in store visual merchandiser #jd sports the mall athens
Jul 12, 2026 · JD Sports Greece
About the job
An In – Store VM is responsible for the training and developing of a wide range of employees throughout the store. You will deliver key merchandising strategies and guidelines to your store team to deliver. Be commercially aware, understand key market trends and competitor activities to make informed decisions.
Have effective communication and relationship building skills. An in-store VM Manager should be self motivated and able to set objectives to achieve set targets and improve overall store and team performance.
Visual Merchandising:
Analyse sales figures such as weekly Trade reports (branch review, top 10 by brand, BI) to ensure store layout is commercially correct.
Analyse reports to tackle any declining areas of the store.
Showcase up and coming trends through products in store to maximise sales.
Delegate and Implement weekly VM pack guidelines to your team in store where applicable
Re-fresh packages to showcase best selling products as well as new styles to the business.
Update window displays weekly to show the consumer the latest on trend, best selling product of the week.
Continually think ahead, be pro active with new seasonal changes, peak trade initiatives and commercial awareness.
Creating appealing and eye-catching displays that lead the customer through the store.
Support Town Visual Manager with any area information as and when needed.
Ensure 3 weeks rosters are complete for your Visual team alongside the store Manager.
Contribute to any senior store visits from H/O or Retail.
Be confident in decision making in store.
Co-Head shop-fits for progression purposes as and when needed to do so.
Effectively execute new window displays when new campaigns launch.
Communication & Vision:
Effectively communicate weekly & Daily tasks down to your Delegates.
Have strong communication skills with Area personnel.
Create strong relationships with H/O co-ordinators through effective communication.
Inspire creative change and new ways of working.
People & Talent:
Set clear Objectives to your delegates for their progression.
Action regular performance reviews with Visual in-store team.
Be able to spot key talent to develop and progress.
Help and Support Town VM and Area VM to train & develop Senior ISM’s ready to step up.
Work closely with VSM & RVSM.
Travel & Movements:
To be flexible with working hours especially during peak trading times.
Requirements
1-year proven work experience as a Visual Merchandiser (Preferably in a sports/fashion customer focused retail environment)
Solid experience in field of visual merchandising, including window displays, signs, interior displays and space utilisation
Creative and innovative thinker
Exceptional attention to detail and strong Client-Service Mindset
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and creative environment
Teamwork and cooperation
Fluent English and MS Office knowledge
Benefits
Competitive compensation package & performance bonus
Career development opportunities & education programs
Health & wellness programs to keep you active
One day off, part of our "parents’ day off" program
Generous employee discount in all our brands
Up to 75% discount at the European University of Cyprus (face-to-face or online attendance)
Extras, discounts and perks - We offer a variety of 100+ cool extras!
About the company
Established in 1981 with a single store in the North West of England, the JD Group is a leading global omnichannel retailer of Sports Fashion and Outdoor brands. The Group now has 4,850 stores (as at 1 February 2025) across 49 countries (including franchises and joint ventures) with a strong presence in the UK, Europe, North America and Asia Pacific.
Our vision
“Connect globally, inspire locally, empower individually”
JD seeks to inspire the emerging generation of globally minded consumers through a connection to the universal culture of sport, music and fashion.
Our mission
Continuously set the global standard for retail experience through best-in-class operations, connected consumer experiences and the unique delivery of the world’s most authentic brands to the market.
Our values
“Competitive, entrepreneurial, committed, ethical, team orientated”
We believe in extending our entrepreneurial and competitive spirit beyond financial performance to making the world around us a better place. We always strive to do the right thing for our colleagues, our customers and our communities. Read our latest Environment, Social and Governance Report. Find out more about our ESG commitment here.
About the company
Established in 1981 with a single store in the North West of England, the JD Group is a leading global omnichannel retailer of Sports Fashion and Outdoor brands. The Group now has 4,850 stores (as at 1 February 2025) across 49 countries (including franchises and joint ventures) with a strong presence in the UK, Europe, North America and Asia Pacific.
Our vision
“Connect globally, inspire locally, empower individually”
JD seeks to inspire the emerging generation of globally minded consumers through a connection to the universal culture of sport, music and fashion.
Our mission
Continuously set the global standard for retail experience through best-in-class operations, connected consumer experiences and the unique delivery of the world’s most authentic brands to the market.
Our values
“Competitive, entrepreneurial, committed, ethical, team orientated”
We believe in extending our entrepreneurial and competitive spirit beyond financial performance to making the world around us a better place. We always strive to do the right thing for our colleagues, our customers and our communities. Read our latest Environment, Social and Governance Report. Find out more about our ESG commitment here.