Visual Merchandiser

Target • Glendale, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Visual Merchandiser supports a strong guest experience by setting and maintaining visual presentations according to company guides and standards to drive sales and inspire guests. The role applies elevated merchandising techniques, mannequin styling, mapping and fixture blocking, and In-Store Marketing (ISM) elements. It also offers experience with retail business fundamentals, workload planning and communication, team training, and implementation of visual merchandising strategies and standards.

The position involves planning and executing visual workloads and assessments, maintaining visual standards throughout the store, supporting visual presentations and ISM, and helping train team members. The Visual Merchandiser also assists guests, supports an inclusive and safe work environment, and completes other duties based on business needs. The role is full-time, but weekly hours are not guaranteed to reach 40 and may fluctuate 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 old.
• Business acumen, including knowledge of margin and profitability, and creativity to inspire guests and drive sales.
• Strong understanding of trends and style reflective of the Target brand.
• Ability to lead and influence store teams to follow processes that support visual merchandising.
• Ability to communicate using 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 efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving up to 15 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving merchandise and fixtures 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 workloads with leader guidance, incorporating sales goals, events, and promotions.
• Complete weekly visual assessments and partner with leaders to improve store visual execution and the guest experience.
• Assess and guide execution of visual standards throughout the store.
• Support the company visual merchandising strategy, visual standards, and In-Store Marketing across relevant store areas.
• Support and validate store visual presentations in partnership with leaders.
• Set overhead spotlights to highlight key merchandising presentations.
• With leader guidance, resolve merchandising issues and adjust sets to create and maintain inspiring presentations.
• Teach team members visual standards, signing and affordability strategy, and how to create visual moments that support sales.
• Organize backroom space and maintain current signing tools and fixtures.
• Set non-planogram In-Store Marketing elements throughout the store.
• Support team onboarding and continuous learning, and help close knowledge and skill gaps through training and hands-on experience.
• Demonstrate inclusivity, ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.
• Follow safety policies and training, and report hazards and correct them where possible.
• Greet guests, assist them with their needs, and thank them for choosing Target.
• Complete other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Eligible team members and their 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.
• Financial, education, and well-being benefits are referenced; eligibility and details are provided through the company benefits resources.

What This Job Offers

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