Visual Merchandiser - Orland Park Mall

Position Overview

As a Visual Merchandiser, you'll be the creative force behind our in-store presentation. You'll transform the product into an experience—balancing aesthetics, storytelling, and performance. Your work not only elevates the customer experience but also drives sales by aligning merchandising with our selling culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Prioritize and complete daily merchandising tasks based on store needs and sales trends.
• Execute floor moves, layout changes, and all merchandising displays (walls, tables, racks, accessories, mannequins, windows) in line with AKIRA's visual standards.
• Partner with store leadership to align visuals with business goals and create synergy between styling and selling.
• Conduct daily visual evaluations and provide insights to improve execution and drive performance.
• Ensure every customer experiences the AKIRA styling service—connecting them with stylists when available or stepping in to assist as needed.
• Perform upkeep during visual changes, including cleaning, dusting, lighting adjustments, and rack maintenance.
• Support store operations, including processing shipments when present and assuming leadership responsibilities when needed.
• Lead by example—contributing to selling, cleaning, performance feedback, and team support with a hands-on, ownership mentality.

What We're Looking For

• A trend-obsessed, fashion-forward mindset with strong awareness of what's happening in style, pop culture, and retail.
• Ability to style and curate for diverse aesthetics, body types, and personal expressions.
• High-energy, solutions-driven work ethic with the ability to execute independently and thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Strong organizational agility, time management skills, and clear, effective communication.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stay active throughout shifts in a dynamic retail setting.
• Flexible availability, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and peak retail holidays.
• Ability to own priorities, influence teammates, and activate others in delivering a cohesive visual execution.

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance, Life, LTD, FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA, Flex Transit (CTA), 401(k)
• Generous employee discount
• Internal growth and career advancement opportunities with meaningful development

Job Type: Full-Time