Manager - Visual Merchandising

POSITION TITLE : Visual Merchandising Manager

REPORTS TO : Sr Director of Visual Brand Experience

POSITION SUMMARY :

Responsible for handling and leading all aspects of the visual presentation of Todd Snyder is represented in the marketplace. This role works cross functionally with business partners to support communicating big ideas and brand moments / objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Implement a VM strategy for all stores, aligning the brand’s overall business objectives.
• Ensure consistency in visual presentation across various markets while adapting to local nuances and preferences, while setting and maintaining the brand's VM principles.
• Be responsible for the showroom which includes leading walkthroughs, VM set up, scheduling, floor mapping, and signage.
• Collaborate with merchandising on big buys / new ideas when setting up showrooms for line opening, including seasonal concepts and custom visual displays.
• Compile and annotate monthly concept books VM, Styling and Windows for field teams.
• Develop VM Principle guidelines for incorporating regional nuance to ensure a consistent execution on a seasonal basis.
• Partner with Regions, Markets and Store Managers on a consistent basis to ensure the category is always being presented to the Global standard but allowing flexibility to adapt to the local consumer needs and business trends.
• Support marketing team on the execution of all showroom setups, visual merchandising guideline proposals, key mannequin looks, and brand activations.
• Provide training to regional, market, and in-store visual teams when visiting markets to increase product visibility and build an appealing experience for the consumer.
• Build a rapport with local store managers and retail teams, listening to their feedback and using the information to make informed decisions in-stores.
• Work with the Store Design team to review product floor-plans and new store openings to ensure that they match the key VM principles.
• Manage a formal Creative calendar that includes window and interior concept and sign off process as well as window document production partnering with all members of the business and holding all parties accountable.
• Work with business field partners to maintain and communicate prop inventory (discards and keep lists) on a seasonal basis.
• Lead development of self and team for maximum performance on a consistent basis with timely feedback and training as needed.
• Travel as required.
• Other projects and responsibilities as assigned & necessitated by the business.

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