Product Designer

The Visual Merchandiser will develop and manage store merchandising strategies and solutions for point of sale material, hardware, signage and in-store communications. The individual collaborates with multiple cross-functional departments in an effort to produce a well-organized, cohesive and consistent store experience for our Guests. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

To accomplish these responsibilities, this individual must be proficient in space planning software and work flow processes that support the flawless execution. This position will work cross-functionally primarily collaborating with Merchandising and Store Operations. He/she will report to the head of Brand Marketing.

Responsibilities:  Work with Brand, Operations and Merchandising to support the existing floor set process and ongoing visual identity of the retail stores.  Works with corporate and franchise operational partners on training and development of Visual Merchandising standards, educating teams on the effective use of planogram direction and signage.  Implements store merchandising/signage strategy to enhance the Guest experience and ensure an easy-to-shop environment, in alignment with Marketing and Merchandising.  Supports cross-functional departments in maintaining a cohesive and consistent look across all visual brand elements at the store-level.  Works with Visual Manager to represent and develop product placement direction for corporate and franchise stores while identifying solutions for in-store branding and imagery improvements.  Maintains knowledge of best practices and actively works to improve merchandising strategies, making recommendations on new Visual Merchandising projects.  Perform additional functions that may be assigned at the discretion of management.  Assist in placement of product for floor sets and specialty projects and implementation of in-store displays and other store visuals, ensuring shortage prevention initiatives are executed.  Respond to required visual actions that will drive positive sales results – enforce maintain merchandising standards, proper fixture utilization. Maintain photo library of store execution.  Executes floor set review process to ensure all floor sets comply with standards  Partner with Brand, Operations and Merchandising to rollout set change components to all stores  Manage reset driven field based inquiries to ensure issues communicated are resolved within 24 business hours  Proactively manage changes in project scope and devise contingency plans/options when applicable  Manage all visual merchandising components including fixtures, display forms and assets across all formats  Maintain the Visual Calendar and ensure due dates are met for set shipments, concept roll outs and special events  Alignment between Brand, Operations and Merchandising to ensure assortment fits globally, regionally and in small, medium and large formats  Develop tools to aid markets with keeping up to date with new collateral launches and new merchandising guidelines  Build cross functional partnerships to ensure visual merchandising supports the business strategy and financial plan  Partners with internal teams: merchandising, finance, IT, Creative & Operations etc. for all projects Experience:  5 years hands on visual merchandising experience at retail  Excellent listening and communication skills along with the ability to work independently and with a team  Ability to hand sketch, proficient with Adobe Creative and MS Office Suite applications  Possess strong decision making skills, accuracy and attention to details  Effective multi-tasker who can manage projects from conception through production in a fast paced changing environment  Ability to negotiate with internal and external business partners  Proficient knowledge of Planogram applications, Adobe Creative, Auto Cad, InDesign, Office, etc.

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