Plum Agencies NZ Ltd

25/03/2026

Ever walked into a store and thought… “why is this so hard to shop?”

Chances are, it’s not the product. It’s the ex*****on.

We see it all the time, great brands losing sales over small (but costly) in-store mistakes. Things like poor visibility, missing pricing, or stock sitting out the back instead of on shelf can quietly kill performance.

We’ve pulled together the 10 most common merchandising mistakes we see in-store and what they’re really costing you 👇
https://www.vssnz.com/blog/vss-news-2/10-most-common-merchandising-mistakes-we-see-in-store-111

23/02/2026

One day it’s lipsticks and testers.
The next it’s drills and impact drivers.

Retail isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither are we.

From beauty to big box, our team brings the same attention to detail, the same energy, and the same commitment to getting it right first time.

19/02/2026

In retail, the little things are never little. Straight lines, full shelves, correct ticketing, strong visibility. It all adds up to how a brand feels in-store.

We’re in stores every day across New Zealand making sure our clients show up at their best. Not just present, but positioned to perform.

Because when ex*****on is strong, sales follow.

If your brand deserves better visibility on shelf, let’s talk.

10/02/2026

If it’s ‘almost right’, it’s wrong....

05/02/2026

Quietly fixing things since forever....

02/02/2026

Good merchandising doesn’t just support sales.
It sets them up to win.

That’s where our team stands out. Experienced, detail-driven, and genuinely invested in getting it right first time. From complex planograms to everyday standards, they’re on the ground making brands look great and stores easy to shop, day in and day out.

22/01/2026

Displays have a shelf life. When they’re fresh, they work hard.
When they linger too long, they fade into the background.

Timing matters.

14/01/2026

Advertising may start the conversation, but merchandising finishes it.

Behind every great shelf is a skilled merchandising team making hundreds of small decisions that shoppers never notice, but sales definitely do. Not all merchandisers are the same, and it shows.

04/01/2026

After twenty-eight incredible years as VSS, we now take the next step in our journey. VSS has officially become Plum Agencies NZ Ltd.

This change reflects the evolution of our business after the purchase of the VSS assets and team by Plum Agencies.

What isn’t changing is the part that matters most. The same people, the same values, the same commitment to doing the job right on the retail floor.

Our team, our expertise and the relationships we’ve built across the retail industry remain firmly in place.

What this move gives us is a stronger platform for growth. By bringing VSS and Plum together we’re able to broaden our capability, take on more brands and continue lifting the standard of merchandising and retail support across New Zealand.

If you’ve worked with VSS in the past, you’ll find us exactly where you left us, just with a fresh new name and a wider team behind it.

Thank you to everyone who has supported VSS over the years. We’re excited for this new chapter as Plum Agencies and can’t wait to share what’s coming next.

You may notice some updates across our website and social channels as we complete our rebrand to Plum Agencies NZ Ltd. Behind the scenes, it’s business as usual.

12/10/2025

Name a group that can lift boxes, fix displays, charm store staff, and still leave the aisle sparkling.
We’ll wait.............😉

Of course, it’s our VSS merchandising team - the legends behind every perfectly faced shelf and flawless display. 💪

16/09/2025

When your brand launches something new, you do not have weeks, you need everything perfect now. That is where VSS really delivers.

Local teams, quick deployment, zero delays. We make sure your shelves are stocked, promos are set, and your product looks great every time.

Check out how VSS keeps it fast, local, and reliable:

How VSS Hits the Ground Running

08/09/2025

📌Not all heroes wear capes… some wear name badges and carry clipboards! Here’s to our merchandisers and sales teams who keep shelves full, signage straight, and sales rolling.