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Creative Cape Town

Creative Cape Town communicates, supports and facilitates the development of the creative and knowledge economy in the Central City of Cape Town.

Website: http://www.creativecapetown.net
Location: Cape Town
Members: 13
Latest Activity: Jun 22

Creative Cape Town is focussing strongly on design through two programmes - The World Design Capital Bid 2014 and East City Design Initiative. We partner with amongst others Design Indaba, Cape Craft and Design Institute, Cape Town Fashion Council, Cape IT Initiative, CPUT's Faculty of Informatics and Design and UCT's African Centre for Cities. Please subscribe on our website to our newsletter and receive monthly updates.

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Is Cape Town a Design City?

Tell us what you think? What makes it a "Design City" and where is it lacking?

Started by Zayd Minty Jan 14.

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Letia Kleinsmith Comment by Letia Kleinsmith on June 15, 2010 at 4:42pm
Our client is a leading force in the furniture and homeware retail industry, renowned for the eclectic product ranges that have been sourced by hand, locally and from all over the world. They specialise in contemporary furniture and unique décor accessories with a focus on the use of sustainable materials and environmentally responsible production techniques. Each item is selected for its design integrity, quality and character. Join this dynamic group who is a proud recognized, national brand.

National Visual Merchandising Manager – Furniture & Homeware – Cape Town

Based at Head Office in Cape Town you will be responsible for:
• Planning, implementing, managing and maintaining the merchandising of furniture and homeware on a national level
• Merchandising and styling in line with the company’s brand to maximise sales
• The “look” of the store which means ensuring products appear in the right place at the right time and in the right quantities
• Working closely with the Managing Director and Buyer to accurately forecast trends, plan stock levels and monitor performance
• Spending 40% of your time planning at Head Office and the rest spent in the stores
• Willingness to travel to nationally
• Training of in-store Merchandisers to ensure that everyone fully understands the requirements
• Continuous management of the Merchandisers in each store as well as management of the Merchandising Plan • Planning the product range with the Managing Director and Buyer

With a qualification in Interior Design and a proven track record in this area you will demonstrate a passion for merchandising and décor with a creative streak to put a theme together in line with the look required. You will further demonstrate a positive, hands-on, can-do attitude and be able to work independently as well as be a team player.

Requirements: • Comprehensive Microsoft office skills are essential as well as knowledge of CAD light (or similar package) • Valid Driver license • A positive, energetic, self-starter with excellent problem solving and decision-making skills • Good management and organisational skills, as well as a sound understanding of the retail market • Being able to work well under pressure is pre-requisite

To apply please email your CV to: letia@i-resourcing.co.za
 

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Zayd Minty nicola Felix Holm marthina jacobs Adri van Zyl Fazlin Hoosain Hilary Alexander Christine Goosen Ashraf ArchiCAD by Apix Letia Kleinsmith Sebastian van Greunen Leslay Greenslade
 
 
 

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