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Ashley Furniture Industries

Retail Store Visual Merchandiser

Ashley Furniture Industries, Florida, New York, United States

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Retail Store Visual Merchandiser

at Ashley Furniture Industries

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Summary The Store Visual is responsible for designing and executing visually appealing, well-balanced store merchandise displays under the direction of visual leadership. The role remerchandises displays, signage, point‑of‑sale items and other areas to maximize product sell‑through, completes showroom recovery processes, and manages incoming merchandise receipt and new product placement to ensure an exceptional store experience for every guest. The Visual Merchandiser coordinates the maintenance and improvement of the store interior, audio/visual impact, and implements all merchandising strategies in line with the company’s goals of creating an enjoyable, easy shopping experience to generate new and repeat business. The position is accountable for the visual merchandising strategy that supports the company’s sales volume and financial objectives.

Responsibilities

Execute visually appealing and well‑balanced store merchandising displays under the direction of visual leadership; coordinate layout plans for furniture, lighting and accessories and transition seasonal products.

Remerchandise displays, signage, point‑of‑sale and select areas regularly to maximize product sell‑through. Execute floor moves or any other necessary changes consistent with the layout plan and product focus; communicate regularly with visual management on items that have sold.

Complete the store recovery processes throughout the day; maintain store interior and exterior appearance with the assistance of warehouse and housekeeping associates.

Initiate repair and maintenance of store lighting, fixtures, paint, flooring, etc. in conjunction with store management.

Check in and unpackage accessory merchandise and other product shipments in collaboration with the warehouse associate; coordinate product tagging, felt‑dotting and showroom placement; participate in the bi‑annual inventory process.

Adhere to all visual merchandising standards and bulletins provided by visual leadership; ensure audio/visual items such as store music and sign height are in compliance with the standards.

Develop high levels of knowledge on all company products, promotions and store functions; keep up‑to‑date on fashion styles and trends.

Mentor store staff on merchandising basics; involve the staff in the visual maintenance of the store and assist in communicating the company’s visual merchandising standards.

Coordinate with the store manager regarding regular tasks & duties, visual needs, incoming product, point‑of‑sale materials, etc.

Demonstrate the company’s core and growth values in the performance of all job functions.

Coach and train new and existing visual team members within the market, as directed.

Assist in new store openings as needed.

Submit orders for tools and supplies as needed.

Learn the furniture retail industry as a whole to establish a strong understanding of the company’s products and their positioning in the marketplace.

Maintain reliable attendance.

Actively participate in departmental meetings, training and education; assist with training other employees and providing backup.

Complete other assignments and special projects as requested.

About the Company At Ashley, we’re more than a business…we’re family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We’re problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won’t coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses, and never settle for the status quo. That’s why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry and why we’re always searching for better ways to deliver an exceptional customer experience.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Sales and Business Development

Industries Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing

Equal Opportunity Statement Ashley values its diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made on the basis of an individual’s skills, qualifications, merit, and business need.

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