Visual merchandiser

Williams-Sonoma
Visual Merchandising Position

Williams-Sonoma is a premier specialty retailer looking for a talented visual merchandiser for our location in Walnut Creek. As a focus, flagship high volume store for the company, attention to detail and compliance with brand standards is non-negotiable.

We are looking for an individual who can properly coordinate and execute all corporate visual direction both efficiently and in line with brand standards. In addition, we are looking for an individual who has a confidence level with visual merchandising that will enable them to adapt and build upon the company provided visual guidance.


Sales Experience
• Provides World Class service to both our internal and external customers.
• Actively participates in and cultivates an environment that is focused on our customer experience.

Merchandising/Visual Presentation
• Ensures merchandising standards are in place with attention to detail.
• Properly implements and maintains in-store signage.
• Actively coordinates and executes visual turns – from start to finish.
• Creates store visual map (in partnership with General Manager)
• Organizes and plans visual “turn” (in partnership with Management Team)
• Executes visual turn by building features and displays in accordance with company provided photos and directives
• Lends creative touches where appropriate to elevate store’s visual aesthetic.
• Can find inspiration in current fashion and culinary trends .

Operations/Stock Management
• Complies with all safety training and awareness
• Ensures store standards are met with regard to cleanliness, basic store maintenance, and housekeeping.
• Organizes all visual props, signage, and fixtures.

Communication/People Development
• Works well in a team environment, but has a comfort level with leading a group to achieve goals and projects.
• Communicates effectively and professionally.
• Creates successful partnerships with other associates to build a visual team that is fast and efficient.


Skills/Knowledge
• 2-3 years of visual experience in a retail environment
• Ability to work in a dynamic workplace and find a balance between following corporate direction and taking creative initiative.

***NOTE: Please do not call or come into store regarding posting. Reply to job-cxkeb-2376252387@craigslist.org for consideration.

Posted by Stephanie Coronado

Visual Merchandising

Williams-Sonoma
Visual Merchandising Position

Williams-Sonoma is a premier specialty retailer looking for a talented visual merchandiser for our location in Corte Madera. As a focus, flagship high volume store for the company, attention to detail and compliance with brand standards is non-negotiable.

We are looking for an individual who can properly coordinate and execute all corporate visual direction both efficiently and in line with brand standards. In addition, we are looking for an individual who has a confidence level with visual merchandising that will enable them to adapt and build upon the company provided visual guidance.


Sales Experience

• Provides World Class service to both our internal and external customers.
• Actively participates in and cultivates an environment that is focused on our customer experience.


Merchandising/Visual Presentation

• Ensures merchandising standards are in place with attention to detail.
• Properly implements and maintains in-store signage.
• Actively coordinates and executes visual turns – from start to finish.
• Creates store visual map (in partnership with General Manager)
• Organizes and plans visual “turn” (in partnership with Management Team)
• Executes visual turn by building features and displays in accordance with company provided photos and directives
• Lends creative touches where appropriate to elevate store’s visual aesthetic.
• Can find inspiration in current fashion and culinary trends .


Operations/Stock Management

• Complies with all safety training and awareness
• Ensures store standards are met with regard to cleanliness, basic store maintenance, and housekeeping.
• Organizes all visual props, signage, and fixtures.

Communication/People Development

• Works well in a team environment, but has a comfort level with leading a group to achieve goals and projects.
• Communicates effectively and professionally
• Creates successful partnerships with other associates to build a visual team that is fast and efficient.

Skills/Knowledge

• 2-3 years of visual experience in a retail environment
• Ability to work in a dynamic workplace and find a balance between following corporate direction and taking creative initiative.

Please email job-ctxbv-2354114869@craigslist.org to apply

Posted by Stephanie Coronado

Zara Visual Merchandiser

VISUAL MERCHANDISER needed for ZARA San Francisco Post location!!!!

Company History

Started in 1975 in Spain, ZARA today is an internationally known fashion retailer represented in over 61 countries around the world. Our company requires professionalism, imagination, high energy and team spirit. ZARA will give you the means to excel. ZARA will put you into the heart of the action and the heart of its growth.

Job Description

The job of a visual merchandiser requires creativity, imagination and a passion for fashion, being up to date with the latest trends. They are in charge of organizing the layout of our store and our clothing in order to facilitate the customer’s shopping experience. The VM makes the decisions on what items stay on the floor and what placement ensures the best sales. The VM is also part of our sales team so excellent customer service is a must.

Requirements

• At least 1 year in the position in visual merchandising position
• Availability to work on a full time basis – including open availability on weekends

Benefits offered:

• Competitive salary plus commission
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Generous vacation package
• Paid sick days
• Employee Discount
• Company paid holidays
• Gym Reimbursement
• Unique and fulfilling work environment
• Significant growth opportunities and professional development

TO APPLY-

Our company requires professionalism, imagination, high energy and team spirit. Sounds like you? Then please send your resume in the body of the email to zarajobsw@yahoo.com with "SF Visual Merchandiser" in the subject line in consideration for this exciting opportunity.

JOIN US NOW!!!

