Visual Merchandise Manager

Job Title: Visual Manager, Corporate Division: Visual Merchandising

Reports to: Founders

Position Overview:

The Corporate Visual Manager is responsible for developing and executing the overarching visual merchandising strategy across all company functions to align with the brand's identity, enhance the customer experience, and drive sales performance. This role acts as the leader of consistency and excellence in visual standards while adapting to regional needs and market trends.

Key Responsibilities: (including but not limited to)

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Develop and implement a comprehensive visual merchandising strategy in collaboration with the Founders and cross-functional teams.
• Oversee the execution of seasonal and promotional visual campaigns to align with marketing initiatives and product launches.
• Create and communicate detailed visual directives and guidelines to all functions, ensuring alignment with brand standards.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and train Assistant Visual Manager and leaders to ensure consistent brand imaging and execution of visual standards.
• Conduct regular store visits and audits to provide feedback and coaching to retail teams.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Buying, Planning, Marketing, and Retail Operations teams to ensure visual merchandising supports sales objectives and inventory management.
• Provide input on product placement and store layouts to optimize traffic flow and maximize sales potential.
• Collaborate with the design team to develop custom displays, fixtures, and signage.
• Partner closely with Store Managers to ensure consistent execution of visual merchandising standards and brand guidelines across all retail locations.

Analytics & Reporting

• Analyze sales performance data to assess the impact of visual merchandising initiatives and identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare regular reports on visual merchandising successes, challenges, and recommendations for future strategies.

Budget & Resource Management

• Manage the visual merchandising budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources to maximize ROI.
• Oversee the procurement and distribution of visual materials and props for any visual related projects, events, off site production, etc

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Visual Merchandising, Design, Marketing, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in visual merchandising, with at least 3 years in a managerial role in a corporate retail environment.
• Proven track record of delivering creative and impactful visual merchandising strategies.
• Hybrid schedule 4 days in office and one day remote
• Must be willing to travel at least 50% to stores and events

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of retail and consumer behavior.
• Exceptional leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in visual merchandising software and tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite and CAD programs.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and market trends.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.