Visual Merchandiser - Norman South, OK

Target • Norman, OK

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Visual Merchandiser supports a great guest experience by setting and maintaining visual moments according to company guides and standards to drive sales and inspire guests. The role requires expertise in visual presentation, including elevated merchandising techniques, mannequin styling, mapping and fixture blocking, and In-Store Marketing (ISM) elements. It offers experience in retail business fundamentals, workload planning and communication, developing team members’ visual merchandising skills, and leading visual merchandising strategy and standards implementation.

The role involves planning visual workloads, assessing and improving store presentation, supporting visual strategy and ISM execution, maintaining visual standards, and training team members. It also includes engaging guests, maintaining safety and compliance, and completing other duties based on business needs. This is a physically active, full-time role with a flexible schedule; hours may vary based on business needs and are not guaranteed to be 40 per week.

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 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 safely and efficiently, including frequent lifting or moving of up to 15 pounds and occasional lifting or moving of merchandise and fixtures up to 44 pounds without additional assistance.
• Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift; shift length may vary.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times; reliable and prompt attendance is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily and weekly visual workload with leader guidance, taking sales goals, events, and promotions into account.
• Conduct 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’s 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.
• Keep backroom space organized and maintain current 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, influence, and hands-on experiences.
• Demonstrate inclusivity, ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.
• Work safely, follow safety policies and training, and report hazards and correct them when possible.
• Greet guests while completing daily tasks, assist them in a welcoming manner, and thank them for shopping at Target.
• Complete 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.
• Financial, education, and well-being benefits are referenced, with eligibility details provided through the company benefits link.

What This Job Offers

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