UNIQLO Visual Assistant Manager (Full-Time) - University Town Center

Uniqlo•San Diego, CA

About The Position

The Visual Assistant Manager reports to the General Manager and addresses store-specific visual and merchandising challenges using brand standards and corporate visual guidelines. The role adapts corporate visual direction to the store’s needs and inventory levels, maintains brand integrity, and drives sales through strategic merchandise placement and compelling displays. The position also supports store objectives, customer service, team development, and effective management of the in-store presentation budget.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three to four years of retail visual merchandising or display experience.
Proven visual merchandising ability within a high-volume vertical retailer.
Ability to create and direct visual merchandising displays, manage priorities, and execute initiatives.
Attention to detail; strong time management and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with customers and store personnel.
Ability to understand, interpret, and delegate based on headquarters visual merchandising tools and direction.
Ability to address store-specific visual and merchandising challenges using brand standards and headquarters direction.
Ability to identify visual merchandising opportunities and develop creative solutions.
Proven ability to build teams and partnerships and to train and develop a team.
Leads by example and is hands-on; maintains a positive, professional, flexible, and adaptable attitude.
Ability to prioritize tasks and respond to changing priorities.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that meets business needs, including evenings and weekends; overnight work is necessary.
Relocation may be required based on business needs.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; stand for long periods; read computer terminals; push, pull, or move objects of at least 25 pounds; and maneuver around the sales floor and stockroom with repetitive bending, twisting, stooping, squatting, and climbing.
Full-time availability averages 32 or more hours per week based on business seasonality. Availability restrictions are limited to three days, with only one restriction permitted Friday through Sunday; at least one restriction must be time-based. Religious exemptions will be considered.
Full-time employees may have only two days off per week, both within the same Monday–Sunday workweek, and must be available for at least a five-day workweek.

Responsibilities

Create, order, train on, and maintain brand standards for visual presentation, cleanliness, and organization throughout the store.
Plan and execute new-item deliveries so products are placed promptly and garments are represented on the sales floor in full size runs with appropriate signage.
Partner with corporate to create, prepare for, and implement seasonal merchandising presentations and new visual merchandising initiatives.
Develop monthly store layout and in-store presentation plans with Store Managers and the General Manager.
Monitor merchandise sell-through and replenishment with store management using sales reports.
Partner with management on visual merchandising decisions that affect store workload and sales.
Create and update visually appealing, brand-appropriate displays to drive sell-through and maximize business results.
Ensure lighting and signage meet company standards and effectively highlight merchandise and displays.
Support store management in meeting store objectives, including customer service and operational initiatives.
Meet customer needs and exceed expectations by following UNIQLO service standards, Fundamental Principles, and six standard phrases.
Provide product and brand knowledge to employees and customers.
Model and enforce company policies and procedures.
Assist with special projects assigned by management.
Partner with Store Managers to identify and resolve store issues.
Manage the in-store visual merchandising presentation budget and identify cost-effective ways to control spending.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities for driven team members who consistently deliver strong results.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage (full-time only).
401(k) plan with 100% match on the first 3% contributed and 50% match on the next 2% contributed.
Paid parental leave (full-time only).
Fertility benefits, including IVF (full-time only).
Life insurance (full-time only).
Short-term and long-term disability insurance (full-time only).
HSA/FSA options (full-time only).
Employee Assistance Program.
Vacation and personal time off (full-time only).
Sick and wellness time off.
30% employee merchandise discount.
Employee referral bonus.
Commuter benefits.