Merchandiser

Shop-in-Shop Visual Merchandiser

📍 Johannesburg, South Africa

At PUMA, we value SPEED & SPIRIT – qualities that define our people. We encourage you to:

Be Driven in performance,

Be Vibrant in honoring our sporting legacy,

Be Together in teamwork, and

Be You, letting your unique skills and personality shine.

Applying is simple: click APPLY ONLINE and upload your details. Every application is reviewed by real people, ensuring fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity.

No automated systems make hiring decisions—though AI may support admin tasks like scheduling interviews, the final decisions are always made by people.

At PUMA, we believe in creating an inclusive space where everyone is welcome and empowered.


Qualifications & Skills (Your Talent)

Degree in fashion design or related field

2–3 years’ experience in visual merchandising

Previous retail or merchandising experience

Proficiency in SAP, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet tools

Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel


Key Responsibilities (Your Mission)

As a Visual Merchandiser, you’ll design, implement, and manage visual strategies to showcase PUMA’s brand, products, and services in-store.

Research trends in design and lifestyle

Collaborate with Sales and Retail Managers on sales strategies

Source props, fabrics, lighting, and materials

Manage budgets and negotiate with suppliers

Optimize store layouts using architectural features

Create visual merchandising packs and guidelines

Visit stores to coach staff on displays and standards

Build, install, or remove window and in-store displays

Conduct comparison shopping (comp-shops)

Support store openings with planned merchandising

Motivate teams to meet tight display deadlines

Maintain strong knowledge of sporting, retail, and consumer goods markets


About PUMA

Equal opportunity employer—no discrimination based on race, gender, religion, orientation, age, or disability.

Over 21,000 employees across 51 countries.

Brands include PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd.

Global headquarters: Herzogenaurach, Germany.