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The role of the Visual Merchandising Manager is to develop a complete merchandising picture for each area of responsibility. Work with Merchant Team Leaders to understand the intent of each program. Then, interpret that intent and set direction for how the product will be presented across all store formats. Manage the Visual Coordinators and Visual Assistants with lab store set-ups and Visual Communications to the stores.
Essential Function
Collaborate with Merchant Teams to understand their intent for each program.
Form a Point of View on how each merchandise program should be presented in-store inclusive of fixtures and graphics and then gain alignment from merchants and visual partners
Manage visual coordinators and assistants in setting programs in-lab, in-store, or on-computer
Ensure Visual Focuses are incorporated into all programs (storytelling, outfitting, fashion and color direction, mannequin and floor fixture placement and wall impact)
Oversee store communication documents for accuracy, simplicity, and consistency, with a focus on teachable merchandising techniques that can be understood by the store teams
Develop accurate floor plans and planograms with the merchant teams for each area of responsibility
Partner with visual colleagues in the development of sign and fixture programs for each area of responsibility as needed
Lead Seasonal Prototype Store Sets for area of responsibility
Participate in weekly calls with Visual Field Leadership team to add clarity and gain feedback on Visual Directives
Education Level Preferred
 Bachelor's Degree
Business, Fashion Merchandising, Interior Design or related field
Specific Training: In-store merchandising and managing of people required
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Experience Preferred
 7-9 years in-store or corporate Visual Merchandising Experience
Required
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
High level skill and talent to merchandise products and displays in a retail store environment
Ability to space plan and layout store fixtures
High Level Written and Oral Communication Skills
High Level Interpersonal Skills
Management skills and ability to lead and motivate team
Computer Skills – Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Knowledge of CAD, Photoshop, InDesign
Ability to work in multiple file formats, PC & MAC
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
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