American Signature Furniture is hiring: Visual Merchandising Manager in Orland P

Join American Signature Inc. as a Visual Merchandising Manager!

At American Signature Inc., we believe that everyone deserves a beautifully furnished life. Our customers embark on unique personal style journeys every day, and we are committed to making their shopping experience enjoyable and engaging. As a Visual Merchandising Manager, you will play a pivotal role in bringing our Brand story to life and ensuring a seamless customer experience across multiple stores.

Your Role Will Include:

TALENT:

• Oversee the complete visual talent lifecycle in the market by recruiting, hiring, training, and developing top talent.
• Build a strong talent pipeline by nurturing internal talent and attracting external candidates.
• Lead and coach visual teams to foster development and growth.
• Encourage a high-performance culture, driving results through teamwork.
• Create an engaging and positive work environment across the market.
• Stay informed about competition and product trends to enhance visual development.
• Communicate effectively with Store Executive Leadership about initiatives, feedback, and updates.

BRAND:

• Use innovative and creative strategies to execute top-tier merchandising aligned with customer preferences.
• Actively listen to customer needs and provide tailored options.
• Keep a pulse on the competitive landscape to identify opportunities and refine merchandising tactics.
• Conduct regular store visits to ensure brand integrity.
• Drive change initiatives throughout the market seamlessly.
• Manage brand tests and initiatives proactively, tracking and reporting results.
• Support Home Office Visual partners and attend Lab Store sets as required.

OPERATIONS:

• Lead quarterly business reviews, ensuring all stores adhere to brand standards.
• Set clear expectations and maintain accountability with visual teams through consistent communication.
• Verify the effective execution of visual strategies, measuring outcomes against goals.
• Facilitate the implementation of floor plans in collaboration with store visual merchandisers.
• Align merchandise strategies with the company's long-term vision to drive results.
• Help manage store inventory to minimize discrepancies.
• Participate in bi-weekly Visual Champion calls with Home Office Visual teams.
• Serve as a liaison between Home Office Visual teams and store visual merchandisers.

Embrace Our Values:

• Serve Others: Take joy in seeing others succeed, prioritize team goals, and demonstrate strong people skills.
• Own It: Proactively identify and address challenges, taking responsibility for our collective success.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• 5+ years in visual merchandising and a high school diploma or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of leadership experience in multi-unit retail.
• A keen eye for design and the ability to create striking displays.
• Proven ability to develop and retain high-caliber talent.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and changes.
• Capacity to lift up to 40 lbs safely.
• Willingness to travel within the market, potentially up to 80% of the time.

Apply now for the chance to shape the shopping experience and lead a dynamic team!