Visual Merchandiser Job at Altar'd State in Charleston

About the Company

Altar'd State is a rapidly growing women's fashion brand with more than 100 boutiques in over 30 states. We offer a place of respite and a distinctive shopping experience with the latest fashion finds, the most sought‑after accessories, as well as charming home decor and gifts.

Mission

“Stand Out. For Good.” At Altar’d State, those four words are more than just our motto; they are why we exist. From Mission Mondays, where 10% of our net proceeds go directly to local charitable organizations, to our long‑standing partnership with Coprodeli USA, in which we are building 22 schools for impoverished communities in Peru, we are committed to giving back in meaningful ways.

Position Overview

Merchandiser supports the Store Leader by executing merchandising and seasonal décor to create a beautiful environment for our guests and achieve all store goals. You will provide our guests with exceptional service through relationship building and an inspirational, well‑maintained environment. Merchandisers drive excellence and provide leadership in all visual aspects of the store including elevated product merchandising, well‑crafted window designs, and a drive for results through the store’s presentation.

Job Requirements

People

• Fosters a guest‑focused team environment through driving volume and anticipating guest needs
• Achieves excellent guest service by role‑modeling company service standards
• Proactively provides timely feedback to associates, rewards and recognizes performance to drive retention
• Holds self and associates accountable for achievement of financial results and performance standards
• Manages conflict and coaches by applying company’s recommended processes, standards and guidelines
• Empowers and involves associates in decision‑making processes
• Receives feedback and fosters dialog around solutions
• Develops associates through an individualized approach by matching talent with tasks, delegating, and challenging on results
• Fosters team commitment through support, relationship building, and recognizing individual contributions
• Leads by managing through change and adversity
• Makes recommendations on hiring, promotions, and terminations of team members based on performance

Process

• React to product and presentation based off the needs of the business
• Maintain seasonal window décor weekly
• Control workflow through successful planning and delegation
• Assess store business using company reporting tools to identify merchant opportunities within product placement, outfitting and stock levels
• Execute task directives within designated time frames
• Conduct weekly window mannequin updates
• Teach standards of product flow, merchandising and product knowledge to the team
• Adhere to loss prevention practices and report potential incidents to ensure shortage control and protect company assets
• Communicate effectively with executive team
• Coach the team on analysis of business‑related visual presentation to achieve department sales goals
• Lead forward‑thinking approach to the guest experience through merchandising, seasonal décor and in‑store marketing
• Lead a creative community to drive sales through an inspirational store environment
• Must be able to lift and carry heavy boxes (up to 30 lbs.)

Presentation

• Utilize and manage the use of weekly reporting to track, analyze and communicate business results and determine strategies to maximize sales
• Interpret Home Office visual communication through Store Leader / District Leader partnership
• Partner with the Store Leader to oversee and manage the roll‑out of floor sets, window sets, fixture placement and overall visual environment
• Maintain an awareness of brand aesthetic and relevance to the store environment and communicate with team
• Manage placement of new product
• Communicate product performance observations and offer feedback to the Store Leader

Qualifications

• 1 year merchandising experience
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Physical ability to perform tasks, which could require prolonged standing, sitting, reaching, kneeling and/or squatting frequently, and possibly climbing ladders or stairs. Must be able to lift and carry 30 lbs. regularly without assistance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Stand Out For Good, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

Workplace Recognition

• #73 in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® 2023
• #4 in Fortune Best Workplaces in Retail™ 2022
• #93 in Best Workplaces for Millennials™ 2023
• #34 in Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ 2022

Job Details

Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Marketing and Sales
Industry: Retail

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