Cosmos Sport

Multi-brand sportswear retailer with omnichannel presence

In-Store Visual Merchandiser

MerchandisingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeGlyfada, GreeceIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

One year of proven work experience as a Visual Merchandiser, preferably in a sports or fashion customer-focused retail environment.
Solid experience in visual merchandising, including window displays, signs, interior displays, and space utilization.
Creative and innovative thinking.
Exceptional attention to detail and a strong client-service mindset.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and creative environment.
Teamwork and cooperation.
Fluency in English.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Analyze weekly trade reports, including branch reviews and top-ten-by-brand reports, to ensure the store layout is commercially correct.
Analyze reports to address declining areas of the store.
Showcase emerging trends through in-store products to maximize sales.
Delegate and implement weekly visual merchandising pack guidelines with the store team, where applicable.
Refresh product packages to showcase best-selling products and new styles.
Update window displays weekly to feature current, on-trend, best-selling products.
Plan for seasonal changes and peak-trading initiatives while applying commercial awareness.
Create appealing displays that guide customers through the store.
Support the Town Visual Manager with area information as needed.
Complete three-week rosters for the visual team alongside the Store Manager.
Contribute to senior store visits from head office or retail leadership.
Make confident decisions in store.
Co-head shop fits as needed for progression purposes.
Execute new window displays when campaigns launch.
Communicate weekly and daily tasks to delegates and maintain communication with area personnel and head-office coordinators.
Build strong relationships with head-office coordinators through effective communication.
Promote creative change and new ways of working.
Set clear progression objectives for delegates.
Conduct regular performance reviews with the in-store visual team.
Identify talent for development and progression.
Support Town and Area Visual Managers in training and developing Senior In-Store Managers for progression.
Work closely with the Visual Store Manager and Regional Visual Store Manager.
Remain flexible with working hours, especially during peak trading periods.

Desired Qualifications

Previous work experience in a sports or fashion customer-focused retail environment.

In store Visual Merchandiser #JD Sports Γλυφάδα

Cosmos Sport S.A. · Glyfada, Greece · Full-time · Posted 2026-11-06

Workplace: on_site

Description

Established in 1981 with a single store in the North West of England, the JD Group is a leading global omnichannel retailer of Sports, Fashion and Outdoor brands. The Group now has approximately 3,400 stores across 32 territories, with a strong presence in the UK, Europe, North America and Asia Pacific. In JD Group, we believe in extending our entrepreneurial and competitive spirit beyond financial performance to making the world around us a better place. We always strive to do the right thing for our colleagues, our customers, and our communities.

An in store VM Manager is responsible for the training and developing of a wide range of employees throughout the store. You will deliver key merchandising strategies and guidelines to your store team to deliver. Be commercially aware, understand key market trends and competitor activities to make informed decisions.

Have effective communication and relationship building skills. An in-store VM should be self motivated and able to set objectives to achieve set targets and improve overall store and team performance.

Responsibilities

Visual Merchandising:

Analyse sales figures such as weekly Trade reports (branch review, top 10 by brand, BI) to ensure store layout is commercially correct.
Analyse reports to tackle any declining areas of the store.
Showcase up and coming trends through products in store to maximise sales.
Delegate and Implement weekly VM pack guidelines to your team in store where applicable
Re-fresh packages to showcase best selling products as well as new styles to the business.
Update window displays weekly to show the consumer the latest on trend, best selling product of the week.
Continually think ahead, be pro active with new seasonal changes, peak trade initiatives and commercial awareness.
Creating appealing and eye-catching displays that lead the customer through the store.
Support Town Visual Manager with any area information as and when needed.
Ensure 3 weeks rosters are complete for your Visual team alongside the store Manager.
Contribute to any senior store visits from H/O or Retail.
Be confident in decision making in store.
Co-Head shop-fits for progression purposes as and when needed to do so.
Effectively execute new window displays when new campaigns launch.

Communication & Vision:
Effectively communicate weekly & Daily tasks down to your Delegates.
Have strong communication skills with Area personnel.
Create strong relationships with H/O co-ordinators through effective communication.
Inspire creative change and new ways of working.

People & Talent:
Set clear Objectives to your delegates for their progression.
Action regular performance reviews with Visual in-store team.
Be able to spot key talent to develop and progress.
Help and Support Town VM and Area VM to train & develop Senior ISM’s ready to step up.
Work closely with VSM & RVSM.

Travel & Movements:
To be flexible with working hours especially during peak trading times.

Requirements

1-year proven work experience as a Visual Merchandiser (Preferably in a sports/fashion customer focused retail environment)
Solid experience in field of visual merchandising, including window displays, signs, interior displays and space utilisation
Creative and innovative thinker
Exceptional attention to detail and strong Client-Service Mindset
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and creative environment
Teamwork and cooperation
Fluent English and MS Office knowledge

Benefits

Competitive compensation package & performance bonus
Career development opportunities & education programs
Enhanced academic advancement opportunities through our established university partnerships (with discounts of up to 75% at the European University of Cyprus, up to €3,000 at UCLan, and up to 60% at Mediterranean College)
Integrated health & well‑being support for all employees, including free diagnostic tests at Euromedica diagnostic centres and seamless access to a mental health platform
One day off, part of our "parents’ day off" program — offered specifically for the first day of school
Generous employee discount in all our brands (Cosmos Sport, Sneaker10, Slamdunk, Rundome, JD Sports stores)
Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of Cosmos Sport team means a lot to us! We offer a variety of 100+ cool extras! link here

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About the Company

Cosmos Sport

Multi-brand sportswear retailer with omnichannel presence

Cosmos Sport runs a multi-brand sports retail network in Greece and Cyprus, selling apparel, footwear, accessories and equipment from leading brands. It reaches customers through 90+ stores and 9 online shops under 6 brand names, with roots dating back to 1982 and integration into JD Sports Fashion Plc in 2021. The shopping experience spans both physical and online channels, focusing on customer satisfaction and sport culture. Its differentiation comes from its scale, omnichannel presence, broad brand mix, and backing by JD Sports, along with a commitment to inclusion and sustainability. The goal is to deliver the best possible Sports & Athleisure shopping experience at every touchpoint and to empower people to lead more active lives.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Greece
Founded: 1982

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