UNIQLO Visual Merchandising Associate (Full Time) - Hudson Yards

UNIQLO•New York, NY

1d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Visual Merchandising Associate provides solutions to store-specific visual and merchandising challenges using brand standards and corporate visual guidelines to maintain brand integrity. Reporting to the Visual Manager, the associate adapts corporate visual direction to the needs of the store and its inventory to drive sales through strategic merchandise placement, styling, and compelling displays. The fixed hourly rate is $19.50–$22.00; all new hires will be offered the same fixed rate, which is based on qualifications and position location. The position averages 32 or more hours per week based on business seasonality. Associates must maintain open availability at least five days per week, have no more than two days off in the same Monday–Sunday workweek, and limit scheduling restrictions to no more than three days per week. Only one restriction may fall Friday through Sunday, and at least one restriction must be time-based.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in retail visual merchandising or display.
Ability to create compelling visual presentations according to company guidelines and brand standards.
Ability to use creative freedom when styling mannequins.
Ability to drive sales through effective merchandise placement and display.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to address store-specific visual and merchandising challenges using brand standards and headquarters direction as guidelines.
Ability to identify potential visual merchandising opportunities and provide creative solutions.
Ability to work within teams and create partnerships.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work with a sense of urgency.
Ability to effectively communicate with customers and store personnel.
Ability to work on ladders, including carrying mannequins, product, or display props up ladders.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand for long periods, read computer terminals, and push, pull, or move objects weighing at least 25 pounds.
Ability to maneuver around the sales floor and stockroom while repetitively bending, twisting, stooping, squatting, and climbing.
Maintain open availability at least five days per week, averaging 32 or more hours weekly based on business seasonality.
Have no more than two days off in the same Monday–Sunday workweek.
Limit scheduling restrictions to no more than three days per week, with only one restriction permitted Friday through Sunday and at least one restriction being time-based.

Responsibilities

Maintain brand standards for visual presentation, cleanliness, and organization throughout the store to provide a consistent customer experience.
Ensure merchandise is represented on the floor in full size runs and that proper signage is present.
Partner with management to prepare for and implement seasonal merchandising presentations and new visual merchandising initiatives.
Work with store management to monitor merchandise sell-through and replenishment using sales reports.
Create visually appealing, brand-appropriate displays that drive sales and respond to the needs of the store.
Style displays according to company styling directives.
Adjust lighting to highlight merchandise and displays according to company standards.
Proactively manage customer needs and exceed expectations by using the U.N.I.Q.L.O. service standard, following the Uniqlo Fundamental Principles, and saying the six standard phrases.
Provide product and brand knowledge to employees and customers.
Follow company policies and procedures and notify management of infractions.
Assist management in identifying and resolving store issues.
Support the store team in meeting and exceeding sales goals.
Assist with special projects as assigned by management.