Visual Merchandiser
2 months ago
$75000–$80000 yearly
Full-time
Manhattan, New York
The Visual Merchandising Manager at Dagne Dover is a key leadership role responsible for creating a visually engaging environment that reflects the brand's values and appeals to our customers through strategic retail display and merchandising. This role aligns the store visuals with overall brand aesthetic and initiatives and works closely with the Store Manager and Retail Operations to ensure the store remains visually compelling. The VMM will also assist with special projects supporting visual initiatives. This is a full-time, in person position at our Flagship Store in Soho and will report directly to the Senior Manager, Retail Operations with a dotted line to the Creative Director. The Role:
Visual Impact:
Align the store visuals with overall brand aesthetic and initiatives, and create and execute seasonal visual display to enhance the in-store customer experience.
Maintain high visual standards through daily and weekly tasks including resetting display, resetting testing stations, and ensuring overall store ambiance, including playlist and scents.
Participate in visual execution of events when needed.
Leadership & Team Training:
Develop visual standards and product knowledge and train team members on those standards.
Set clear objectives and expectations for visual processes and special projects.
Act as a leader in the store and partner with the Store Manager, ensuring alignment on store priorities.
Operational Management:
Collaborate with leadership to plan and execute store priorities, including opening/closing checklist and VM standards checklist.
Balance visual merchandising tasks with customer service responsibilities, including working on the sales floor and supporting the store team as needed.
Ensuring inventory accuracy when utilizing store products for merchandising and display.
Change & Innovation:
Bring fresh, forward-thinking ideas to life, creating a compelling environment and making the store an irresistible destination.
Tailor and elevate visual direction to perfectly match the store's unique vibe.
Store Environment:
Utilize reporting tools to identify business opportunities in product placement and stock levels.
Ensure safety standards and adherence to company policies to support store profitability.
Development & Growth:
Take ownership of personal and professional development.
Lead special projects that support visual initiatives or personal career growth
You:
2-3 years of visual merchandising experience at a corporate level preferable in a retail fashion environment
2-3 years of retail and/or customer service experience
Proven track record of strong leadership and team management abilities
Creative and strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail
Excellent communication and training abilities
Ability to adapt and innovate within a dynamic retail environment
Knowledge of visual merchandising techniques
Ability to see a project from start to finish, including ideation and execution
The expected starting annual salary range is $75,000-$80,000. Schedule will typically be Monday to Friday 10am-6pm and one weekend per month to support events and peak times.
We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. The amount a particular employee will earn within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance and business needs.
Founded in 2013, Dagne Dover is a digitally native, women-owned brand that designs problem-solving bags for all aspects of life. At its core, our company is aimed at making lives easier through empathy and good design. We love people, and we love making people happy.
Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging are important to us, as a diverse team ourselves. We’ve created a community where everyone’s uniqueness is celebrated, respected, and honored. We encourage you to apply if you think it sounds like a good fit for you!
