Visual Merchandise Manager
About The Position
Fossil Group is seeking a full-time, strategic, and creative Corporate Visual Merchandising Manager to lead the end-to-end visual merchandising process. The role develops and executes compelling in-store and window presentations that elevate the guest experience, align with brand vision, and support financial goals across retail and wholesale channels and global markets. It owns presentation across product categories including watches, jewelry, and handbags, balancing creative vision with technical problem-solving. The manager oversees sample pipelines, generates global visual directives, assists with quarterly fixture procurement, and maintains clear communication with global field teams. The position works closely with cross-functional partners to translate creative concepts, industry trends, and consumer behavior into commercially successful presentations and measurable sales growth. The role is onsite Monday through Thursday and remote on Fridays, with travel as needed for store openings, visits, and setups.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience as a Visual Merchandising Manager, including direct experience leading, mentoring, and managing direct reports.
- Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and InDesign.
- Demonstrated background in spatial design, store layout, composition, and innovative presentation principles.
- Strong passion for style, design, and current fashion retail trends.
- Exceptional organizational skills and a proven ability to manage deadlines across multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to learn quickly, work flexibly, and rapidly implement design concepts independently and collaboratively.
- Acute attention to detail in presentation, execution, and visual accuracy.
- Ability to stand for long periods, climb ladders, and lift or maneuver display props and fixtures weighing 30+ lbs.
Nice To Haves
- Previous visual merchandising experience within fashion retail is highly preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Visual Merchandising, Design, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
- Experience with 3D design or rendering software such as SketchUp, Rhino, or Vectorworks.
Responsibilities
- Conceptualize, develop, and execute visual merchandising strategies and seasonal initiatives across global markets.
- Collaborate with Brand, Environmental Design, Marketing, Procurement, and Creative teams to enhance customer touchpoints and maintain consistent global brand standards.
- Partner with Store Operations and Field teams to execute visual standards, New Store Openings, and floor sets.
- Create, distribute, and maintain visual directives for regional visual merchandising teams worldwide.
- Translate industry trends and consumer behavior into commercially successful floor layouts that maximize store performance and customer engagement.
- Manage multiple complex projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Own visual presentation across product categories, including watches, jewelry, and handbags.
- Manage sample pipelines, generate global directives, assist with quarterly fixture procurement, and communicate with global field teams.
- Travel as needed for store openings, visits, and setups.
- Stand for long periods, climb ladders, and lift or maneuver display props and fixtures weighing 30+ lbs.
Benefits
- Health and well-being services
- 401(k) match and educational resources
- Paid parental leave and a return-to-work program
- Floating holidays, sick time, personal days, and Summer Flex Fridays
- Hybrid schedule and Work-From-Anywhere options
- Tuition reimbursement for approved educational programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
