Senior Manager Visual Merchandising

At least 5 years’ experience in Visual Presentation for a retail apparel company • Flexible, organized, collaborative Excellent written, verbal communication, and organizational skills • Creativity – must have strong visual merchandising and styling skills. Lay out floor maps/concept books for seasonal floor sets for all stores • Communicate weekly visual updates and seasonal window execution directives.

Overview:

Job Title: Visual Merchandising Manager

Brand(s): Lucky Brand Primary

Work Location: New York, NY

FLSA Classification: Exempt

 

General Summary: The Visual Merchandising Manager is responsible for developing and executing the overall creative visual merchandising direction for stores. This individual is a key partner to the Marketing Department on implementing key seasonal campaigns for execution in stores. The Visual Merchandise Manager is also responsible for compiling floorset information and communicating this direction to the field.

 

Position Responsibilities:

• Partner with Merchandising and Design teams to determine real estate allocation on the floor, supporting key item placement, and styling 
• Lay out floor maps/concept books for seasonal floor sets for all stores • Communicate weekly visual updates and seasonal window execution directives 
• Partner with Marketing to formulate strategy for seasonal presentations to support key business initiatives 
• Partner with Regional and District Managers to ensure corporate direction is communicated and properly executed in field 
• Establish a seasonal calendar outlining critical visual highlight areas 
• Update and maintain the store standards merchandise training manual
• Assist with sourcing displays and seasonal props 
• Obtain feedback from Regional and District Managers and partners in the field to improve visual direction and execution
• Participate in regular local store visits to test new visual/merchandising strategies and gain insight from store teams

 

Position Requirements:

 

• At least 5 years’ experience in Visual Presentation for a retail apparel company • Flexible, organized, collaborative  Excellent written, verbal communication, and organizational skills • Creativity – must have strong visual merchandising and styling skills
• Ability to lift 30lbs and work with mannequins and fixtures/hardware in a mock store environment
• Competition and industry awareness
• Ability to work independently, manage a team of storeline associates, and multitask in a fast paced environment
• Flexible with a team player attitude
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and Microsoft Office
• Ability to travel minimally three times a year
• Travel may be required, based on business needs.
• Adhere to regular in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration. Job duties may be performed effectively using the hybrid work program designated by the company.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor as the company retains the right to change duties to this position.
• Must have authorization to work in the United States.

 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Ability to maintain regular and timely attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for up to 8 hours per day
• Ability to constantly operate a computer, other office equipment and look at a monitor for up to 8 hours per day
• Ability to clearly and accurately communicate and exchange information verbally, in writing, or through other means in person, telephonically, or through virtual communication methods
• Ability to reach at or below shoulder level
• Ability to carry equipment, move boxes/samples, etc.

Pay Range: USD $89,100.00 - USD $124,890.00 /Yr.