EOE

Posted by Stephanie Coronado

EXPRESS Women's Visual Coordinator (Columbus, OH)

Posting Date :	05/28/10
Requisition Number :	1959241
Location :	OH, Columbus

Express (NYSE: EXPR) is the sixth largest specialty retailer of women's and men's apparel in the United States. The Company has 30 years of experience offering a distinct combination of fashion and quality for multiple lifestyle occasions at an attractive value. Express operates more than 560 retail outlets in high-traffic shopping malls, lifestyle centers and street locations across the United States.

With a sense of ownership, coordinate the visual merchandising/ marketing Brand and strategic testing process for an assigned gender of the Express Brand. Manage and own as project-based assignments, coordinating merchandising, outfitting, marketing, and visual content. Develop consistent industry-leading, innovative, Brand-right visual merchandising solutions.

Prepare and present team content of initial and final floor walkthroughs. Manage merchandising and marketing solutions for integrated projections. Manage the delivery of visual merchandising content – general standards, seasonal content, and business-required adjustments - through clear communication in all documents and Brand Guides.

Essential Tasks
1. Coordinates all aspects of product related information specific to area of responsibility inclusive of product flow, planned promotions, tiered assortment strategies and communication to the field. Actively participate in seasonal Creative Brainstorm Meetings, Mock Store Builds and other corporate creative builds.
2. Develop and execute Brand-right, sophisticated and elevated visual merchandising and marketing solutions for Brand and strategic tests of an assigned gender. Coordinate and integrate product, marketing, and visual elements, collaborating with Merchant, Visual and Marketing partners. Ensure cohesive and consistent content translation from Conceptual through Executional phases of the project, applied to all internal and external customer points of contact.
3. Manage test execution to deadlines as outlined in the MPR, division, or project calendar(s). Ensure contribution form cross-functional players leads to merchandising success for the assortment; actively participate in pre-launch sample reviews, partnering with Merchandising team to advise and manage buys to store capacity requirements, store design, color guidelines, and seasonal marketing concepts. Obtain all applicable approvals of cross-functional reviews.
4. Ensure complete and accurate visual merchandising content is communicated to stores effectively; ensure detailed and quality information in documents and all other forms of store contact. Applies to general visual standards for the test/ project, seasonal, monthly, or business required changes - including weekly documents, e-mail, and other as required.

Required Knowledge and Skills
• Proven visual merchandising and creative strengths required.
• Requires an ability to interface with multiple levels of management and departments; excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and organizational expertise. Professional.
• Cultural awareness, competitive analysis, and knowledge and understanding of current trends.

Education and Work Experience
• Bachelors Degree preferred.
• A minimum of 1 + years corporate visual merchandising experience at a coordinator level OR minimum of 1+ years of visual merchandising experience in a field supervisory role (flagship store or district level) required; patterned to industry-leading specialty retailers and involving the same scope of responsibilities. Experience managing large projects and/ or teams preferred.

Physical Requirements
• Must be capable and willing to lift objects (boxes, mannequins or other) as heavy as 50 lbs.

An equal opportunity employer, Express, LLC does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual's race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. Express, LLC only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States.

Posted by Kris Iringan

Levi's Creative Services Associate (San Francisco)

The Levi's® brand sets the standard for jeanswear innovation. It interprets its heritage to define the look for each new generation. Our Levi's® Stores are looking for trusted, optimistic employees to join our iconic American jeanswear brand. We are looking for energetic, enthusiastic and sincere individuals who care for others and the world.

We currently have the following positions available at our Levi's® Store located at Union Square San Francisco, CA

Creative Services Associate

The purpose of this position is to support the creative direction of a retail store to execute visual merchandising concepts which drive sales growth through styling and merchandise placement in our retail stores.

• Elevate the brand lifestyle through the visuals, styling, merchandising and creative aspects of stores.
• Provide product knowledge and current trends to customers and associates.
• Support the execution of floor sets and visual changes.
• Create brand appropriate outfits and elevate mannequin styling.
• Utilize the “blue book” as a basis for merchandising and styling, while expanding upon it to elevate the brand.
• Ensure the implementation of all corporate visual merchandising direction within the store to creatively expand the visual presentation and elevate store presentation.
• Communicate with Store Manager regarding visual directive and overall store presentation, all the while looking at ways to drive the brand creatively.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, including evening and weekend shifts
• Experience in a retail environment with some responsibility for visual merchandising.

Check out a Levi’s® Store near you or log on to www.levi.com for our current assortment of innovative collections. Our past is a glimpse into the future. For more information about joining a company so rich in history and heritage, please visit www.levistrauss.com.

Join our Levi's® team if you have the ability to see and create originality through clothing and personality! We offer a generous clothing discount, flexible hours and competitive pay.

For immediate consideration, please email your resume to RetailJobs@levi.com and include Creative Services-SF in the subject line.

• Location: Union Square San Francisco, CA
• Compensation: DOQ
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PostingID: 1728109766

Posted by Kris Iringan

Ralph Lauren Creative Presentation Coordinator (San Francisco, CA)

Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation is a leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in four categories: apparel, home, accessories and fragrances. For more than 40 years, Polo’s reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets.

