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Trainee Retail Sales & Visual Merchandising Assistant, Oxford
Client: Bluetownonline
Location: Oxford, United Kingdom
Job Category: Retail
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 0ed9ac24b5a3
Job Views: 7
Posted: 22.02.2025
Expiry Date: 08.04.2025
Job Description:
Job Title: Trainee Retail Sales & Visual Merchandising Assistant
Location: Oxford
Job Type: Permanent / Full time
About Us: Established in 1877, Shepherd & Woodward are the largest supplier of Academic Gowns and Robes to Oxford University, having been supplying Oxford undergraduates and postgraduates for over 150 years. Every student, Fellow, Tutor, and Don in Oxford knows that our knowledge of Academic regalia has no comparison, and our unique experience ensures that every detail can be guaranteed as correct. We also supply a large selection of specialist men’s clothing, ladies clothing, outerwear, and formal wear.
About the role: Are you passionate about fashion and eager to develop a career in retail? We are offering a fantastic opportunity for a Trainee Retail Sales & Visual Merchandising Assistant to gain hands-on experience in menswear sales and store presentation while learning from seasoned professionals.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Customer Service & Sales: Develop skills in assisting customers, providing styling advice, and understanding the art of selling premium menswear.
* Product Knowledge: Gain expertise in tailoring, fabric choices, and fit, particularly for Made-to-Measure garments.
* Visual Merchandising: Work closely with an experienced mentor to help dress mannequins and learn to create visually appealing displays, ensuring the store reflects the brand’s heritage and craftsmanship.
* Stock Management: Assist with organizing inventory, learning how to maintain an efficient and well-presented shop floor.
* Event Preparation: Support the team in setting up in-store events and external fittings, such as graduation gowning services.
* Shadow & Learn: Observe and train under an experienced professional, gaining real-world insights into high-quality retail operations and visual merchandising.
About you:
Who We’re Looking For:
* Enthusiastic and eager to learn about menswear retail and visual merchandising.
* Passionate about fashion, presentation, and customer experience.
* Good attention to detail and a creative eye for styling and store displays.
* A team player with a proactive and positive attitude.
* No prior experience necessary – just a willingness to learn and grow.
This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to build a career in luxury retail, visual merchandising, or styling. If you have a keen interest in menswear and want to learn from experienced professionals, we’d love to hear from you!
Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role.
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