Overview
Visual Merchandising Specialist is responsible for ensuring company directed visual merchandising (VM) strategies and standards are brought to life. This role executes product presentation, styling, and in-store marketing elements to optimize guests’ experiences. It implements product stories, product placement strategies, and sell-through strategies by managing merchandise changes as well as product display and mannequin styling, in accordance with company standards and store needs. They deliver a world-class guest experience on the floor.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with store leadership to bring VM presentation and guest experience to life on the floor.
- Optimize guests’ experiences through consistent implementation of brand standards in key product stories, product placement strategies, and intuitive store navigation for a world-class, guest-centric experience.
- Execute powerful and visually appealing product presentation to enhance the guest experience and drive store sell-through.
- Execute VM flips, including window activations, mannequin styling, signage and label updates, and seasonal or weekly merchandise changes as well as company-driven product initiatives and campaigns, as directed.
- Connect with guests on the floor to assess their needs, provide technical product education, and incorporate omnichannel programs into a seamless end-to-end guest experience.
- Provide direct feedback and in-the-moment training related to brand standards, product placement, and visual display techniques to support team members’ ongoing learning and development.
- Contribute to a respectful and inclusive team environment by establishing supportive working relationships with team members.
Qualifications & Requirements
Must be legally authorized to work in the country in which the store is locatedMust have the ability to travel to assigned store with reliable transportation methodsSchedule & Availability
The work schedule can vary based on store needsShifts are typically scheduled : mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidaysDuring peak timeframes, special events, or other circumstances, the schedule may include early mornings or late nights / overnights for some employeesExperience & Education
1 year of retail or sales work experienceSome education or experience with visual merchandising, fashion merchandising, graphic design, interior design, space planning or related fieldNice to Have (Assets)
Education : High school diploma / GED / equivalent, or above; training or degree in design or a related fieldExperience : retail product merchandising, visual merchandising, or inventory management; managing projects, processes, or administering part of a business operationFor Experiential stores with food / beverage service only : Food safety and / or liquor service certificationWhat We Look For
Inclusion & Diversity : Creates / supports an inclusive environment that values / celebrates differencesIntegrity : Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical mannerVisual Design and Styling : Understanding of color theory, visual display composition, and styling / placement techniquesCollaboration and Teamwork : Works productively with and supports others to achieve goalsAttention to Detail; Self-Leadership; Adaptability / Agility; Interactive CommunicationWork Context
Work involves moving through the store, sometimes with bright lights and loud music in the front of houseWork is accomplished as part of a team, sometimes independently, and sometimes using a computer or other technical devicesWork involves moving boxes, fixtures and mannequins weighing up to 30 lbs (13.6 kg) and may require bending, reaching, stretching, and using ladders to reach materials or adjust presentation elementsCompensation & Benefits
Base Pay Range : $21.00 - $24.16 / hourTarget Bonus : $2.00 / hourTotal Target Base Pay Range : $23.00 - $26.16 / hourExtended health and dental benefits, mental health plansPaid time offSavings and retirement plan matchingGenerous employee discountFitness & yoga classesParenthood top-upDevelopment course offerings, mentorship programs, and leadership series#J-18808-Ljbffr