Regional Visual Merchandiser - DC Metro

Company: Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams
Location: Washington
Posted on: May 6, 2021

Job Description:

About Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams:Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams is a fast-growing, industry-leading brand that is known for classic modern furnishings with great comfort & style, as well as a commitment to equality, environmental responsibility and education. Since our start in 1989, we've created a culture of respect, equality and a commitment to helping employees reach their potential and lead more comfortable lives.Regional Visual Merchandiser - DC MetroOverview: We currently have an opportunity for a Regional Visual Merchandiser to work with our outstanding visual team. Our Regional Visual Merchandiser will be responsible for establishing, implementing, and maintaining visual standards and corporate direction relating to brand presentation for 3-5 retail locations in their established region. Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, analyze, and adjust seasonal floor plans for each store within a multi-store region.
• Utilize sales data to make informed decisions regarding floor assortment by showroom to drive sales and achieve written sales targets
• Partner with corporate, field management, and staff to recognize and address brand presentation at the store level to maximize sales.
• Consistently maintain visual standards as it relates to store styling, window displays, exterior appearance and general conditions of the showroom.
• Explore and implement merchandising strategies by product category to achieve increased sales across specific categories.
• Plan visual rotation schedule and communicate consistently and effectively to meet the needs of assigned stores.
• Assist with and participate in seasonal retail market, retail catalog photography, new store openings, and other special projects as requested.
• Operational support of the stores through backroom organization and maintenance, and marketing/signing installations.
• Execute inventory management by confirming incoming transfers against PO's for accuracy, they will be involved in identifying replenishment needs, assisting with actual inventories as they are needed quarterly/annually and involved in the 3PL to retail transfers. Qualifications: The ideal visual merchandising candidate will have great taste that is right for our brand, a strong understanding of retail space planning and a personality that fits with our caring, creative, and high-energy team. In addition, this candidate will possess the following traits:
  • Minimum 3 years of retail visual merchandising experience, preferably in a multi-store management role
  • Experience working for a high-end reputable brand, preferably in-home goods or home furnishings
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills are required to be successful in this role
  • Ability to self-direct and manage business within assigned territory and perform work with a sense of urgency
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact professionally and effectively with all levels of management and staff
  • Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign a plus
  • Experience with AutoCAD required
  • Regional and national overnight travel required
  • Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays as needed
  • General housekeeping support as needed in the stores (lift 50lbs minimum, climb ladder/direct & replace spotlights, patch/paint) Compensations and Benefits: We offer a wide range of career opportunities with excellent benefits. Above all, we're looking for passionate, talented, hard-working, nice people with great taste to help us build this brand we love.
    • Competitive wages
    • 401k with company match
    • Option to participate in company health (medical, dental) insurance plans as well as supplemental insurance
    • Promote work/life balance including paid time off and paid holidays
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Scholarship Program We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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