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DIRECTOR OF VISUAL MERCHANDISING

Dufresne Spencer Group, Lexington, Kentucky, us, 40598

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Ashley, the #1 Mattress and Furniture retailer in North America, has an immediate opening for a Director of Visual Merchandising.

The ideal candidate is responsible achieving excellence in store visual execution. This position is responsible for leading all aspects of visual merchandising including strategy identification & implementation, execution of visual merchandising programs, communication and visual training.The position creates the visual direction, standards and processes for implementation at multiple store units in different markets.

**NOW OFFERING ON DEMAND PAY**

OUR COMPANY OFFERS GREAT BENEFITS, INCLUDING:

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Opportunity for advancement Medical, Dental, Vision, & Retirement Benefits 401k Plan Employee Purchase Discounts of 30% or more KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

Create, manage and implement the company’s visual merchandising strategy, including all visual concepts, projects, standards, signage, and floor and fixture plans. Lead and execute communication of merchandising strategies and initiatives to the field and across departments. Demonstrate a strong ability to get accomplish initiatives while working with cross-functional teams. Regularly visit stores to ensure proper implementation of merchandising directive. Responsible for developing overall store design and floorplans for new and remodeled stores. Train and develop direct reports on leadership skills and best practices to ensure task execution. Outstanding organizational, leadership and project management skills. KPIs: Store Grades, Dollars per Square Foot to Budget, Labor Budget, Merchandising Supply Budget, Cap Ex Project Budget. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES :

Some college work in area of relevance, BA or BS preferred. 8+ years of experience furniture and/or accessory merchandising. Proven ability to develop direct and indirect reports and manage their performance. Extensive background creating and implementing visual merchandising direction and processes. Superior organizational skills and ability to work long hours. Able to work well in a fast-paced environment with competing. Excellent skills in all PC/Office/ applications.

Ashley is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ashley does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

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