Visual Merchandiser- (Farmington, NM)

Target • Farmington, NM

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Visual Merchandiser supports a great guest experience by setting and maintaining visual presentations according to company guides and visual 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. It offers experience in retail business fundamentals, department workload planning and communication, team training and development, and leading visual merchandising strategy and standards implementation.

The position plans and executes visual workload and assessments, supports and validates visual presentations throughout the store, maintains signing tools and backroom organization, and helps train team members. The role also includes greeting and assisting guests, creating an inclusive and welcoming environment, and following ethical, safety, and compliance standards. Other duties may be assigned based on business needs.

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, interpret instructions and reports, and handle cash register operations as needed.
• Ability to operate a Work Assist Vehicle (WAV) and pallet jack and climb ladders as needed.
• Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise efficiently and safely, frequently lifting or moving up to 15 pounds and occasionally up to 44 pounds without additional assistance.
• Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift.
• Flexible schedule availability, including nights, weekends, holidays, varying shifts, and peak shopping times; reliable and prompt attendance.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily and weekly visual workload with leader guidance, incorporating 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 store.
• Support the company Visual Merchandising strategy, visual standards, and In-Store Marketing (ISM) across pertinent store areas.
• Support and validate visual presentations in partnership with store leaders.
• Set overhead spotlights to highlight key merchandising presentations.
• With leader guidance, resolve merchandising issues and adjust sets to create and maintain inspiring presentations.
• Use daily interactions and huddles to teach team members visual standards, signing and affordability strategy, and how to create inspiring visual moments that support sales.
• Maintain organized backroom space and keep signing tools and fixtures up to date.
• Set non-planogram ISM elements throughout the store.
• Support onboarding and continuous learning, helping close knowledge and skill gaps through training, influence, and hands-on experiences.
• Demonstrate inclusivity, ethical conduct, safety, and compliance; follow safety policies and report or correct hazards where possible.
• Greet guests, provide welcoming assistance to 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 medical, vision, dental, and life insurance, among other health benefits and programs.
• 401(k).
• Employee discount.
• Short-term disability.
• Long-term disability.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid national holidays.
• Paid vacation.
• Financial, education, and well-being benefits.

What This Job Offers

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