OverviewFoot Locker is hiring a Manager, Retail VM Partnerships to join our team! The manager is accountable for promoting Retail Visual Merchandising for Foot Locker, Inc. through in-store and window visual merchandising programs, plus working with various other marketing departments on special campaigns, events and programs. This role will work closely with Sr. Manager, Retail Visual Merchandising and NA region on setting the strategy for instore presentation in all Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker doors.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the development and implementation of all Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker visual programs, consistent with the divisions’ strategy and image
- Manage the concept and design efforts of all NA visual programs
- Assist with the organization and execution of new and existing programs
- Assist with the strategic direction and problem solving of all existing and future programs
- Assist with the execution of in-store programs of all levels, including elevated displays
- Work closely with Retail NA VM teams to ensure production, development, and implementation strategies of visual programs
- Coordinate timely delivery of programs and kits on a consistent basis
- Systematically direct and accomplish several programs and projects simultaneously
- Adapt to new and evolving program/project modifications per Sr. Executive Directives
- Assist in developing a clear season process calendar for the NA VM department
- Develop and maintain weekly touchpoints with NA region
- Create and maintain all NA guidelines and brand standard directives
Qualifications
- Please provide a link to a personal page/portfolio either on your resume or application
- Relevant Bachelor’s degree is required
- A deep understanding of visual merchandising and customer experience is required
- 3+ years of related experience is required
- Demonstrated experience with design tools including Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Adobe Acrobat etc.,) Keynote, and Sketchup is required
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office 365 suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams) is required
- Familiarity using Apple Mac PC is desirable
- Design experience and/or knowledge of print production is preferred
- Basic understanding of photography is preferred
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to lead discussions and provide clear direction
- Proven ability to manage vendor partner relationships
- Excellent collaboration skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels
- Ability to work cross-functionally and maintain alignment across teams
- Availability to travel a minimum of 20% time per month is required
- The ability to lift 30-40lbs is required
- Passion or knowledge of sneaker culture is helpful
Benefits
The annual base salary range is $85000 - $100000 / year. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. This role is also eligible to receive short term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below.
Foot Locker Benefits:
- Employee Discount
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Paternal Leave
- Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage
- 401(k) | Roth 401(k)
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Parental Leave
- Opportunities for Advancement
- Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
- Strong Company Culture
- Employee Resource Groups
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