Sr Manager, Visual Merchandising - Rejuvenation

Williams-Sonoma•Portland, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Visual Merchandising team is passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving results through visual storytelling. We collaborate closely with Marketing, Merchandising, Store Operations, and Field teams to create consistent, impactful presentations across all locations. 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.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

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

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
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