Purpose and Scope: Responsible for creative presentation, theme design and setup for store interiors and windows.

Responsibilities:

• Execute all interiors and window changeovers and installations for two stores. Includes: construction of any interior/window sets, on-site prop handling and prop placement (6 times or more per year).
• Conduct daily walkthrough of location, identifying opportunities to improve overall visual and creative appearance of the site.
• Prep, in keeping with visual calendar, for next installation or floor change.
• Execute daily interior-set maintenance for store(s), this includes: repositioning mannequins, re-propping, re-merchandising, and sourcing alternative product for interior presentations.
• Execute interim window display strategies for critical vacancies.
• Effectively partner with freelance or temporary support staff (stylists, carpenters, etc.) during installations and changeovers.
• For each installation, responsible for assisting in procuring/compiling creative and aesthetic elements for windows, including: wallpaper, paint, rugs, fabrics, lighting and decorative prop elements.

Job Requirements:

• 1-2 years visual presentation experience. Demonstrated experience should include either tenure with a luxury goods retailer or luxury goods product exposure.
• Demonstrated ability to balance maintenance and installations on a rolling calendar.
• Ability to conduct installations outside of standard working and retail store hours (i.e., evenings after 9 PM, and weekends).
• Project Management/Organization skills: proven ability to prioritize, work to a punchlist, and hit aggressive deadlines with minimal direction.
• Communication skills: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both in writing and in verbal conversation with peers, supervisors and direct reports.
• General computer proficiency to include Word and Excel.

Polo Ralph Lauren is an equal opportunity employer. We offer dynamic career opportunities with growth potential and a generous company discount.

Posted by Kris Iringan

Emerging Blue Visual Merchandiser (SOMA/South Beach)

A San Francisco retailer is looking for a seasoned corporate visual merchandiser. This freelance position requires strong vendor management skills to develop window and in-store props and fixtures. Must have a corporate visual background. There is a possibility this position will move from freelance to full-time. The position starts ASAP.


Interested? Send resume to resumes@emergingblue.com or view our job posting at http://www.emergingblue.com/images/xmlFlash/index.html



Emerging Blue is a Creative Services agency that supports clients in fashion, advertising, and entertainment. We work with select brands by providing the top creative talent for projects of all shapes and sizes.

To find more about Emerging Blue, you can visit us at www.emergingblue.com




Emerging Blue is an equal opportunity employer.

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Posted by Kris Iringan

Love Culture Corporate Visual Merchandiser (Los Angeles)

Corporate Visual Merchandiser
Love Culture, a fashion retailer offering trendy fashion for young women at affordable prices, is currently seeking a Corporate Visual Merchandiser. This position will be based out of our corporate office in Los Angeles, Ca.
With our dynamic people, high growth business initiatives, brand new brands, it is truly a great time to be with out company.

Job Description
• Coordinate in receiving and placement of garments on selling floor
• Create visual concepts for floor sets
• Ensures that all merchandise is on the sales floors
• Styling of all mannequins and bust forms
• Fixture placement strategies
• Planning and executing window updates and changes
• Training and development of in-store Management and staff on visual directions
• Participate in Grand Openings.
REQUIREMENTS:
• 2-5 years of Retail Experience (fashion)
• 1-5 years of Merchandising experience with Mannequins styling exposure
• Past experience with Corporate floor sets preferred (not required)
• Must be self manage and organize
• Must be able to travel out of state up to 70-90 %
• Must have be able to work some weekends and over nights depending on the needs of the business
**** CANDIDATES MUST HAVE PRIOR MERCHANDISING EXPERIENCE AND/OR MERCHANDISING DEGREE. APPLICANTS WITHOUT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Local candidates only.

Please email Resume and cover letter; include salary requirements; send letters to :

Att: Wil Walker
WilWalker@loveculture.com

• Location: Los Angeles
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Posted by Kris Iringan

Vans Men's Footwear Buyer (Cypress, CA)

Location: Cypress

Experience: 3 years

Rate: N/A (Full-Time)

