Regional Visual Manager North East

About the role

As the Regional Visual Merchandising Manager, you will coach and develop in-store visual teams to achieve strategic company objectives and ensure visual merchandising consistency across the region.

Responsibilities

• Stay knowledgeable about all Visual Merchandising (VM) strategies and current trends to support company sales goals.
• Hire, supervise, and empower an efficient and effective team of in-store VM Managers and Visual Merchandisers.
• Collaborate with HR on compensation, hiring, and performance coaching for employees.
• Provide clarity on Visual Merchandising directives, including customer profile, compelling merchandising, and fashion-relevant styling.
• Implement and customize directives for each store based on current inventory.
• Partner with corporate teams to educate in-store VM Managers and teams on execution of VM guidelines, directives, installations, and signing.
• Uphold the integrity of the Nordstrom brand in all VM and regional strategies.
• Strategically plan for regional business needs and execute the business plan with a focus on visual excellence.
• Maintain clear, concise, and consistent communication across all levels.
• Inspire and motivate Visual Merchandising Managers and teams through innovation and leadership.
• Align with corporate partners, VM Managers, and support teams on store openings, remodels, interior installs, and large-scale regional events.
• Conduct scheduled walkthroughs with Regional Managers, Visual Managers, and Store Managers to share observations, receive feedback, and develop improvement strategies.
• Identify and develop future Visual Managers and leaders.
• Forecast and manage the regional budget accurately.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Visual Merchandising management and/or leadership roles with progressively larger responsibility within Nordstrom.
• Cohesive and well-rounded understanding of all aspects of Visual Merchandising and Nordstrom’s service environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to set clear direction.
• Excellent organizational, delegation, and follow-through skills.
• Proven ability to inspire and develop people.
• Ability to build strong relationships with peers and senior leadership.
• Strong strategic planning and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to translate ideas into action and consistently achieve results.

Pay

Annual pay range: $93,500.00 - $155,000.00, dependent on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Retirement savings plan (401k).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accruals and holidays.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Merchandise discount and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources.