Manager, VM Development
Core
Manage the development and production of high-quality visual merchandising (VM) systems for prestige cosmetics retail counters, ensuring manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and quality.
Role type
Manager, Visual Merchandising Development
Builds
3D VM systems, Open Sell displays, and counter-top displays for prestige cosmetic counters (e.g., Sephora, Ulta).
Domain
Retail / Luxury Cosmetics / Manufacturing Engineering
Required skills
Visual merchandising construction methods, injection molding, vacuum-forming, acrylic fabrication, metal fabrication, decoration processes, LED lighting integration, technical drawing review, value engineering, vendor management, project management, cost analysis, regulatory compliance knowledge.
Preferred skills
Mechanical engineering or industrial design education, sketching ability, 5+ years in display industry.
Technologies
Injection Molding, Vacuum-Forming, Acrylic Fabrication, Metal Fabrication, LED lighting, CAD/Engineering drawings.
Responsibilities
Review VM design renderings and partner with designers and procurement to select vendors; evaluate design intent and conduct technical analysis of materials and manufacturing processes; liaise with vendors to assess engineering alternatives and approve proposals; value engineer parts for cost savings; manage vendor development processes and delivery dates; approve engineering drawings, prototypes, and production samples; review testing protocols to ensure durability and quality.