Job Description Vans, a Division of VF Corporation, is THE leading action sports lifestyle company. While some companies just jumped on the skate bandwagon, we're the original skate shoe manufacturer since 1966. We stay connected to those who love Vans through action sports including skate, snowboarding, surfing, moto and BMX and through major events like the Vans Warped Tour and the Vans Triple Crown of Surfing. Vans operates more than 200 retail stores in the U.S. and Europe with many more on the horizon! We design, market, and distribute footwear, clothing and accessories as well as performance snowboard boots. Vans also offers the PRO-TEC line of protective helmets and pads through its PRO-TEC label. Description Plans and executes purchasing style, quantity & quality of merchandise in accordance with customer demand, market trends, brand direction, & fiscal obligations. Ensures maximum sales & gross margin performance coupled with inventory management. Establish control-related standards and procedures. Key Responsibilities Financially plan sales, inventory and turn for the stores and creates assortment plans strategy, buys and purchase orders in accordance with fiscal responsibilities for all relevant categories Balances overall inventory for the company through appropriate channels to achieve the highest return on investment Maximizes sales and inventory by managing the allocation strategy, consolidation and model stock levels by store Consistently reviews & reacts to sales performance/selling reports and generates pricing and consolidation directives ensuring greatest sells and margin potential, partners with the Planner and Stores on directives Evaluates store profile by performance of product, communication and travel to the stores Partners with business partners such as Sourcing, Customer Service and DC to secure timely delivery dates and communicates needs/strategies with the store operations team. Plans and executes pricing strategies, ensuring greatest margin potential Selects all products for promotional events in all stores as well as single store events and coordinates all communication with Marketing and Store operation on event strategy Partners with the Category Director from product development on assortment strategy Develops and trains buying team Qualifications 3 years of prior experience in chain-store buying, with 1-2 at an associate level. Bachelor's Degree (BA) or equivalent from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Computer skills to include Excel, Email, and other relevant Retail applications Strong analytical skills and ability to multitask is essential Technical knowledge of Footwear product is a plus Ability to lead, coach and develop staff to improve performance and achieve professional goals Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with other management staff, employees and others with whom the company conducts business Ability to read, analyze and interpret policies, procedures and other business practices, guidelines and documents. Special Requirements: Minimal travel required (approx. 10%) Attends trade fairs and other relevant industry events Willing and able to work additional hours when needed Bend, lift, open and move product and related office items varying in weight from 1 to 25lbs This position is located in Cypress, CA. Vans is an equal opportunity employer and will make selection decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. For government record keeping purposes, you may choose to identify your race, ethnicity, and/or gender. If you would like to provide this voluntary information, it may be sent in writing to the Vans Corporate Office, Attention Affirmative Action Coordinator, 6550 Katella Avenue, Cypress, CA . An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted by Kris Iringan

Zara Visual Merchandiser (San Francisco)

VISUAL MERCHANDISER needed for downtown San Francisco!!

ZARA



Company History

Started in 1975 in Spain, ZARA today is an internationally known fashion retailer represented in over 61 countries around the world. Our company requires professionalism, imagination, high energy and team spirit. ZARA will give you the means to excel. ZARA will put you into the heart of the action and the heart of its growth.

Job Description

The job of a visual merchandiser requires creativity, imagination and a passion for fashion, being up to date with the latest trends. They are in charge of organizing the layout of our store and our clothing in order to facilitate the customer’s shopping experience. The VM makes the decisions on what items stay on the floor and what placement ensures the best sales. The VM is also part of our sales team so excellent customer service is a must.

Requirements

• 1 year of in-store retail merchandising experience
• Availability to work on a full time basis

To Apply

Please forward a copy of your resume to jobswest@zarausa.com to be considered for this exciting opportunity. Specify "Visual Merchandiser in downtown San Francisco" in email subject line.

JOIN US NOW!

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Posted by Kris Iringan

Outdoor Apparel Field Visual Merchandiser (Richmond/Point/Annex)

General Position Summary:

Support the Mountain Hardwear (MHI) brand image, including Brand Shops, Fixtures, Brand Signage and Point of Purchase programs for certain MHI dealers and serve as liaison between certain dealers and MHI for all aspects of Visual Merchandising.

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities:

This position reports to the Visual Merchandising Manager and works closely with Sales Management and Sales Representatives to establish and sustain positive relationships with accounts through supporting them with visual merchandising to enhance their business.

Work closely with Western Regional accounts to implement Brand Shops and manage the process from initial contact, planning, physical set-up through product placement and merchandising. Once Brand Shop is established, ensure merchandising standards are maintained through seasonal visits to retailers.

Act as visual merchandising point-of-contact for assigned retailers. Includes working with appropriate sales reps to pro-actively and strategically plan visual marketing needs as well as communicate other marketing needs to the appropriate MHI marketing contact. Use these opportunities to build and develop business partnerships.

Educate retailers on the current POP materials and fixtures available to them, and assist retailers with ordering these materials.

Train staff and management on merchandising strategies to drive/increase sales throughout the year. Continually expand on personal product knowledge and develop tools for training retailers on product use and origination.

Act as MHI point-of-contact for select Columbia Sportswear (CSC) Field Visual Merchandisers acting as agents of MHI for selected accounts throughout the US.

Educate CSC Field Visual Merchandisers in MHI merchandising standards, communications protocol, and reporting.

Aid in resolution of fixture issues for these CSC-serviced accounts. Order seasonal graphics, fixtures and parts for these accounts within assigned budget.


Specific Job Skills:

Works independently and uses own initiative to schedule appointments, make calls, and complete assignments.

Ability to manage and lead teams of people in remote locations.

Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills are essential.

Must have strong visual merchandising skills.

Possess intermediate level of computer skills including spreadsheet and word processing applications.

Ability to plan and work within assigned budget.

Mental ability to conduct complex interpersonal interactions with people who are in a position to affect sales of MHI products.

Ability to solve problems, make decisions independently, operate independently and with discretion and work efficiently under pressure.

Ability to maintain brand message/image consistency required.

