Retail Design or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.

Workplace

This position is based in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.

Culture

The Maison values meticulous craftsmanship, refined aesthetics and an unwavering commitment to client experience. Teams operate in a collaborative, design‑led environment where attention to detail and respect for heritage guide every retail initiative.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

Frequently Asked Questions

A.

The luxury industry is characterised by a diverse and nuanced nomenclature. Esteemed houses frequently employ proprietary terminology, and even within a single organisation like Van Cleef & Arpels, titles may vary across global markets to reflect local conventions. To ensure absolute clarity, Cerulean assigns a standardised, industry-coherent canonical title to every listing. However, it is worth noting that this role is functionally synonymous with «Visual Merchandiser — Store Planning», «Retail Space Planning Specialist», «Boutique Visual Planner», «Store Visual Standards Executive», and other variations. Our sophisticated search architecture anticipates these variations, ensuring that inquiries using related terms will seamlessly yield the exact roles you desire.