Full-Time Visual Merchandising Assistant - Newmarket (NZ)

About the role

David Jones exists to inspire Like No Other, and as we continue to deliver on our ambitious transformation agenda in line with our Vision 2025+ strategy, we are committed to creating inspired careers so our people can Thrive.  As a Visual Merchandising Assistant, you will work alongside the Visual Merchandising Manager and play a vital role in enhancing the customer shopping experience by curating our world-class offerings.

If you see yourself as a commercially driven visionary who can create an in-store experience Like No Other, then choose a VM career with David Jones!

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement visual experiences that bring the brand direction to life.
• Create merchandise displays that maximise sale opportunities for specific products or promotions.
• Maintain fixtures and equipment in line with safety standards.
• Set up promotional collateral throughout the store.
• Consider potential opportunities to further develop our visual impact.
• Work collaboratively with the greater team to ensure we are a premium retail destination of choice.

Join us if you

• Have completed or are working towards a Visual Merchandising or Design qualification.
• Are creative and have a keen eye for detail whilst also identifying commercial opportunities.
• Have experience working in a similar role.
• Thrive in an active environment where no two days are the same.
• Believe you have what it takes to represent the vision of David Jones and reinforce our place in the market as a leading international retailer.

Why work for us

• A competitive remuneration package and incentive scheme.
• Generous employee discounts across David Jones.
• A supportive, flexible and engaging environment that will support personal/professional development.
• Be a member of a company committed to sustainable practices
• Ongoing training and development to pursue individual ambitions
• Be a part of an organisation that is connected, works as one, and has a vision to inspire its people, customers, and community.

Our recruitment process

• Quick Apply: Submit your CV and answer a few key questions to get started.
• Chat Interview (20-25 mins): Share your experiences in an online chat, highlighting how your values align with ours.
• Video Interview: Next, impress us further by answering a question via video interview, showcasing your personality and potential.
• Face-to-Face Meet: Selected candidates will meet with the hiring manager to see how they fit into the team and wider business at David Jones.

About us

Since 1838, David Jones’ limitless quest for innovation and progress established the brand as Australia’s original influencer in fashion and lifestyle. Having revolutionised the way Australians shop, David Jones’ creation of a social centre inspired and created lasting memories for past, present and future generations. Today, our vision to inspire Like No Other drives us to continue this legacy in our ambitious purpose to be the destination that inspires, with experiences and services Like No Other.

Our Thriving cultural pillars inspire our people to deliver on our vision and purpose.  We are Customer Obsessed; curious to understand and dedicated to delighting them with seamless solutions as one team. We care for our people, customers, partners and community by creating Inclusive environments through belonging and respect. We Empower with implied trust to act with integrity, value our unique skills and be accountable for our decisions.  We constantly seek Innovative ways of improving, changing and exploring ways that we can inspire.

David Jones is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.