Visual Merchandising Lead - San Diego

EMINENT, INC.•San Diego, CA

14h•$26 - $27

About The Position

The Visual Merchandising Lead supports the Retail Visual Merchandising Manager and Assistant Visual Manager in executing store visual initiatives, including biweekly floor sets, event preparation, and staff education. The role works with store leadership to keep displays aligned with current directives and help drive productivity. Using visual directives, feedback, and product performance and sales reports, the Lead plans and executes merchandise movement on an assigned floor with support from Visual leadership to positively impact sell-through. The position also communicates visual updates and new product information to the store team, trains colleagues on brand standards and visual techniques, partners with Operations on product flow, maintains fixtures and props, and uses the Visual Merchandising Checklist to uphold store standards. The successful candidate is collaborative, adaptable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision. The position requires 40 hours per week, including some weekends and holidays, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds. The stated base hourly range for individuals assigned and/or hired to work in California is $26–$27.

Requirements

Prior experience in a retail setting performing visual merchandising or creative duties.
Minimum of 2 years of retail experience.
Computer and iPhone proficiency.
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
Availability to work 40 hours a week, including some weekends and holidays.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to engage with clients while providing a high level of customer service when necessary.
Collaborative, team-oriented, passionate, and adaptable approach in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Attention to detail and passion for contemporary and designer fashion and trends.

Responsibilities

Support the Retail Visual Merchandising Manager and Assistant Visual Manager in executing visual initiatives, including biweekly floor sets, event preparation, and staff education.
Collaborate with the Assistant Visual Manager and store leadership to keep displays current with the latest directives and support productivity.
Use visual directives, feedback from store leadership and stylists, and product performance and sales reports to plan and execute merchandise movement on the assigned floor, with support from Visual leadership.
Communicate new product receipts, merchandising changes, and other visual updates to the store team.
Provide feedback and in-the-moment training on brand standards, product placement, and visual display techniques.
Partner with the Operations team to streamline the flow of new product from back of house to front of house.
Help manage the small fixture and prop assortment and ensure appropriate use and maintenance on the assigned floor.
Use the Visual Merchandising Checklist to uphold visual merchandising, store standards, and maintenance.