Overview
Lead Store Associate for Merchandise and Visual Presentation at Saks OFF 5TH. The role focuses on executing corporate merchandising and visual direction within the store, maintaining attractive and compelling store presentation aligned with seasonal themes, and ensuring that signage, window displays, and perimeter graphics are updated per corporate standards. This role aims to create a visually engaging shopping experience that drives customer traffic and supports sales.
Responsibilities
- Ensure all in-store displays and product arrangements adhere to corporate visual and merchandising standards.
- Maintain the aesthetic quality and neatness of merchandise displays, adjusting them to reflect seasonal changes and product launches.
- Organize products to create eye-catching displays that enhance the customer shopping experience and increase sales opportunities.
Visual Direction
Follow and implement corporate visual directives to create an appealing store environment, focusing on both aesthetics and functionality.Collaborate with store management to execute visual changes, updates, and campaigns, ensuring alignment with brand standards and seasonal themes.Signage Management
Regularly check and update all in-store signage, promotional displays, and window / perimeter signage.Ensure all seasonal signage is displayed correctly, maintaining a fresh and consistent look in alignment with corporate branding guidelines.Team Leadership
Lead by example in upholding company merchandising and presentation standards. Support and guide store associates on visual presentation best practices and techniques.Provide feedback and training to team members to ensure merchandise and displays are presented to the highest standards.Collaboration With Management
Work closely with the Store Director and Assistant Store Directors to discuss and implement visual changes in the store based on sales, inventory, and seasonal needs.Communicate any merchandise or visual challenges, providing solutions to ensure consistency across the store.Inventory Awareness
Assist with product inventory and stock organization, ensuring the right merchandise is displayed to support sales targets and promotional activities.Customer Experience
Ensure all visual merchandising efforts contribute to creating a welcoming, organized, and enjoyable shopping environment for customers.Monitor customer reactions to displays and signage, adapting strategies where necessary to enhance customer engagement.Physical Requirements
Ability to stand for extended periods.Ability to lift and move merchandise as needed (up to 40 lbs).Ability to climb ladders to arrange displays or adjust signage.Qualifications
Strong understanding of visual presentation principles, including product placement, color theory, and design trends.Ability to follow corporate guidelines and implement visual standards effectively.Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and direct a team.Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks while adhering to deadlines.Attention to detail and ability to maintain high-quality standards in a fast-paced environment.Flexible and adaptable to changing store needs and seasonal adjustments.High school diploma or equivalent; college degree in Visual Merchandising, Marketing, or related field preferred.2+ years of retail experience with a focus on visual merchandising, merchandising coordination, or similar role.Your Life And Career At Saks OFF 5TH
Be part of an empowered, innovative team with a customer-centric mindset and opportunities to influence decisions.Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across different functions within our corporate offices, retail stores, photo studios, and distribution centers.A culture that promotes a flexible work environment.Benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, dental and vision).An amazing employee discount and other exciting perks.Note : This description is intended to reflect the essential duties and responsibilities and is not all-inclusive. Saks OFF 5TH is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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