Drew Egan
MELBOURNE
Summary
Innovative Visual Merchandiser with a strong track record in enhancing brand consistency and customer engagement. Developed impactful displays and optimised store layouts, utilising effective communication and team-building skills. Managed operations across multiple locations, driving customer traffic and sales growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
National Visual Merchandiser
Unison
Melbourne
05.2025 - Current
- Oversee operations for 147 stores across Australia, ensuring consistent merchandising standards
- Execute monthly window displays to enhance visual appeal and attract customers
- Collaborate with head office to develop documents for instore merchandising and mannequin displays
- Implement monthly updates and rotations of new stock
State Visual Merchandiser
Seed Heritage
11.2023 - 05.2025
- Developed visually appealing displays aligning with brand standards and seasonal themes.
- Collaborated with store management to strategise product placement and promotional setups.
- Analysed customer traffic patterns to optimise layout and enhance shopping experience.
- Oversaw operations for 66 stores in Victoria, ensuring alignment with company standards
- Facilitated training sessions for new team members to enhance onboarding experience
Top Store Visual Merchandiser
Seed Heritage
05.2022 - 11.2023
- Managed 15 stores, including flagship businesses and concessions, maintaining high standards of visual merchandising.
- Developed engaging visual displays to enhance customer shopping experiences.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create seasonal merchandising strategies.
- Collaborated with national and state managers to align on business strategies and enhance visual merchandising initiatives.
- Managed inventory levels and visual stock organisation for store presentation.
Area Visual Merchandising Manager
Seed Heritage
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Designed engaging visual displays to enhance brand storytelling and customer experience.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align visual merchandising with marketing strategies.
- Analysed customer feedback to optimise product placement and display effectiveness.
- Oversaw operations across 30 stores to ensure consistency and adherence to brand standards
- Coordinated communication and feedback processes among stores to enhance collaboration and address challenges
Cluster Visual Merchandiser Manager
Seed Heritage
10.2019 - 09.2020
- Managed visual merchandising for 8 stores in city, including Myer and David Jones
- Conducted money mapping to optimise stock placement based on sales figures
- Executed stock unpacking to facilitate timely completion of floor moves
Women’s Store Manager
Seed Heritage
07.2018 - 10.2019
- Managed daily store operations and ensured smooth workflow.
- Trained and supervised staff to enhance customer service skills.
- Oversaw inventory management and maintained stock levels.
- Excelled in high-pressure retail environments to meet customer demands
- Coordinated opening and closing paperwork to ensure smooth store operations
2IC at Highpoint Flagship Store
Seed Heritage
12.2016 - 07.2018
- Executed strategic floor moves to improve product visibility and customer engagement
- Addressed customer inquiries and resolved issues to enhance overall shopping experience
- Assisted manager with daily operational tasks
3IC
Seed Heritage
10.2014 - 12.2016
- Managed cash transactions, ensuring accuracy and security
- Assisted customers with inquiries and problem resolution
- Facilitated stock transfers between locations to maintain inventory levels
Education
Bachelor - Early Childhood and Primary School Teaching
Swinburne Online University
04-2026
Hospitality parks and recreation course - Responsible service of alcohol, Table service of food and beverage
01-2015
Victorian Certificate of Education -
Ave Maria College
Essendon01-2013
Skills
- Visual merchandising
- Store layout
- Brand consistency
- Customer Focus
- Communication
- Team building
- Initiative/Motivation
- Flexible/Adaptive/Persistent
References
Available upon request
Timeline
National Visual Merchandiser
Unison
05.2025 - Current
State Visual Merchandiser
Seed Heritage
11.2023 - 05.2025
Top Store Visual Merchandiser
Seed Heritage
05.2022 - 11.2023
Area Visual Merchandising Manager
Seed Heritage
09.2020 - 05.2022
Cluster Visual Merchandiser Manager
Seed Heritage
10.2019 - 09.2020
Women’s Store Manager
Seed Heritage
07.2018 - 10.2019
2IC at Highpoint Flagship Store
Seed Heritage
12.2016 - 07.2018
3IC
Seed Heritage
10.2014 - 12.2016
Bachelor - Early Childhood and Primary School Teaching
Swinburne Online University
Hospitality parks and recreation course - Responsible service of alcohol, Table service of food and beverage
Victorian Certificate of Education -
Ave Maria College