Physical ability to use telephone, computer hardware/software including keyboard, type, sit, and stand for extended periods of time, and occasionally lifting/carry up to 75lbs.

Ability to travel throughout the US on commercial transportation.


Education and/or Experience:

Bachelors degree or equivalent in visual merchandising, marketing, or a related field.

Minimum of 2 years general merchandising experience required.


Job Conditions:

Job requires extensive travel throughout the U.S. and occasional weekend and evening meetings (sales meetings, trade shows, installations).

Must work out of home or a local Mountain Hardwear sales office (requires approval by sales representative).

Job may require hours that exceed 8 hours per day and/or 40 hours per week during peak season or rush projects.

Mountain Hardwear is a leading supplier of high end mountaineering, camping and backpacking equipment and clothing. Many high-altitude mountaineers, alpinists, ice climbers, big-wall enthusiasts and other hard-core outdoor adventurers make Mountain Hardwear their gear of choice.

Mountain Hardwear, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Columbia Sportswear Company. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package for all full time associates working 30 hours/week or more. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Flex Spending Accts, Life Ins, LTD, 401(k), and product discounts.

Apply online: http://www.mountainhardwear.com/careers.aspx; include cover letter, resume, salary requirement, and reference CraigsList!


Equal Opportunity Employer

• Compensation: mid 40's range
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Posted by Kris Iringan

Bare Escentuals, Inc Visual Merchandising Manager (San Francisco)

Job Title : Visual Merchandising Manager
Location : San Francisco, CA
Job Category : Visual Merchandising
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Division : Corporate
Job Class : Exempt

About Us
Bare Escentuals, Inc. is one of the fastest growing prestige cosmetic companies in the United States and a leader in mineral-based cosmetics. We utilize a distinctive marketing strategy and multi-channel distribution model to develop, market and sell cosmetics, skin care, and body care products under its bareMinerals, RareMinerals and namesake Bare Escentuals brands, and professional skin care products under its md formulations brand through infomercials, home shopping television, specialty beauty retailers, company-owned boutiques, spas and salons, and online shopping.

Why Join Us?
* Bare Escentuals is one of the fastest growing cosmetics companies in the US. We offer rapid career-advancement opportunities. We foster internal promotion. We have remarkable products, a strong reputation, and a loyal and established consumer base.
* Bare Escentuals is one of the premier national beauty infomercials.
* Bare Escentuals offers excellent health benefits.
* Bare Escentuals is an energetic, dynamic, and FUN company.

About Us
Bare Escentuals, Inc. is one of the fastest growing prestige cosmetic companies in the United States and a leader in mineral-based cosmetics. The Company utilizes a distinctive marketing strategy and multi-channel distribution model to develop, market and sell cosmetics, skin care, and body care products under its bareMinerals, RareMinerals and namesake Bare Escentuals brands, and professional skin care products under its md formulations brand through infomercials, home shopping television, specialty beauty retailers, company-owned boutiques, spas and salons, and online shopping.

Why Join Us?
* Bare Escentuals is one of the fastest growing cosmetics companies in the US. We offer rapid career-advancement opportunities. We foster internal promotion. We have remarkable products, a strong reputation, and a loyal and established consumer base.
* Bare Escentuals is one of the premier national beauty infomercials.
* Bare Escentuals offers excellent health benefits.
* Bare Escentuals is an energetic, dynamic, and FUN company.

Visual Merchandising Manager
The Visual Merchandising Manager is responsible for a broad range of tasks involving all aspects of the retail customer experience. The Visual Manager creates plan-o-grams, visual direction, designs merchandisers as well as props. The Visual Manager must have a strong understanding of merchandising and the creation of display within a retail space. Talents will be used in three-dimensional applications as well as work closely with graphic designers to communicate needs for the space from a graphics perspective. The Visual Manager must be fluent in the translation of company and brand initiatives to be realized in both spatial relationships (visual merchandising set-up and display) and how that works with printed elements (marketing graphics, typography, signage). The Visual Manager is comfortable in a fast-paced environment where he/she is able to shift gears quickly and easily and is a team player. The Visual Manager is creative, self motivated and always has the customer in mind. The Visual Manager is responsible for the overall presentation of product and representation of the brand in his/her respective environment.

Primary Responsibilities
* Merchandise store environments based on seasonal needs/trends, create instruction to rollout to stores, and manage compliance.
* Communicate to DMs, or equivalent in regards to current visual focus.
* Sketch, verbalize, and present ideas for approval.
* Communicate ideas effectively in a presentation environment and speak persuasively, with conviction.
* Travel when necessary to set-up new stores/environments, document work.
* Work closely with Visual Director to interpret vision and support the overall brand strategy.
* Work with vendors to source props/fixtures, gather estimates and follow through on all projects to ensure deadlines are met.
* Archive all projects, directives, manuals.
* Work closely with supervisor to develop seasonal promo pieces such as window elements, POP displays, props, all supporting the brand strategy.
* Present ideas for approval, and communicate concepts effectively.
* Work with vendors to have pieces produced in a cost-effective and timely manner, always with budgets top of mind.
* Create working calendars and timelines to ensure timely and cost-effective rollouts of all materials (graphics and visual merchandising elements, direction).
* Communicate on a regular basis with all cross-functional business partners to ensure synergy between all job aspects.
* Create professional presentations to communicate ideas effectively.
* Coordinates individual project pieces and ensures deadlines are met; extremely good follow through.

