Head of Visual Merchandising

Are you ready to shape the future of visual storytelling in fashion retail 
At & Other Stories we believe in the power of visual experiences to inspire engage and connect. Were now creating a brandnew global role and were looking for a visionary leader who can take our instore expression to the next level.  

As Head of Visual Merchandising youll be part of a dynamic creative and collaborative team with the unique opportunity to influence how our brand comes to life across the globe. If youre passionate about fashion driven by customer experience and ready to lead both strategy and execution this is your moment. 

What you will do 

• Set and lead the global visual merchandising strategy in alignment with our brand vision. 
• Partner crossfunctionally with retail creative marketing and merchandising teams to ensure cohesive customer experiences. 
• Lead inspire and develop a team of visual creatives while indirectly influencing regional teams across global markets. 
• Drive the visual execution in stores across Europe the US and APAC. 
• Shape new store layouts and customer journeys from a visual merchandising perspective. 
• Analyse and monitor store performance adapting strategies for local markets and shortterm selling opportunities. 
• Build store communities and develop the VM function to support both omni channel and retail sales. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

To succeed in this role you have a solid background in visual merchandising within fashion retail. You know how to translate brand vision into impactful customer experiences and you thrive on the balance between creativity and commerciality. Youre confident working both strategically and operationally and youre used to leading in complex crossfunctional environments. 

We believe youll bring: 

• Proven leadership experience including staff responsibility and a track record of developing highperforming teams. 
• A commercial mindset with deep understanding of how visual presentation drives sales and brand connection. 
• Experience working across multiple international markets adapting global strategies to local needs. 
• Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to build strong partnerships across functions. 
• The ability to lead change and implement new ways of working in a growing organisation. 

Strong communication skills in English are essential and proficiency in tools like Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office will support your daily work. Experience with digital and omnichannel retail environments is highly valued. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

This is a full time permanent position based at our Head Office in Kungsholmen Stockholm.  

Benefits  

We offer all our employees attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. All our employees receive a 25% staff discount usable on all our H&M Group brands in stores and online. In addition to our staff discount all our employees are included in our H&M Incentive Program HIP. You can read more about our H&M Incentive Program here. 

In addition to this & Other Stories based colleagues also receive  

• 30 days holiday  
• We offer a collective agreement which includes pension and life insurance 
• Wellness benefit 3000kr/year 
• Benify Benefits Portal  
• Community with activities  

Inclusion & Diversity 

At & Other Stories were determined to create and maintain inclusive diverse and equitable workplaces throughout our organisation. Our teams should consist of a variety of people who share and combine their knowledge experience and ideas. Having a diverse workforce leads to a positive impact on how we address challenges what we perceive as possible and how we choose to relate to our colleagues and customers all over the world therefore all diversity dimensions are taken into consideration in our recruitment process. 

Company Description 

& Other Stories offers fashionloving women a wide range of shoes bags accessories beauty and readytowear all equally important for the whole look. We inspire women to create their own personal style and expression. Our ateliers design diverse collections with great attention to detail and quality always with modern femininity in mind. Learn more about & Other Stories here. 

In this role you will be able to take advantage of a hybrid working arrangement. You will have the flexibility to work both remotely and from the office. While remote working is part of our offer approx. 4 days per week office presence is required to foster strong collaborations and team work.  

Ready to apply Click on the IM INTERESTED link where you can upload your CV securely. Once we have received your application we will keep you updated regularly about the status of your application so please look out for our email.  

Closing Date: 30th May

We are looking forward to hearing from you!