Visual Merchandiser

Target • Hawthorne, CA

14d • $25 - $43 • 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. This role applies visual presentation expertise, including elevated merchandising techniques, mannequin styling, mapping and fixture blocking, and In-Store Marketing (ISM) elements. The position offers experience in retail business fundamentals, workload planning, team training and development, and leading visual merchandising strategy and standards implementation.

The role is full-time, though it does not guarantee 40 hours per week; hours may fluctuate according to business needs. Team members must be prepared for a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and other peak shopping times. The work is fast-moving, highly active, and physically demanding, requiring mobility throughout shifts and the ability to handle merchandise and fixtures.

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, frequently lifting or moving up to 15 pounds and occasionally up to 44 pounds without additional assistance.
• Flexible schedule, reliable and prompt attendance, and 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, including sales goals, events, and promotions.
• Conduct weekly visual assessments and partner with leaders to improve store visual execution and guest experience.
• Assess and guide execution of visual standards throughout the store to elevate presentations.
• Support execution of the company’s visual merchandising strategy, visual standards, and In-Store Marketing 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 the team visual standards, signing and affordability strategy, and ways to create visual moments that support sales.
• Maintain organized backroom space and 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, influencing, and hands-on experiences.
• Demonstrate inclusivity by valuing diverse perspectives, being authentic and respectful, and creating equitable experiences.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance; follow safety policies, training, and best practices, and report or correct hazards where possible.
• Greet guests while completing daily tasks, assist guests with their needs, and thank them for choosing to shop at Target.
• Perform 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 and 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