Job Qualifications
* 3-5 years of experience in Retail Design (visual merchandising and/or prop, fixtures)
* Proficient on a Mac platform. Programs include: Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office.
* Attention to detail, strong organizational skills.
* B.F.A./B.A. in art or design related field, or equivalent.
* Can effectively communicate ideas through sketches, renderings, graphics, and verbal communication in a presentation environment.
* Proven Visual Merchandising and Display skills.
* Communicates persuasively and effectively.
* Is able to communicate concepts graphically.
* Creates and maintains good vendor relations.
* Understands spatial relationships, how customers shop and how to communicate brand strategies to customers in new and exciting ways.
* Highly motivated, design and idea driven. Passionate.
* Creativity and appreciation for design that suits the end-user and reinforces an established brand image and core customer base is essential.
* Flexible, open-minded, and eager to find new and creative ways (on top of given direction) to improve the customer experience through visual merchandising and design.
* Must be highly skilled in problem solving, solution oriented, and organized.
* Must be pro-active, self-motivated.
* Must demonstrate integrity, maturity and a constructive approach to challenges.
* Travel Required.

Posted by Kris Iringan

H&M Visual Merchandiser (San Diego, CA)

Why work anywhere else?

The spirit of H&M today is the same as it was when the company was founded in 1947 - an open door policy, direct communication and of course common sense.

At H&M we believe in working with a set of values rather than manuals. Our basic values include believing in people, teamwork, a fast pace of working and constant improvement. During 2008 we increased the number of employees of the H&M group to more than 68,000 people worldwide. The majority of our employees work in our 1500+ stores.



These standards plus our rapid expansion create great opportunities for anyone who embraces our values and has the desire and enthusiasm to grow with us. Is this you?



If you're interested in a career with Growth, Diversity, Values, Creativity and generous Benefits, you have to look no further than H&M!



Function: Store



Department: Visual



Reports to: Store Manager- dotted line to Store Visual Manager if applicable



Job Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly (Part-Time or Full-Time)



Responsible for presenting the garments according to the H&M guidelines in order to maximize sales with guidance and direction of Store Manager and management team



Job Responsibility including but not limited to:

Customer Service

• Provides excellent direct and indirect customer service according to H&M standards and meets the 5 basic demands on the selling floor, in the fitting room and at the cash point.

Job KnowledgeEnsures garment presentation and garment care is executed per H&M guidelines referenced in the below information sources:

· Department Books

· Store Book

· Technical Book

· Campaign Information

· Sales Tools & Store Information

• Provides the season start information from Sales Organization and prepares the kick-off with the management team
• Updates the Department Book, Store Book and Technical Book with the latest refill pages
• Plans and implements all store campaigns and activities together with the store team
• Ensures consistent garment care throughout the entire store

Efficiency

• Actively works in a commercial way to maximize sales, focusing on:

Top Priority Products, A-Areas and Basket items as well as ensuring a Red Thread is clearly demonstrated through the visual presentation

• Ensures that orders for display materials and supplies are placed in a timely manner
• Responsible for the care and maintenance of display materials
• Keeps the visual room clean and organized.
• Checks the material arriving to the store in a timely fashion, confirming quantities, condition, etc
• Minimizes security and safety risks.
• Plans and works with sales and operation goals to drive growth
• Supports in-store routines when necessary

Team Player

• Trains, coaches and gives daily feedback on garment presentation to the store staff
• Plans and conducts the Keep It Commercial training together with the Department Manager
• Provides label and design training for staff and managers
• Informs store team about changes in the presentation of garments

Financial Accountability: None



Minimum Candidate Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in a Fashion industry specialty preferred
• 2 years of retail visual merchandising experience
• Ability to lift in excess of 20 pounds
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, bend, stretch, engage in repetitive motions, push, pull and carry items (mannequins, clothing, totes, torsos, etc) for a short distance
• Ability to climb a ladder and use a step stool

Skills, Abilities and Other Requirements:

• Strong visual merchandising skills and the ability to drive business through creativity, fashion consciousness and commerciality
• Knowledge of basic computer skills
• Ability to provide day to day visual training and guidance through H&M’s shared values
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Exceptional customer service-and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Able to work independently while still working within a team environment
• Must be able to work with hand and power operated tools and lift in order to execute display set ups
• Ability to work flexible hours and extended hours at times
• May be required to travel to support other stores

At H&M we believe in offering our employees the most competitive and comprehensive benefits and compensation package available. In addition to a fair & competitive compensation plan, the H&M benefits package will include:

Posted by Kris Iringan

Visual Merchandiser WorldofGood.com by eBay

Visual Merchandiser
WorldofGood.com by eBay

We are looking for a talented and versatile Visual Merchandiser to join the
WorldofGood.com by eBay team. This is a full time position at our Emeryville
headquarters.

