HQ Amsterdam, US HQ , Amsterdam, North Holland, The Netherlands
Type
full-time
Department
Product
Last seen
34m ago
The Head of VMis responsible for developing and driving the global visual merchandising strategy, ensuring a consistent and impactful brand experience across all regions and store formats. the Head of VM manages a team of regional VM Managers, and collaborates closely with key cross-functional partners (Styling, Merchandising, Allocation, Retail Managers, and Retail Operations). This role requires an exceptional blend of creativity, commercial acumen, and operational expertise, with a strong understanding of menswear and global retail dynamics.
What you will do
•
Define and lead the global VM strategy, ensuring alignment with brand identity, seasonal trend, regional needs and commercial objectives.
•
Partner with the Creative, Allocation and Merchandising teams to constantly evolve VM strategies and in store execution
•
Partner with Store development on new store designs
•
Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing global VM team, including Regional VM Managers and their teams (EMEA, USA, APAC).
•
Provide strategic direction, coaching, and performance management to ensure continuous growth and excellence.
•
Oversee global VM training initiatives, ensuring consistency in execution and the upskilling of both regional teams and store VM ambassadors.
Who you are
•
10+ years of experience in VM with international exposure.
•
Experienced with retail business with 100+ stores globally, with high sales volume
•
Excellent knowledge of menswear styling, fits, and fabrications.
•
Proven record of managing international teams 15+ people
•
Ability to travel frequently, The role requires frequent travel across regions (EU, US, APAC). Working from our EMEA office is preferred but not mandatory.
•
Autonomous and independent, able to manage your priorities and make sure you deliver great work in the established time frames
•
Entrepreneurial mentality, you have a problem-solving attitude
•
Strong verbal and visual presentation skills
•
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
What you will get
•
Autonomy - we don’t care for needles signing off and want you to get things done.
•
Opportunity - make an impact - Disrupt men’s tailoring and be part of a fast-growing, entrepreneurial company that takes customer satisfaction very seriously.
•
Growth - we consider your potential at least as valuable as your current skill set. We want you to grow and to learn. We will help you to do so.
•
Corporate Social Responsibility- we are committed to doing business in a sustainable manner. That’s why we aim to only work with suppliers that meet the internationally recognized standards of the International Labour Organization.
•
Style - Opportunity to work with a beautiful, high-quality product.
•
Compensation: We offer a competitive salary of €88,000 - €115,000 annually, based on relevant skills and experience.