Visual Merchandising Manager (New York)

Visual Merchandising Manager

Edikted

Position Summary

The Visual Merchandising Manager is responsible for creating visually compelling, trend-driven in-store environments that inspire customers, elevate the brand, and drive sales. This role leads the planning, execution, and maintenance of all visual merchandising across store locations, ensuring consistent alignment with Edikteds brand identity and seasonal directives. The Visual Merchandising Manager partners with store leadership and visual merchandisers to deliver high-impact product presentations, support new store openings, and maintain garment care standards. In addition, this role provides ongoing training and guidance to store teams, ensuring visual execution supports both creative vision and commercial results.

Key Responsibilities

Visual Strategy & Execution

Develop and implement visual merchandising strategies, mood boards, and trend curation that align with seasonal campaigns, product launches, and brand objectives.

Oversee window displays, floor sets, mannequin styling, and product placement to create engaging and commercially effective store presentations.

Ensure visual storytelling supports a seamless customer journey from window to sales floor.

Commercial Impact

Partner with store leadership and visual merchandisers to identify key commercial opportunities and adapt visual layouts to drive sell-through.

Use sales data and trend analysis to inform product placement decisions.

Ensure all visual elements support promotional and marketing campaigns.

New Store Openings & Renovations

Lead visual merchandising planning and execution for new store openings, ensuring brand-right presentation from day one.

Support visual integration during store renovations and remerchandising projects.

Garment Care & Presentation Standards

Oversee garment care standards through proper steaming, folding, and presentation.

Ensure product displays are fully stocked, clean, and aligned with company guidelines at all times.

Training & Development

Provide training to store teams on visual merchandising standards, styling techniques, and garment care practices.

Offer real-time coaching and feedback during floor set execution.

Identify and develop visual merchandising talent for future leadership roles.

Collaboration & Communication

Act as the liaison between design, buying, marketing, and store teams to ensure a consistent brand message across channels.

Communicate visual directives clearly to store teams, providing tools and resources for successful execution.

Compliance & Safety

Ensure all visual displays, signage, and marketing materials comply with local regulations.

Follow all safety procedures when installing or adjusting fixtures, signage, and window displays.

Suggested Qualifications

Experience

3+ years in visual merchandising leadership, preferably in fashion or apparel retail.

Creative Skills

Strong styling, fashion trend knowledge, and visual storytelling abilities.

Commercial Awareness

Ability to balance creative vision with business goals.

Leadership Skills

Experience leading and developing visual teams across multiple locations.

Technical Skills

Proficiency in visual planning tools, floor set mapping, and merchandising software. Preferred experience with Google Suite, Canva and / or Adobe Suite.

Communication Skills

Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 20 lbs, climb ladders, and work with tools / equipment.

Availability

Willingness to travel and work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Why Join Edikted?

Creative Freedom with Commercial Impact

Shape the in-store brand experience while driving sales results.

Fast-Paced Fashion Environment

Work with trend-driven collections and innovative merchandising concepts.

Career Development

Opportunities to advance into multi-location or senior creative leadership roles.

Collaborative Culture

Partner with passionate, creative teams across design, marketing, and retail operations.

Competitive Pay & Perks

Strong compensation, paid time off and sick time accrual, health benefits, travel opportunities, and exclusive product discounts.

On-Site with travel.

Compensation for this role starts at $80,000.00