Visual Merchandiser

Target • Keizer, OR

4d • $23 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

The Visual Merchandiser supports a great guest experience by setting and maintaining visual presentations according to company guides and standards to drive sales and inspire guests. The role involves elevated merchandising techniques, mannequin styling, mapping and fixture blocking, and In-Store Marketing (ISM) elements. The position offers experience in retail business fundamentals, planning and communicating workload, training team members, and leading visual merchandising strategy and standards implementation.

The Visual Merchandiser plans visual workload, conducts visual assessments, guides execution of standards across the store, and supports company merchandising and ISM strategy. The role also includes coaching team members, maintaining signing tools and backroom organization, supporting guests, and following safety, compliance, and ethical conduct expectations. This is a physically active role requiring mobility throughout a shift and the ability to handle and move merchandise and fixtures.

The role is full-time, although weekly hours are not guaranteed to be 40 and may fluctuate based on business needs. Work schedules are flexible and may include nights, weekends, holidays, and other peak shopping times.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 to 2 years of visual merchandising experience.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Business acumen, including knowledge of margin and profitability, and creativity to inspire guests and drive sales.
• Strong understanding of trend and style reflective of the Target brand.
• Ability to lead and influence store teams to follow processes that support visual merchandising.
• Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment as directed.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
• Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Ability to access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues.
• Ability to operate a Work Assist Vehicle (WAV) and pallet jack.
• Ability to interpret instructions, reports, and information.
• Ability to accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
• Ability to climb up and down ladders as needed.
• Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise safely and efficiently, including frequently lifting or moving up to 15 pounds and occasionally up to 44 pounds without additional assistance.
• Flexible work schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and reliable, prompt attendance.
• Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift; shift length may vary.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily and weekly visual workload with leader guidance, accounting for sales goals, events, and promotions.
• Execute weekly visual assessments and partner with leaders to improve store visual execution and guest experience.
• Assess and guide execution of visual standards across the total store.
• Support execution of company Visual Merchandising strategy, visual standards, and In-Store Marketing (ISM) across pertinent store areas.
• Support and validate store visual presentations in partnership with leaders.
• Set overhead spotlights to highlight key merchandising presentations.
• With leader guidance, solve merchandising issues and adjust sets to create and maintain inspiring presentations.
• Use daily interactions and huddles to teach visual standards, signing and affordability strategy, and ways to create inspiring visual moments that support sales.
• Maintain backroom organization and current signing tools and fixtures; set non-planogram ISM elements throughout the store.
• Support onboarding and continuous learning, and help close team members’ knowledge and skill gaps through training, influence, and hands-on experience.
• Demonstrate inclusivity by valuing diverse perspectives, being authentic and respectful, and creating equitable experiences.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance; follow safety policies and training, report hazards, and correct them where possible.
• Greet guests while completing daily tasks, help address their needs, and thank them for shopping at Target.
• Perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Eligible team members and dependents may receive comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• 401(k).
• Employee discount.
• Short-term disability.
• Long-term disability.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid national holidays.
• Paid vacation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED