Visual Merchandising & Store Design Manager Job at Squishable in New York

Overview

Job Summary: We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented individual to help make Squishable retail spaces engaging, cohesive, and fun. The Visual Merchandising & Store Design Associate supports the development and execution of in-store visuals, layouts, and seasonal merchandising strategies to elevate the customer experience across our retail locations. This role is hands-on and collaborative, working closely with the Art & Design team, Store Operations, and external vendors to bring the Squishable brand to life in-store. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of relevant experience in visual merchandising or store design—retail experience is required, and toy or specialty retail experience is a plus!

MUST BE comfortable with travel. This role includes approximately 50% travel to Squishable stores across the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and rollout of seasonal visual merchandising guidelines, floor sets, and in-store directives.
• Develop and execute store layouts, signage, fixture placement, and graphics to maintain a consistent brand message.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to coordinate and implement signage, fixtures, props, and merchandising installations.
• Lead and support visual merchandising projects, including new store openings, store revamps, and seasonal refreshes.
• Provide visual training and guidance to store staff to ensure consistency across all locations.
• Monitor product presentation and store execution, suggesting improvements to drive customer engagement and sales.
• Stay current on retail design and merchandising trends to continuously evolve Squishable’s in-store experience.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in visual merchandising, retail design, or a related field (toy or specialty retail experience strongly preferred)
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Google Suite.
• Knowledge of SketchUp or similar design software is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment and adapt to evolving priorities.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% to support stores across the U.S.

Salary

Salary: $75,000-$85,000

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee Discount

Work Location

Work Location: Hybrid must be comfortable commuting to the NYC office