Foot Locker
Overview
The Visual Associate supports the store by ensuring premium visual standards are consistently maintained to exceed customer expectations. The Visual Ninja reports to the local District Manager (DM) and partners with district managers and the NYO Visual Manager in nearby markets.
Responsibilities
Visit Foot Locker, Lady Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker stores in designated malls on a daily basis
Train store staff on Visual Merchandising standards using the monthly Visual Merchandising Directive and Visual/Marketing communication documents
Collaborate with District Managers, Regional Vice Presidents and NYO teams to ensure standards and compliance are met
Work with Store Managers to seek solutions and capitalize on store growth potential
Identify opportunities to elevate store effectiveness based on KPI trends and present business‑driving ideas to the District Manager
Provide local market insights to advance competitive edge in the mall/surrounding area
Send weekly recaps of store visits to NYO for review, including dates visited, accomplishments, and before/after photos
Partner with NYO Visual Manager on successes and challenges during bi‑weekly VM Ninja calls and weekly FaceTime walk‑throughs of store setups
Support and review window and marketing setups, making updates per the monthly VM Directive and in‑store communications
Maintain mannequin standards by making necessary updates
Provide apparel fixture merchandising support
Support launch of new visual/marketing initiatives in stores
Develop a marketing/fixture area and process for each property
Conduct visual marketing clinics in home stores with managers and associates
Support new store openings, special installs and projects where necessary
Support external vendor installs by verifying all specifications are correct and reporting successes to the DM and NYO Visual Manager
Qualifications
Must have retail visual merchandising experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage several projects simultaneously
Effective partnership with business associates at all levels across multiple functions
Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Lotus Notes or similar email platform
Must be able to lift 30 lbs.
Benefits
Rate of Pay: $19.81 / Hour
30‑50% Employee Discount
Weekly Pay
Development and Advancement Opportunities
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