Visual Merchandising Specialist

$16.00-17.00 / hour

The Visual Merchandising Specialist is responsible for delivering a timely execution of the Event Calendar and to deliver a consistent in-store experience for our customers that meets or exceeds their expectations and to improve the overall standards in our stores one department at a time.

The Visual Merchandising Specialist will also be instrumental in elevating visual standards in coordination with the in-store events.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Departmental Clean-ups

Utilize merchandise standards manuals to deep dive and bring to brand standards a specific department

Execute workload according to workload calendar and event directives

Ensure clean-up is completed on time in alignment with the marketing event

Work collaboratively within the store team

Follow up with the Visual Merchandising Manager on any opportunities before and after the clean-up is complete

Department Reinventions

Plan the department reinventions utilizing the standards manual

Deliver reinvention on the agreed upon timeline

Plan work according to workload calendar

Follow the direction as specified in the merchandising standards manual

Communicate any issues when setting the reinvention to the Store Director

Complete any new signing directives associated with the reinvention

Communicate daily with Visual Merchandising Manager

Clearance Execution Events

Responsible for redline / green line markdowns

Inventory supplies prior to beginning any markdown project

Mark and label each item and move to appropriate shelf

Place stickers in a visible location on the product

Use appropriate signage

Refer to the most current version of the clearance guide to ensure accurate execution.

Visual Operations

Handle Visual Merchandiser material and visual scheme orders

Control quantity and condition of all incoming visual material

Maintain and care for all display and interior material with sustainability in mind

Provide updates of all VM information material in the store

And, any additional assigned responsibilities.

Qualifications and Competencies

Contributes to a customer focused environment while demonstrating excellent service

Communicates clearly with customers, team and leadership

Reliable and trustworthy

Ability to work effectively independently and within a team to perform all tasks as assigned

Maintains a positive attitude; works with a sense of urgency; demonstrates timely and thoroughly execution

Flexible with an ability to handle multiple tasks where priorities shift with the demands of the business

At least 18 years old

High School Diploma / Equivalent

Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and some holiday

Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs., team lift 100 lbs.