Your Role:
As the Visual Merchandiser for WorldofGood.com by eBay, you will be responsible
for the visual development and implementation of all merchandising on the website,
as well as, in outreach. This includes generating targeted home page designs,
developing creative for promotions, partnerships and content for weekly
merchandise emails. You will use your knowledge of current style trends and innate
sense of fashion, to select featured products, and help create an inviting and
relevant shopping experience online. You should also be comfortable analyzing data
to improve site consistency and conversion.

Your Skill Set:
• Experience in visual merchandising (product placement, design and layout)
• On top of current fashion trends – think Carrie Bradshaw meets
TreeHugger.com
• Passion for socially‐conscious products, Fair Trade and positive social
change
• Extremely organized with an obsessive attention to detail
• Project management experience and can multi‐task effectively
• Self‐starter that can work with minimal supervisions and across multiple
teams
• BA/BS in Fashion Merchandising, Design, Art or other related major
• 2‐3 years of related work experience preferred
• Skilled in Adobe Photoshop
• HTML knowledge a plus

About WorldofGood.com by eBay:
WorldofGood.com by eBay is an online, multi‐seller marketplace that offers tens of
thousands of unique and stylish products from around the world – all socially and
environmentally responsible. More than simply a place to buy and sell,
WorldofGood.com brings unprecedented trust and transparency to the shopping
experience. Every purchase makes a positive impact.

To Apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume to jobs‐merch@worldofgoodinc.com with
“Visual Merchandiser” in the subject line. No phone calls please. If you have a visual
sample of an original project, webpage or piece of work that reflects your visual
merchandising abilities, please email that as well (keep the total file size under
8MB).

Posted By: Antonia Huang

Columbia Sportswear Field Visual Merchandiser (Los Angeles)

A Different Kind Of Adventure

At Columbia Sportswear, we know a thing or two about adventures. We’ve been on one for over 70 years, constantly working to perfect the art and enjoyment of the greater outdoors. And behind everything we make is an employee who’s found that the greatest adventure starts with joining a company that offers them much more than just a paycheck. At Columbia, we believe that there’s over 3.5 million square miles of land to explore in the U.S. alone, but you don’t have to travel very far to find a great career.


FIELD VISUAL MERCHANDISER- LOS ANGELES



General Position Summary:

Support the Columbia Sportswear Company brand image at retail, including Concept Shops, Performance Fixtures, Brand Signage and Point of Purchase programs with CSC retail accounts.

Establishing and sustaining positive relationships with accounts through merchandising training, verbal and written communication and education of Columbia Sportswear Company is a priority.



Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities

This position reports directly to the Field Training Manager and also works with Marketing, Sales Management and Sales Representatives to positively affect sales of CSC product. Effective communication with the CSC Corporate office, RVM, Sales Reps and Retail Accounts is a key to the success of this position.


FVM position responsibilities include the following:

Install and maintain Concept Shops within assigned territory.

Manage category fixtures, brand signage and POP programs within assigned territory.

Implement CSC visual merchandising standards at the retail level, creating a consistent and positive representation of the CSC brand.

Conduct visual merchandising clinics within assigned territory, training retail associates on CSC merchandising standards and Concept Shop guidelines.

Submit CSC product and marketing information / feedback to CSC corporate, CSC sales reps and retailers.

Communicate current trends, competitive strategies and customer lifestyles to understand market needs.

Manage assigned territory’s travel budget, expenses and schedule rotation.



Secondary Functions

Maintain positive open lines of communication with all Columbia Sportswear management, staff and other departments in order to contribute to the smooth flow of information and efficient operation of the marketing department.

Perform other related duties as assigned.



Job Scope

An entry level position with high visibility requiring advanced communication skills. Position has high visibility due to direct impact of Columbia’s account relationships which therefore affects company sales.



Education and/or Experience

College degree in Marketing with an emphasis on Visual Merchandising or related field OR equivalent work experience and 1 to 2 years experience in the Merchandising field preferably in the retail apparel industry.



APPLY NOW AT www.columbia.com/careers
Location is under "corporate various"




This job description is not meant to be an all inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.

Columbia Sportswear is an equal opportunity employer.


Posted by Kris Iringan

Deckers Outdoor Corp. eCommerce Merchandiser (Goleta, CA)

Responsible for working within the UGG brand website with the goal of ensuring an exciting on-line environment. Will be responsible for presenting merchandise in an appealing manner that provides the customer with a strong desire to buy the UGG product, and responsible for developing an environment that enhances the website’s fashion credibility.

Main Responsibilities/Duties:

• Coordinate product placement with eCommerce staff and core Brand personnel while ensuring appropriate and accurate representation of the products to drive sales.

• Provide information and validated research to create merchandising plans for online promotions to include market research and demographics analysis for the online customers. Plan and execute promotions.

• Partner with Visual Presentation Manager to ensure website is reflective of our retail stores.

• Partner with the Product team to get a full understanding of the season’s collection and initiatives.

