Urban Outfitters Assistant Visual Merchandising Manager

Location: 3409 ESPERANZA CROSSING, Austin, Texas, 78758 United States

About the role

In collaboration with the Visual Merchandising Manager, the Assistant Visual Merchandising Manager supports the operations of the store with an emphasis on merchandising and display to create an inspiring and dynamic visual experience for the customer.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a brand representative reflective of the company values; partners with the Visual Merchandising Manager, Display Artist and Assistant Managers on the creation of an engaging visual experience that appeals to the UO customer
• Delivers exceptional customer experiences that are engaging and personalized, yet efficient
• Supports the Visual Merchandising Manager in execution of in-store creative marketing, merchandising, activations, and supporting store teams to drive sales and create a compelling store environment
• Participates in the recruiting, hiring, and training of Assistant Manager and display candidates to drive bench and succession planning; maintains responsibility and ownership of own development and professional growth
• Sets clear objectives and expectations by coaching team members on store processes, business analysis, merchandise placement, product standards, and visual display
• Inspires team through shared fate, creativity, and empowerment; tailors motivation to the individual and leveraging the strengths of the team
• Assists in managing visual direction of display and merchandising process from planning through execution to meet company expectations, budgets, and timeline
• Assesses store business using company reporting tools to identify department and global opportunities for the store; takes smart visual risks with measurable results to maximize sales and impact customer experience
• Supports shipment and omni processes to prioritize getting product to the customer; takes a forward-thinking approach to make a strategic plan for execution and recovery of sell through and markdowns
• Adheres to store’s safety standards, inventory accuracy, reduction of product loss, and upholds all company policy and procedures to support the profitability of the store
• Promotes an inclusive environment by representing and amplifying all voices, actively seeking and advocating different perspectives
• Facilitates the sharing of product knowledge, current trends, visual priorities and brand messaging through daily meetings with the team and customer
• Checks in with Visual Merchandising Manager, Store Manager, Assistant Managers, and Display Artist to maintain communication and teamwork on completing store objectives; demonstrates adaptability to affect change and successfully execute a shared vision
• Stays current and responds to interoffice communication while ensuring important Company information reaches all