Anthropologie Visual Merchandising Manager

Urban Outfitters•Asheville, NC

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Visual Merchandising Manager directs merchandising, product flow, and displays while supporting daily store operations to create an inspiring, dynamic customer experience. The role partners with store leadership to guide visual execution and product flow, strengthen customer service, and drive sales through thoughtful merchandising and in-store marketing. The manager leads and develops the team, promotes an inclusive environment, sets objectives, and builds product knowledge. They plan and execute the store’s visual direction within company expectations, budgets, and timelines; use business reporting to identify merchandising opportunities; and manage shipment, replenishment, recovery, and product placement. The role also communicates with store and district leadership, supports store directives and operational coverage, and contributes to employee development and team morale.

Requirements

At least 3 years of store visual merchandising and leadership experience.
Strong merchant skills and a history of delivering financial results.
Experience with floor planning.
A proven record of developing talent.
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to meet store needs.
Interest in or enthusiasm for the Anthropologie brand.

Responsibilities

Partner with store leadership to manage product flow and visual execution while keeping the team focused on the customer.
Develop customer experience, in-store marketing, merchandising, and creative community initiatives to drive sales and create a compelling store environment.
Coach the team to provide a frictionless customer experience using technology and omni-channel services.
Promote an inclusive environment by representing and amplifying all voices and advocating for different perspectives.
Set clear objectives and coach team members in analyzing visual presentation and business performance to achieve department sales goals.
Support the Store Brand Leader with identifying and onboarding external talent, and invest in employee engagement and internal growth.
Teach product-flow and merchandising standards using brand resources, and develop the team’s product knowledge for the local customer.
Manage visual direction from planning through execution according to company expectations, budgets, timelines, and individual store characteristics.
Use company reporting tools to assess store business and identify opportunities in product placement, outfitting, and stock levels.
Plan and manage shipment processes using reporting and business analysis to maximize product placement on the sales floor and in the back of house.
Develop strategies for replenishment and recovery related to sell-through and markdowns.
Flex schedule to meet business needs and support operations and zone coverage as needed.
Provide global product and visual feedback to the Store Manager and District Manager, and submit store-environment photos documenting merchandising and display updates.
Communicate with leadership to ensure completion of store directives and projects.
Protect time with direct reports and provide consistent feedback to support personal growth and succession planning.
Support positive team morale through brand and store initiatives, employee recognition, and team-building activities.