Visual Operations Manager - Yorktown
About the role
AKIRA opened the doors to its first women's clothing boutique in Chicago in 2002. Since then, the company has extended its reach to 40+ stores across the United States, as well as a thriving eCommerce business. AKIRA is extremely well-poised for sustained growth as we continue to build a nationally recognized brand. The core principle for all employees at AKIRA is to Act and Think Like an Owner.
As a Visual Operations Manager, you will oversee all visual and operational aspects of the store, leading a team of 4 to 20 individuals depending on size. This role combines creativity and strategy—you interpret sales data, design impactful displays, and craft visual stories that drive results.
Responsibilities
- Independently prioritize in-store merchandising tasks each day by assessing aesthetic needs, analyzing and incorporating weekly selling data
- Effectively execute all in-store merchandising tasks according to company guidelines, including but not limited to: floor layout adjustments, floor moves, rack merchandising, table displays, wall displays, accessory displays, sales floor and window mannequin styling, promotional displays, etc.
- Communicate regularly with store management staff to ensure merchandising is meeting the needs of the business and aiding in sales
- Partner with the leadership team to ensure standards are being kept up throughout the store, and teach and participate in all tasks
- Complete various cleaning tasks when changing displays (waxing racks, dusting tables, adjusting lighting after floor moves, etc.)
- Complete daily and weekly visual and operations evaluations
- Elevate the customer experience not only through the store environment visually, but also by supporting sales
- Support the Leadership team by participating in all functions of the business, including talent recruitment & performance management
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of experience in visual merchandising
- Strong knowledge of fashion and current trends
- Efficient and quick-paced, whether working independently or as part of a team
- Willingness to work early mornings and/or occasional late nights
- Excited to contribute to a dynamic and fun work environment
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills
- Flexible with scheduling, including extended hours when needed
Physical Requirements
Move product, supplies and/or boxes repetitively; ability to push, pull, lift a maximum of 50 lbs. based on needs of the role. Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time, including a 10-12 hour shift.
Travel
Open to occasional travel to support other stores.
Benefits
AKIRA offers competitive benefits for full-time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance, Life, LTD, FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA, Flex Transit (CTA), 401(k), and a generous employee discount.