Visual Merchandiser (Detroit, MI) Job at Mediabistro in Detroit

Overview

Visual Merchandiser is responsible for the overall merchandise presentation in stores. You will conduct daily store visits to guarantee an exemplary presentation of all brands and ensure store teams are well-trained in maintaining DTLR Visual Merchandising standards. The role is fast-paced and requires a strong passion for merchandising with a keen understanding of the DTLR brand to create extraordinary window and in-store displays to enhance customer experience and increase sales.

Come work for us! We are looking for dedicated employees to join our team to help our customers have the best experience possible every time they enter a DTLR store. Our employees are key to our success.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for creating and maintaining a compelling merchandise presentation that will engage customer experience and stimulate sales activity.
• Drive all timelines for retailer seasonal updates and ensure projects deliver on time.
• Complete daily walkthroughs at store using Workforce Experience app to ensure visual merchandising is kept to the highest standards.
• Submit daily photo postings in Workforce Experience app to show before and after work to be reviewed by Regional Visual Merchandising Manager.
• Re-merchandise apparel and footwear setups, window presentations, in-store displays and point of sale area to maximize product sell through.
• Coordinate with Regional Visual Merchandising Manager in determining specific visual needs such as fixtures, lighting, photos, signage, and pricing concepts, point of sale, and execution of critical marketing campaigns.
• Implement the company\'s visual merchandising directives throughout the stores, including specialty concepts with specific vendor compliance.
• Communicate with Store Manager and District Manager regarding each store visual merchandising successes and opportunities.
• Provide daily and concise follow-through on all areas of merchandising via email.
• Provide on-the-spot training to motivate and coach store teams about visual merchandising standards and maintenance.
• Partner with the Buying Team to understand key merchandising strategies and communicate inventory levels or issues.
• Partner with District Manager in holding store team accountable for the visual maintenance of the store and assist with executing visual directives.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the associate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and / or abilities required:

• 1 to 2 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Retail experience required
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

Skills and Knowledge Requirements

• Work requires a solid knowledge of business and an excellent command of the English language to effectively communicate verbal and/or written form with management, associates and customers.
• Mandates a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations. Requires poise, tact, and diplomacy.
• Ability to think strategically, plan and organize effectively with strong attention to detail with emphasis on visual merchandising.
• Maintain a professional demeanor in all situations.
• Proficient analytical ability to gather and summarize data for reports, solve administrative problems, and prioritize work.
• Results driven with demonstrated critical and creative thinking skills. Project management, time management, analytical and organizational skills required.
• Discretion, confidentiality, and independent judgment; diplomacy when needed.
• Ability to plan, organize, multi-task, set priorities, and adapt to changing demands across sources.
• Ability to execute directives with precision and consistency.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to travel; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.
• Stand and walk for extended periods; climb ladders; occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; vision requirements as appropriate for the role.
• Travel via car, plane, or train.
• Ability to work flexible and extended hours; capable of performing in a fast-paced environment.

General Information

DTLR, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.