Visual Merchandiser - South Des Moines, IA
Target, Des Moines, IA, United States
Starting pay range: $21.50–$23.50 per hour. Full pay range: $21.50–$36.55 per hour.
Pay is based on several factors, including labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. Target cares about and invests in team members so that they can take care of themselves and their families. Eligible team members and their dependents receive comprehensive health benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and more. Other benefits include 401(k), employee discount, short‑term and long‑term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.
All About Target Working at Target means helping families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture.
All About Visual Merchandising The Visual Merchandiser supports a great guest experience by ensuring visual moments are set and maintained to company guides and visual standards to drive sales and inspire guests. They are experts in visual presentation, which includes elevated merchandising techniques, mannequin styling, mapping and fixture blocking, and In‑Store Marketing (ISM) elements.
Developing Skills and Experience
Retail business fundamentals including department sales trends, inventory management, guest shopping patterns, pricing and promotion strategies.
Planning and communicating department workload to support business priorities and deliver sales goals.
Training and developing team members to improve visual merchandising acumen and skills.
Leading the strategy of visual merchandising and Visual Standards implementation.
Typical Responsibilities
Plan daily/weekly visual workload with leader guidance to include sales goals, events, and promotions.
Execute weekly visual assessments and partner with leaders to improve store visual execution and guest experience.
Assess and guide the execution of visual standards across the store.
Support the execution of the company Visual Merchandising strategy, visual standards and In‑Store Marketing (ISM) across all pertinent areas.
Validate all visual presentations in partnership with leaders.
Set all overhead spotlights to highlight key merchandising presentations.
With leader guidance, solve merchandising issues and adjust sets to create and maintain inspiring presentations.
Leverage daily interactions to teach team visual standards, signage and affordability strategy, and how to create inspiring visual moments.
Maintain organization of backroom space and keep up to date with current signage tools and fixtures. Set all non‑planogram ISM elements throughout the store.
Communicate and support team onboarding, continuous learning and help close knowledge and skill gaps through training, influencing and hands‑on experiences.
Demonstrate inclusivity by valuing diverse perspectives and approaches, being authentic and respectful, and creating equitable experiences.
Always demonstrate ethical conduct, safety and compliance.
Work safely at all times; comply with safety policies, best practices, and training; report hazards and correct where possible.
Create a welcoming experience by greeting guests while completing daily tasks.
Engage with guests to help solve their specific needs.
Thank guests and let them know we’re happy they chose to shop at Target.
All other duties as needed based on business needs.
What We Are Looking For
You enjoy interacting and helping others.
You thrive in a fast-moving, highly active and physically demanding role, where teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem solving are key.
You are open to a flexible work schedule with varying hours, days or shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays and other peak shopping times).
Required/Preferred Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 to 2 years of visual merchandising experience.
Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
Business acumen and creativity to inspire guests and drive sales.
Strong understanding of trend and style that reflects Target’s brand.
Lead and influence store teams to follow processes that support visual merchandising.
Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology as directed.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and team members.
Effective communication skills.
Capacity to remain focused and composed in a fast‑paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Additional Expectations
Access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues.
Operate Work Assist Vehicle (WAV) and pallet jack.
Interpret instructions, reports and information.
Accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
Climb up and down ladders as needed.
Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including lifting up to 15 pounds routinely and occasional lifts up to 44 pounds without assistance.
Flexible work schedule; reliable and prompt attendance necessary.
Remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift.
Benefits Eligibility To learn about benefits eligibility for this role, visit
https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_C .
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com.
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Pay is based on several factors, including labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. Target cares about and invests in team members so that they can take care of themselves and their families. Eligible team members and their dependents receive comprehensive health benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and more. Other benefits include 401(k), employee discount, short‑term and long‑term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.
All About Target Working at Target means helping families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture.
All About Visual Merchandising The Visual Merchandiser supports a great guest experience by ensuring visual moments are set and maintained to company guides and visual standards to drive sales and inspire guests. They are experts in visual presentation, which includes elevated merchandising techniques, mannequin styling, mapping and fixture blocking, and In‑Store Marketing (ISM) elements.
Developing Skills and Experience
Retail business fundamentals including department sales trends, inventory management, guest shopping patterns, pricing and promotion strategies.
Planning and communicating department workload to support business priorities and deliver sales goals.
Training and developing team members to improve visual merchandising acumen and skills.
Leading the strategy of visual merchandising and Visual Standards implementation.
Typical Responsibilities
Plan daily/weekly visual workload with leader guidance to include sales goals, events, and promotions.
Execute weekly visual assessments and partner with leaders to improve store visual execution and guest experience.
Assess and guide the execution of visual standards across the store.
Support the execution of the company Visual Merchandising strategy, visual standards and In‑Store Marketing (ISM) across all pertinent areas.
Validate all visual presentations in partnership with leaders.
Set all overhead spotlights to highlight key merchandising presentations.
With leader guidance, solve merchandising issues and adjust sets to create and maintain inspiring presentations.
Leverage daily interactions to teach team visual standards, signage and affordability strategy, and how to create inspiring visual moments.
Maintain organization of backroom space and keep up to date with current signage tools and fixtures. Set all non‑planogram ISM elements throughout the store.
Communicate and support team onboarding, continuous learning and help close knowledge and skill gaps through training, influencing and hands‑on experiences.
Demonstrate inclusivity by valuing diverse perspectives and approaches, being authentic and respectful, and creating equitable experiences.
Always demonstrate ethical conduct, safety and compliance.
Work safely at all times; comply with safety policies, best practices, and training; report hazards and correct where possible.
Create a welcoming experience by greeting guests while completing daily tasks.
Engage with guests to help solve their specific needs.
Thank guests and let them know we’re happy they chose to shop at Target.
All other duties as needed based on business needs.
What We Are Looking For
You enjoy interacting and helping others.
You thrive in a fast-moving, highly active and physically demanding role, where teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem solving are key.
You are open to a flexible work schedule with varying hours, days or shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays and other peak shopping times).
Required/Preferred Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 to 2 years of visual merchandising experience.
Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
Business acumen and creativity to inspire guests and drive sales.
Strong understanding of trend and style that reflects Target’s brand.
Lead and influence store teams to follow processes that support visual merchandising.
Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology as directed.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and team members.
Effective communication skills.
Capacity to remain focused and composed in a fast‑paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Additional Expectations
Access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues.
Operate Work Assist Vehicle (WAV) and pallet jack.
Interpret instructions, reports and information.
Accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
Climb up and down ladders as needed.
Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including lifting up to 15 pounds routinely and occasional lifts up to 44 pounds without assistance.
Flexible work schedule; reliable and prompt attendance necessary.
Remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift.
Benefits Eligibility To learn about benefits eligibility for this role, visit
https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_C .
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com.
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