Visual Merchandising Specialist

Bashas'•Chandler, AZ

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a creative problem‑solver who brings visual storytelling to life and elevates the customer experience through thoughtful merchandising? As a Visual Merchandising Specialist, you will shape how our customers experience our stores by implementing visual strategies, delivering cohesive merchandising direction, and ensuring brand consistency across all locations in your assigned area. In this role, you’ll partner closely with District Merchandising teams, Category Management, Marketing, and Field Leadership to translate merchandising concepts into clear, actionable standards that drive sales, increase basket size, and enhance store presentation. Your work will directly impact how products are showcased, how customers shop, and how our brand comes to life in every department. If you combine a strong design sensibility with operational know‑how — and enjoy guiding teams toward consistent, compelling in‑store execution — this is the role for you.

Requirements

Minimum of 3+ years of merchandising or retail management experience, including visual merchandising, space optimization, or store planning.
Strong understanding of visual design and interior space planning principles.
Knowledge of typography, color theory, and composition.
Foundational understanding of retail operations, marketing concepts, and consumer behavior.
Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Strong aesthetic sensibility with the ability to build visual stories that resonate with customers.
Skilled at influencing and persuading others to adopt new ideas and standards.
Excellent time‑management, organization, and communication skills.
Confident presenter with the ability to speak to both small and large groups.
Able to manage multiple projects, adapt quickly, and work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
Commitment to a culture of respect and inclusion, valuing a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives.

Nice To Haves

Photoshop experience preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategic visual merchandising plans for major merchandising initiatives, including new stores and remodels.
Provide guidance to Assistant Store Team Leaders and store teams to ensure successful execution of all visual plans.
Support planning, coordination, and production of visual elements that enhance in‑store storytelling and overall presentation.
Drive store sales through consistent execution of visual merchandising directives across all departments.
Support in creating and maintaining company‑wide merchandising standards, including the development and oversight of written execution directives.
Collaborate with Category Management, Marketing, District Merchandising, and Field Leadership to ensure in‑store visuals match assortment strategies and reflect brand standards.
Conduct regular store visits to assess visual execution, ensure adherence to standards, and optimize floor space utilization.
Build consistency across stores through strong communication, training, and accountability to current visual merchandising tools and guidelines.
Analyze key merchandising reports and customer feedback to identify opportunities that improve sales, effectiveness, and the customer experience.
Lead and evaluate market testing efforts (Test & Learn programs) to provide insights that inform new product or brand decisions.