Visual Merchandiser

Target • Santa Rosa, CA

3d • $26 - $44 • 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 calls for expertise in visual presentation, including elevated merchandising techniques, mannequin styling, mapping and fixture blocking, and In-Store Marketing (ISM) elements. It also develops skills in retail business fundamentals, workload planning and communication, team training, and leading visual merchandising strategy and standards implementation.

The role plans and executes visual work, assesses store presentations, supports visual strategy and standards, and partners with leaders to improve execution and guest experience. The Visual Merchandiser teaches team members visual standards and supports onboarding and continuous learning. The position also includes guest service, safety and compliance practices, and other duties based on business needs.

This is a physically active, full-time role with a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and other peak shopping periods. Full-time status does not guarantee 40 hours each week; hours may fluctuate with 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, manage workload, and prioritize tasks independently.
• Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members, with 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, 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, which may vary in length.
• Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays; reliable and prompt attendance.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily and weekly visual workload with leader guidance, taking sales goals, events, and promotions into account.
• Execute weekly visual assessments and partner with leaders to improve store visual execution and the guest experience.
• Assess and guide execution of visual standards across the total store to elevate visual presentations.
• Support the company Visual Merchandising strategy, visual standards, and In-Store Marketing (ISM) across pertinent store areas.
• Support and validate visual presentations throughout the store 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 how to create inspiring visual moments that support sales.
• Maintain backroom organization and keep current with signing tools and fixtures; set non-planogram ISM elements throughout the store.
• Support onboarding and continuous learning, and help close knowledge and skill gaps through training, influencing, and hands-on experiences.
• Demonstrate inclusivity, ethical conduct, safety, and compliance; follow safety policies, report hazards, and correct them where possible.
• Greet guests, engage with them to 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED