Visual Merchandiser

Overview

This position offers an hourly starting wage between $25.00 and $27.00, with a full range extending to $42.50 per hour dependent on multiple factors including labor markets, education, experience, and certifications. Beyond compensation, the company prioritizes employee well-being, providing eligible team members and their families with comprehensive medical, vision, dental, life insurance, 401(k), employee discounts, paid sick leave, vacation, and national holidays.

About the Role

The Visual Merchandiser plays a crucial role in enhancing the customer experience by applying company merchandising standards to create visually compelling displays that drive sales. This includes expertise in styling mannequins, fixture placement, in-store marketing integration, and mapping.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize and plan daily and weekly visual merchandising tasks aligned with sales targets, promotions, and events.
• Perform weekly visual compliance assessments and partner with leadership to improve store presentation and guest experience.
• Monitor and guide adherence to store-wide visual standards, elevating merchandise presentation quality.
• Support the implementation of the company’s visual merchandising strategies and in-store marketing materials.
• Ensure accurate execution of visual presentations alongside leadership collaboration.
• Adjust spotlighting to highlight important merchandise features.
• Address merchandising challenges and update displays to maintain appealing presentations.
• Use team huddles for training on visual standards, signage, pricing strategies, and inspiring displays.
• Maintain organized backroom storage and update visual materials as needed.
• Assist with onboarding and ongoing training to enhance team skills in visual merchandising.
• Promote diversity, inclusivity, ethical conduct, safety, and compliance throughout work activities.
• Create positive guest interactions during daily tasks and assist with inquiries, ensuring warm customer service.
• Perform additional duties as required by business needs.

Desired Attributes and Qualifications

• Enjoys engaging with customers and coworkers, with strong interpersonal skills.
• Thrives in an active, fast-paced, physical environment requiring teamwork, adaptability, and creativity.
• Available to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak retail times.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 to 2 years of visual merchandising experience.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Business knowledge including margin and profitability principles and a creative flair aligned with brand standards.
• Leadership skills to guide teams in process and standard adherence.
• Proficiency with communication devices and handheld technology as needed.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing workloads effectively.
• Strong communication skills and a friendly, helpful attitude.
• Capability to maintain focus under pressure and multitask effectively within deadlines.

Physical and Other Requirements

• Access to all store areas to resolve guest or team issues.
• Operation of work assist vehicles and pallet jacks.
• Ability to interpret instructions and manage cash register operations as needed.
• Comfortable climbing ladders and handling merchandise, frequently lifting up to 15 pounds and occasionally up to 44 pounds without assistance.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality with flexible availability.
• Ability to remain on feet and mobile throughout variable shift durations.

Additional Information

The company complies with state and federal fair chance hiring ordinances and will consider applicants with criminal records accordingly. Reasonable accommodations for disabilities during application and interview processes are available upon request.