Store Visual Merchandiser
Purpose at Ashley
The Store Visual Merchandiser role at Ashley Furniture creates visually engaging store displays, interior layouts, and well-balanced audio elements. Working under the guidance of Visual Leadership, the visual merchandiser uses their creative skills to design and present merchandise in a way that enhances the overall shopping experience for our guests. By implementing innovative merchandising strategies, the Visual team contributes to creating a memorable and enjoyable shopping experience that helps to attract and retain customers.
What You’ll Do
- Implement a visual merchandising strategy that helps achieve the Company’s sales volume and financial objectives.
- Execute visually appealing and well-balanced store merchandising displays under the direction of Visual Leadership, coordinate layout plans for furniture, lighting, and accessories, and transition seasonal products.
- Remerchandise displays, signage, point-of-sale, and select areas regularly to maximize product sell-through.
- Execute floor moves or any other necessary changes consistent with the layout plan and product focus; communicate regularly with Visual management on sold items.
- Complete the store's recovery processes throughout the day.
- Maintain store interior and exterior appearance with the assistance of the warehouse and housekeeping associates.
- Initiate repair and maintenance of store lighting, fixtures, paint, flooring, etc., in conjunction with store management.
- Check-in and unpackage accessory merchandise and other product shipments in collaboration with the warehouse associate; coordinate product tagging, felt-dotting, and showroom placement; participate in the bi-annual inventory process.
- Adhere to all visual merchandising standards and bulletins provided by Visual Leadership. Ensure audio/visual items, such as store music, sign height, etc., comply with the communication standards to store associates and involve associates in the visual maintenance of the store.
- Develop high levels of knowledge on all Company products, promotions, and store functions; keep up to date on fashion styles and trends.
- Mentor store staff on merchandising basics. Involve the staff in the visual maintenance of the store and assist in communicating with the Company’s visual merchandising standards.
- Cook with the store manager regarding regular tasks & duties, visual needs, incoming products, point-of-sale materials, etc.
- Complete any additional tasks assigned by management.
What You Bring
- Legally authorized to work in the US.
- At least 18 years old.
- 2 years' experience in retail store visual merchandising, preferably in home furnishings preferred.
- Regularly lift objects over 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to transport loads of 100 IBS with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Associate degree in interior design, merchandising, or equivalent work experience, preferred.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Maintain reliable attendance.
- Thrive in a team environment.
What’s In It For You
- Extended health, dental benefits, and vision insurance.
- Life/Disability Insurance.
- Flex Spending Account.
- 401K.
- Paid Time Off.
About the Role
Ashley Furniture has been the largest home furnishings manufacturer for over 75 years, transforming homes worldwide. With a customer base continuously growing, Ashley is expanding its reach by opening more stores to meet the increasing demand. Our dedication to quality, style, and affordability has solidified our reputation as a trusted and recognized brand worldwide.
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