District Visual Merchandiser

The Paper Store•Acton, MA

1d•$60,000 - $67,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The District Visual Merchandiser is responsible for ensuring the integrity of The Paper Store brand through consistent execution of merchandising direction within a district(s). This role will oversee multiple districts across Connecticut and Long Island. The District Visual Merchandiser exercises independent judgment and discretion in developing strategies to uphold the visual merchandising standards within a district(s). This individual takes accountability for product and presentation direction; identifies needs, develops plans, and follows up to ensure effective execution. The District Visual Merchandiser will contribute to the overall sales of the store by modelling the GUEST program and creating a visually inspiring environment that is merchandised appropriately. In addition, you will be responsible for supporting store projects both within and outside of your assigned district, creating and setting store directions.

Requirements

4+ years of specialty retail visual merchandising experience, including store management and presentation execution, is required.
BS/BA required (preferably in visual merchandising)
Excellent merchandising skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong functional leadership skills
Ability to influence and motivate others
Ability to plan, prioritize and organize
Ability to train and develop others
Competition and industry aware, knowledge of market
Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service when on the sales floor
Flexible schedule to include nights, weekends, and holidays
Travel will be required up to and including overnight stays
Ability to work 3+ days/week at the Corporate Office in Acton, MA
Professional presentation in attire, demeanor, and appearance
Having previous experience in specialty retail visual merchandising is required
Retail management experience, including visual merchandising and presentation experience
BS/BA required (preferably in visual merchandising)
4+ years of retail visual merchandising experience

Responsibilities

Be a TPS brand ambassador
Demonstrate extraordinary service by leading by example on the sales floor and participate in the customer experience as needed by facilitating seamless customer service
Implement company visual /merchandising planograms in appropriate time frames to drive store sales
Drive brand loyalty by ensuring exceptional customer experience through well-merchandised, visually engaging, brand appropriate environments throughout the district
Ensure district(s) team understands the brand aesthetic; reinforces company goals and objectives at store level
Provide feedback/solutions, successes/opportunities regarding store presentations to store management, district manager(s) and regional visual manager
Demonstrate a strong working relationship with store managers & visual managers and demonstrates ability to challenge at this level to influence key visual decisions in stores
Oversee the mapping, planning and implementation of all visual presentations within district(s)
Resolve store specific merchandising challenges that require adaptations based on store architecture, inventory levels, and business trends, in line with the presentation book and seasonal strategies; works ‘hands on’ with store teams
Develop creative merchandising solutions to drive sales and margin
Partner with DM to identify developmental opportunities of store staff
Assist in the interviewing and selection of visual merchandising associates
Participate and support the planning, executing and follow up of key rollouts and initiatives
Effectively lead other department managers and specialists in all areas of visual presentation and work collaboratively with them to ensure a harmonious physical presentation
Drive innovation and seek creative solutions to merchandising problems that arise, such as lack of space, inconsistencies in floor layout, product sell through, etc.
Ensure all marketing and promotion signage is up to date and placed correctly
Participate in all New Store Openings & Remodels w/ in their district
Partner w/ the Retail Store Project Manager at all New Store Openings & Remodel w/ in their district
Travel outside of district to New Store Openings & Remodel when needed
Act as a brand ambassador by modeling the G.U.E.S.T. service approach, and consistently delivering world class customer service.
Coach other associates on how to deliver world class service and provide feedback to individual store leadership and district management