• Partner with the buying team to ensure all products are placed and have the best selling opportunity.

• Communicates weekly merchandising updates to eCommerce staff.

• Creates seasonal flow plans to keep website fresh at all times.

• Oversees merchandising of UGGaustralia.com

• Other Duties as assigned

Position Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of 1 year eCommerce experience
• 2-4 years experience with fashion footwear
• 6-8 years experience in visual merchandising

Resumes can be sent to:

Attn: Human Resources
hr@deckers.com
www.deckers.com

Posted by Kris Iringan

Tilly's Photo Studio Product Stylist (Irvine, CA)

Photo Studio Product Stylist

About the Job

We are currently looking for a talented/​ambitious individual to join our Tilly’s team! The Photo Studio Product Stylist will assist in the creation of images for Tilly’s online site Tillys.​com.​ The Product Stylist will be responsible for assuring the highest quality images are produced for a variety of products and garments.​ They will be relied on to balance artistic direction with the creative challenges of diverse products.​ They will assist the photography staff with preparation, styling, and rigging of products and garments.​

Tilly's is a retail chain store that sells the most sought out west-coast lifestyle clothing, shoes, and accessories.​ Tilly's offers a wide assortment of brands such as Volcom, Quiksilver, Billabong, Roxy, Hurley, FOX, DC and Infamous catering to today's active males, juniors, boys, girls, and the fashion conscious youth.​ Now operating over 100 stores throughout California, Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.​

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support Tilly’s by providing the highest quality product styling for Tilly’s


• Partner with Buyers, Product Coordinators, Site Coordinators, Quality Assurance, Product Knowledge, Photographers, and Art Directors to achieve directives


• Support quality imagery by providing the accurate styling of product on mannequin and tabletop


• Team cross departmentally concerning creative directives


• Organize and prepare product for efficient and accurate photography for specific deadlines


• Prioritize product to maximize production, support business needs and adhere to specific deadlines


• Work directly with the Distribution Center, Retail Support Center, and Photography Studio concerning product, inventory, deadlines and guidelines

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in commercial photography, fine art and/​or related field preferred


• Strong computer skills with knowledge of Mac OS, Microsoft Office


• 1-3 years Product Photography Styling experience preferred


• 1 years experience working in catalog or internet production environment required.​


• Ability to manage multiple projects in a schedule-driven, fast paced environment


• Advanced knowledge of PC and Mac computers


• Working knowledge Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel)


• Superior customer service attitude


• Team player with the ability to work independently


• Detail-oriented, accurate, professional and accountable


• Flexible, able to respond immediately to business changes and priorities

Job Summary

Company

Tilly's

Location

Irvine, CA 92618

Industries

Retail

Job Type

Full Time

Employee

posted by Michelle Fong

H&M Visual Merchandiser (Garden City, NY)

Visual Merchandiser Full or Part Time Full-time Location Garden City

Title: Visual Merchandiser Function: Store Department: Visual Reports to: Store Manager- dotted line to Store Visual Manager if applicable Direct Reports: None Overall Job Function: Responsible for presenting the garments according to the H&M guidelines in order to maximize sales with guidance and direction of Store Manager and management team Job Responsibility including but not limited to: Visual Presentation Guidelines Ensures garment presentation and garment care is executed per H&M guidelines referenced in the below information sources: · Department Books · Store Book · Technical Book · Campaign Information · Sales Tools & Store Information Training, Coaching and Development Trains, coaches and gives daily feedback on garment presentation to the store staff Plans and conducts the Keep It Commercial training together with the Department Manager Provides label and design training for staff and managers Teamwork Plans and works with sales and operation goals to drive growth Plans and implements all store campaigns and activities together with the store team Actively works in a commercial way to maximize sales, focusing on: Top Priority Products, A-Areas and Basket items as well as ensuring a Red Thread is clearly demonstrated through the visual presentation Ensures consistent garment care throughout the entire store Supports in-store routines when necessary Communication Provides the season start information from Sales Organization and prepares the kick-off with the management team Updates the Department Book, Store Book and Technical Book with the latest refill pages Informs store team about changes in the presentation of garments Materials Ensures that orders for display materials and supplies are placed in a timely manner Responsible for the care and maintenance of display materials Keeps the visual room clean and organized. Checks the material arriving to the store in a timely fashion, confirming quantities, condition, etc Minimizes security and safety risks. Financial Accountability: None Minimum Candidate Qualifications: Associate’s degree in a Fashion industry specialty preferred 2 years of retail visual merchandising experience Skills, Abilities and Other Requirements: Strong visual merchandising skills and the ability to drive business through creativity, fashion consciousness and commerciality Knowledge of basic computer skills Ability to provide day to day visual training and guidance through H&M’s shared values Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment Exceptional customer service-and interpersonal skills Strong organizational and time management skills Strong verbal communication skills Able to work independently while still working within a team environment Must be able to work with hand and power operated tools and lift up to 25 pounds in order to execute display set ups Ability to work flexible hours and extended hours at times May be required to travel to support other stores Job Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly (Part-Time or Full-Time) posted by Michelle Fong