Associate Visual Merchandiser, Americas

Jimmy Choo•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

Who You Are: You are energetic, collaborative, have strong communication, and are a result driven leader. You thrive in a rapidly changing environment, are curious and have the vision to develop creative strategies to build the visual aesthetic of the brand. You have deep knowledge of the retail market and believe that visual merchandising is critical to the success of the business. GENERAL Support Manager of Visual Merchandising in implementing brand strategies in collaboration with the US Retail, Wholesale, Store Development, Merchandising, and Marketing teams. Responsible for planning, developing and implementing the US Visual Merchandising directives within North America in line with brand image and Global VM standards Weekly visits to West Coast region stores including Wholesale locations to ensure VM standards are implemented and upkept. IN-STORE VISUAL MERCHANDISING Execute Visual Merchandising changes for West Coast Region. Partner with Store Managers and Regional Directors to ensure Visual Merchandising guidelines and deadlines are met. Follow up on VM Planograms and compile as directed by Manager of Visual Merchandising Ensure maintenance of all Stores and follow up on outstanding repair & maintenance issues to ensure optimal brand integrity Compile and review weekly photos to ensure stores are consistent with the visual standards and provide feedback as needed Adapt Global Visual direction based on Regional and Store needs and inventory Manage implementation of seasonal windows and instore visuals. Working closely with vendors on production Coordinate and ensure proper follow-through for all window installations; liaising with local contractors within the directive, timeline, and budget Provide visual standards and guideline presentation training to each store each season, and for new hires as needed MERCHANDISING PLANNING Work closely with the Retail Merchandising team to ensure that VM supports the commercial goals of the business and that brand standards are upheld Partner with the Retail team to seek creative solutions to merchandising issues that arise while maintaining brand image Identify local VM opportunities to support specific regional needs via compelling displays Support New Store Openings and Renovations to ensure product needs are delivered to align with VM timelines. EVENTS, SPECIAL PROJECTS & SHOWROOM Support execution of setup for any West Coast Regional projects Provide VM support, direction, and monitoring of all retail shopping/consumer events (in- store/off-site) Set up visual presentation of the seasonal Press Events display (showroom or off-site) Set up visual presentation of the seasonal Wholesale Commercial showroom TRAVEL Monthly travel required to West Coast/Central region, and as needed to other North American stores including Canada and Mexico

Requirements

Bachelors’ degree in Fashion, Merchandising, Design, or equivalent work experience.
2+ years of experience in Visual Merchandising in a fashion retail environment.
Strong ability to adapt & work well in a fast-paced environment and fluctuating deadlines; prioritize effectively and manage multiple projects.
Excellent taste level in speaking to many facets including merchandising, styling, fixture design, store layout and directives.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interface with domestic and international teams; occasional travel within the US and abroad.

Responsibilities

Support Manager of Visual Merchandising in implementing brand strategies in collaboration with the US Retail, Wholesale, Store Development, Merchandising, and Marketing teams.
Responsible for planning, developing and implementing the US Visual Merchandising directives within North America in line with brand image and Global VM standards
Weekly visits to West Coast region stores including Wholesale locations to ensure VM standards are implemented and upkept.
Execute Visual Merchandising changes for West Coast Region.
Partner with Store Managers and Regional Directors to ensure Visual Merchandising guidelines and deadlines are met.
Follow up on VM Planograms and compile as directed by Manager of Visual Merchandising
Ensure maintenance of all Stores and follow up on outstanding repair & maintenance issues to ensure optimal brand integrity
Compile and review weekly photos to ensure stores are consistent with the visual standards and provide feedback as needed
Adapt Global Visual direction based on Regional and Store needs and inventory
Manage implementation of seasonal windows and instore visuals. Working closely with vendors on production
Coordinate and ensure proper follow-through for all window installations; liaising with local contractors within the directive, timeline, and budget
Provide visual standards and guideline presentation training to each store each season, and for new hires as needed
Work closely with the Retail Merchandising team to ensure that VM supports the commercial goals of the business and that brand standards are upheld
Partner with the Retail team to seek creative solutions to merchandising issues that arise while maintaining brand image
Identify local VM opportunities to support specific regional needs via compelling displays
Support New Store Openings and Renovations to ensure product needs are delivered to align with VM timelines.
Support execution of setup for any West Coast Regional projects
Provide VM support, direction, and monitoring of all retail shopping/consumer events (in- store/off-site)
Set up visual presentation of the seasonal Press Events display (showroom or off-site)
Set up visual presentation of the seasonal Wholesale Commercial showroom
Monthly travel required to West Coast/Central region, and as needed to other North American stores including Canada and Mexico