Khushboo Gajjar
Christchurch,Sydenham
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a robust background in visual merchandising and customer experience. Known for exceptional team leadership and strong communication skills, contributing to successful store layouts and elevated brand consistency across multiple projects.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual Merchandising Manager
Target Furniture
Auckland, New Zealand
05.2021 - 01.2025
- Delivered 5 full store setups and refits from concept to execution
- Developed Visio floor plans aligned with product strategy and customer flow
- Partnered with store managers to successfully implement layouts
- Elevated and maintained high VM standards across multiple stores
- Directed photoshoots and ensured strong visual brand consistency
Sales Consultant
Target Furniture
Christchurch, New Zealand
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Provided personalised service to customers, understanding their needs and recommending suitable products
- Built strong relationships with customers, leading to repeat business and positive experiences
- Handled customer queries, concerns, and objections professionally
- Consistently contributed to achieving sales targets
- Maintained strong product knowledge to confidently assist customers
- Supported visual merchandising to enhance in-store experience
- Collaborated with management to optimize store layout for improved customer flow.
Assistant Studio Manager
Target Furniture
Auckland, New Zealand
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Coordinated studio operations, including scheduling and workflow management
- Supported marketing campaigns through content creation and shoot execution
- Assisted in visual merchandising direction for digital and promotional assets
- Conducted trend research to support product presentation and campaigns
- Managed post-production processes for marketing visuals
Intern
Target Furniture
Auckland, New Zealand
09.2018 - 11.2018
- Supported product and lifestyle photoshoots through styling and setup
- Ensured consistency in product imagery aligned with brand guidelines
- Researched design and retail trends
- Assisted in creating visual content for digital platforms
Education
No Degree - Graduate Diploma in Applied Management
Otago Polytechnic
Auckland, NZBachelor of Arts - Bachelors in Interior Design
A.P.I.E.D.
Sardar Patel University05.2012
Skills
- Visual Merchandising & Styling
- Retail & Customer Experience
- Content & Campaign Support
- Studio & Shoot Coordination
- Trend Analysis & Market Research
- Project Planning & Scheduling
- Strong Communication
- Problem Solving
Timeline
Visual Merchandising Manager
Target Furniture
05.2021 - 01.2025
Sales Consultant
Target Furniture
05.2020 - 05.2021
Assistant Studio Manager
Target Furniture
01.2019 - 05.2020
Intern
Target Furniture
09.2018 - 11.2018
No Degree - Graduate Diploma in Applied Management
Otago Polytechnic
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelors in Interior Design
A.P.I.E.D.