Manikandan D
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Experienced cluster visual merchandiser, having the ability to drive forward through innovative visual schemes and concepts. Possessing a proven ability to make a strong impact with visual merchandising and having a flair for redesigning in-store layouts to drive sales forward. Have a strong product knowledge and implement visual guidelines across the stores to ensure that visual standards are maintained at all the stores. Adept at using Adobe Creative tools such as Illustrator, Photoshop, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and V-Ray for visual design.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cluster Visual Merchandiser
Aldo - Apparel Group LLC
Abu Dhabi, Dubai
11.2024 - Current
- Inspired and trained team members in both creative and logistical aspects of visual merchandising, equipping colleagues to design and implement innovative displays.
- Presented updated floor plans and design strategy to store management.
- Created and maintained visual merchandising standards, guidelines, and policies.
- Supervised a team of Visual Merchandisers who executed daily tasks such as window displays and mannequin styling.
- Enhanced store and display appearance utilizing seasonal promotions and trends to drive strategy.
- Provided training sessions for staff members on proper display techniques for different types of merchandise.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in existing processes related to visual display techniques.
Visual Merchandiser
Celio Phoenix Fashion Pvt Ltd
Abu Dhabi, Dubai
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Handled all stores in the UAE.
- Followed prepared sketches and planograms to arrange consistent shelves, racks and bins across various locations.
- Conducted research on trends in retail design, color schemes, lighting, display techniques.
- Maintained visual merchandising storage area and room to prevent damage or destruction of existing visual collateral or tools.
- Taught sales staff to properly coordinate clothing racks and counter displays to maximize promotional effectiveness.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Area Visual Merchandiser
Celio future fashion Private Limited
Bangalore
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Implemented guidelines across three states and 16 stores while maintaining company planograms and layouts.
- Collaborated with merchandising, sales management, and operations teams to ensure promotional accuracy.
- Managed relationships with regional managers to analyze sales data and drive business improvements.
- Designed aesthetic concepts for window displays and in-store layouts for cohesive branding.
- Coordinated vendor management to ensure timely material delivery and negotiate pricing effectively.
Visual Merchandiser Manager
Future Group fashion Private Limited
Bangalore
09.2019 - 05.2022
- Managed 140,000 square feet of retail space with over 220 brands to maximize operational efficiency.
- Maintained store SOPs and display standards, optimizing customer experience.
- Coordinated weekly PPT submissions, ensuring accurate task ID assignments.
- Collaborated with head office for timely release of purchase orders.
- Negotiated vendor contracts for procurement of props and fixtures for displays.
- Monitored achievement goals on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.
- Worked collaboratively with cross-functional teams to drive goal attainment.
Visual Merchandiser (Internship)
FOREVER NEW Apperal Private Limited
Bangalore
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Mastering corporate guidelines, client behavior, merchandise training, mannequin aesthetics, and planogram organization.
Education
Visual merchandising - Retail Store Design
JD Institute of Fashion Technology
BANGALORE01.2024
Masters - Fashion merchandising & Retail management
VOGUE INSTITUTE OF FASHION TECHNOLOGY (VIFT)
BANGALORE01.2018
Skills
- Visual Merchandising
- Retail Store Design
- Adobe Creative Suite (Illustration, Photoshop, AutoCAD, SketchUp, V-Ray)
- Creative thinking
- Mannequin styling
- Interior retail displays
- Vendor management
- Floor plan design
- Time management abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
Websites
- Https://www.linkedin.com/in/manikandan-d-7178b5170
- Https://www.behance.net/gallery/188395591/Visual-Merchandising-Retail-Store-Planning
Timeline
Cluster Visual Merchandiser
Aldo - Apparel Group LLC
11.2024 - Current
Visual Merchandiser
Celio Phoenix Fashion Pvt Ltd
06.2024 - 10.2024
Area Visual Merchandiser
Celio future fashion Private Limited
05.2022 - 12.2023
Visual Merchandiser Manager
Future Group fashion Private Limited
09.2019 - 05.2022
Visual Merchandiser (Internship)
FOREVER NEW Apperal Private Limited
02.2018 - 03.2019
Visual merchandising - Retail Store Design
JD Institute of Fashion Technology
Masters - Fashion merchandising & Retail management
VOGUE INSTITUTE OF FASHION TECHNOLOGY (VIFT)
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