Visual Lead (Full - Time) - Aspen

ALO•Aspen, CO

1d•$22 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Visual Lead is responsible for achieving store sales and maximizing profitability through visual merchandising in partnership with the Management Team. The role works closely with Operations and Visual Managers to initiate and delegate work and provide feedback to the team in support of store operations. Duties require constant movement throughout the store, including the sales floor and back of house. When not assisting guests, the Visual Lead takes initiative to complete other tasks that keep the store clean, safe, inviting, and operating efficiently. As a visual leader, this role manages operational functions such as shipment, receiving and processing, reverse transfers, sales floor recovery and replenishment, floor-set updates, and supply management. The Visual Lead maintains strategic product presentation, plans visual floor changes with management, executes visual direction within company expectations and timelines, and uses reporting tools to identify and address opportunities involving product placement, outfitting, and stock levels. The role also partners with Operations and Visual Managers on reporting, budgets, expenses, inventory control, supplies, vendor relationships, technology, and facilities. It leads by example, supports associate coaching and development, and works with operations and sales-and-service leaders on training and store execution. The Visual Lead executes company operations directives and opens and closes the store in accordance with visual standards. The position is full-time and based in Aspen, Colorado. The stated base pay range is $22.00–$26.00 per hour. Leads may also participate in the Monthly Store Incentive bonus program. Full-time employees are expected to be available for opening, closing, and weekend shifts, and to work from the week of Black Friday through the first week of January.

Requirements

At least 2 years of prior work experience in a client-centric sales environment.
Proven leadership capabilities and excellent decision-making.
Values feedback, is receptive to receiving feedback, and is eager to provide it.
Self-motivated, with a desire to achieve results and excel individually and as part of a team.
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
Aligns with and embodies ALO’s Guiding Principles.
Requires constant movement around all areas of the store.
Ability to lift, push, carry, or otherwise move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to lift, bend, kneel, climb, crawl, and/or twist, and safely climb up and down a ladder.
Ability to stand and move for an entire shift.
Availability for opening, closing, and weekend shifts.
Availability to work from the week of Black Friday through the first week of January.

Responsibilities

Manage shipment, receiving and processing, reverse transfers, sales floor recovery, intra-day replenishment, floor-set updates, and supply management.
Maintain strategic product presentation and merchandising through product recovery, restocking, destocking, and visual merchandising changes in line with directives and in partnership with the Visual Manager.
Plan visual floor changes with the management team, managing payroll and adapting zones and visual support to business needs.
Execute and maintain visual direction from planning through execution, meeting company expectations, budgets, and timelines.
Use reporting tools with management to identify business opportunities in product placement, outfitting, and stock levels, and make changes as needed.
Partner with Operations and Visual Managers on reporting, budgets, expenses, inventory control, supplies, vendor relationships, technology, and facilities.
Use business metrics to support strategies that drive business results.
Move dynamically on the retail floor to assess and fulfill the needs of the business, team, and guests.
Lead by example and inspire staff in daily operations, guest experience, and visual standards.
Partner with management to coach, guide, and direct associates; support recruitment and talent development.
Use company performance tools to evaluate associates and provide ongoing feedback in partnership with the store leader.
Collaborate with the Operations Lead on cross-functional training and with the Sales & Service Lead to ensure effective business execution.
Execute company-level operations-focused directives, projects, and initiatives with the leadership team to achieve goals and KPIs.
Open and close the store in accordance with visual standards.

Benefits

Generous employee discount.
Free ALO Wellness Club membership with access to streaming fitness and yoga classes.
Competitive medical, dental, and vision plan options.
Free virtual access to mental health providers.
New parent support for employees and dependents.
401(k) with company matching.
Monthly Store Incentive bonus program.
Clothing allowance.
Free yoga classes at ALO Sanctuaries in select cities.
Commuter benefits.