Visual Merchandising Manager jobs in California

About the Role

The Manager of Visual Merchandising is responsible for supporting and leading a divisional team with the creation and execution of global visual directives to achieve compelling visual presentations in store. They digitally and physically execute the full-scale presentations of all product that has been developed through the line adoption process, while also managing the sample intake process and team timelines. This role works closely with the Sr. Visual Managers and Directors to plan and prioritize team workload and projects, leading their divisional team through priority shifts as needed. The Visual Merchandising Manager also works with key cross functional partners to ensure brand strategies are achieved and participates in and leads their divisional team in all key product milestones for their division.

What You'll Do

• Maintain a pulse on current and relevant market and visual merchandising trends.
• Manage the Sample Coordinators and the in-season sample process for the entire Visual Merchandising team.
• Proactively collaborate with cross functional partners including Visual Styling, to support store set process—including visual merchandising, styling/outfitting and displays, and prepare to present to cross-functional partners.
• Active operational leadership efficiency during all store sets and visual communication deliverables – ensure the team has balanced workload, actively participate in divisional and cross-functional meetings, regulate project timelines and ensure all deliverables are met.
• Prepare written communication—including monthly style guides and event communication.
• Partner closely with key cross-functional business partners (Design, Merchandising, Marketing, Inventory Management, Field Visual and Stores) to support business objectives.
• Actively support the Product Creation lifecycle with Design and Merchandising to ensure the product comes to life through compelling storytelling in support of brand strategies, and appropriate assortment levels across the fleet.
• Manage competing priorities between digital and physical sample management, merchandising and outfitting.
• Partner with Sr. Associates to develop and share best practices in systems, processes, etc. with team.
• Participate in and lead special projects as needed.
• Travel as needed.

Who You Are

• 3-5 years retail industry and store experience.
• Visual Merchandising experience.
• 1 years of People Management experience.
• Elevated fashion and styling sense with the ability to incorporate new fashion trends into projects.
• Problem solver who is familiar with developing creative solutions.
• Ability in managing projects from inception to completion.
• Organization and time management skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer skills preferred – Microsoft Office, InDesign.
• Knowledge of emerging digital tools.