Regional Visual Manager

Key Job Responsibilities

• Uses an intimate knowledge of DSG showroom tactical processes, proper lighting and furniture staging techniques, and specific understanding of the various furniture styles/categories
• Ensures the day-to-day management and preparation of their “home” Homestore
• Maintains a consistent in-person store visit (as agreed upon with Regional Visual Manager) with each store in the district to ensure store presentation is properly executed for guest readiness
• Maintains a consistent follow up process with each store in the district to ensure leave behind action items are being addressed between store visits
• Provides structure, trains and develops the stores Visual Designers in their area to ensure the Visual Designers’ performance and enhance their opportunity for growth
• Maintains continuous communication with Regional Visual Manager on store performance and other aspects
• Follows and executes the “VEC Summary” document and process to ensure the VM, Store Manager and DSG Management team are aligned with store performance and expectations
• Ensures consistent and accurate Environmental Presentation, product Placement, Product Association Awareness, Backroom Cleanliness and Organization, Internal Communication, Leadership aligned with store performance and expectations

Other Duties as Assigned

• Travels 4-5 days per month on average, mostly 1-2 night stays per trip
• Travels in special circumstances (store openings, store refreshes, corporate meetings, etc)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications (such as Word, Excel)
• Ability to work independently, exercise appropriate action and good business judgement
• Ability to communicate visual merchandising direction in a compelling manner
• Effective organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple, overlapping and potentially conflicting priorities
• Ability to remain highly effective under stress and respond to pressure in a manner acceptable to other parties
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook as well as DSG Operating System(s) (Storis, Profit

Qualifications

• Preferred: Degree in Retail Management, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field
• 1 year as a visual designer in a DSG store
• 3 years in a retail home furnishings organization
• Experience with merchandising trends in the marketplace understanding consumer behavior and competitive pressures