Job Description
About the Role
As the Senior Manager of Visual Merchandising you will lead the development and execution of seasonal floorsets, floorplans, window displays, fixture programs, and visual standards that support both the customer experience and business goals. You will partner with Merchandising, Planning, Store Operations, and field teams to ensure store presentations are compelling and aligned with Brand direction. You will support new store planning, communication of visual strategies, and coaching team members. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, collaborative leader who is passionate about product storytelling, developing people, and creating inspiring customer experiences.
You're excited about this opportunity because you will...
• create visual strategy and vision for all of retail including merchandising, visuals, marketing, promotional strategies, etc.
• Oversee floorset product presentation in the corporate prototype store
• Ensure store merchandising supports the window marketing for each floorset change
• Oversee roll-out of all Visual presentation materials to the field
• Partner with the Marketing team to create compelling window displays
• Oversee store ranking program and implement the Visual and Inventory allocation tool for floorsets.
• Develop and communicate the retail visual strategy and vision across merchandising, visual presentation, marketing, promotional strategies, and related business initiatives
• Manage Associate Visual Manager(s)
• Ensure new store floorplans reflect the 3 year strategy and key initiatives
• Partner with Mgr, Strategic Planning to ensure all product is placed and has the best selling opportunity
• Implement and maintain Visual Standards Binder updates
• Train new associates on Visual merchandising standards
• Ensure District stores are following plans per corporate direction
• Create and oversee floorplan direction and communication for all seasons
• Communicate weekly merchandising updates to RM's, DM's & Stores
• Oversee all floorplan merchandising strategies and meetings
We're excited about you because...
• 3-5 years corporate Visual Merchandising experience or related area
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excel, Illustrator & Quark knowledge
• Strong business acumen preferably within a corporate retail environment
Physical Requirements
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to type on a keyboard and operate a PC
• Ability to converse over a telephone
• Ability to transport materials or equipment or lifting, moving, carrying objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis
• Ability to work in office and perform in corporate environment
Location
This role is based onsite in our Portland, OR office.
Benefits
• A generous discount on all WSI brands
• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
• Tax-free commuter benefits
• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
Continued Learning
• In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
• Resources for self-development
• Advisor (Mentor) program
• Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series
WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).
This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.
