Nike Visual Merchandising Lead, Mapleview

Retailors (Fox NSP Europe); Burlington; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retailer is seeking a Visual Merchandising Lead for its Nike retail location in Burlington, Canada. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of visual merchandising experience in a sports or fashion retail environment, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to ensure compliance with Nike standards. Enjoy perks like amazing discounts and a supportive team atmosphere while contributing to a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Amazing discount on Nike gear

Opportunity to learn and grow

Positive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-year VM experience with a sports/fashion retailer.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
• Open availability.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the store is in compliance with NIKE standards.
• Be accountable for sales floor standards.
• Train the store team on VM fundamentals.
• Implement all Visual Merchandising displays.

Skills

Visual Merchandising experience

Attention to detail

Ability to translate sales reporting

Effective teamwork

Education

Visual Merchandising diploma

Job description

BRAND: Nike

POSITION: VM Lead

LOCATION: Mapleview

Who are we?

Retailors is a leading and rapidly expanding retailer, specializing in the sports and athleisure segment. We are proud to be a global partner of choice for operating Nike retail locations in Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Israel. Additionally, Fox Group Canada is significantly expanding its business portfolio in Canada, and the role of the Visual Merchandising Lead is pivotal in leading the future of Nike Retail Stores within the company.

We are looking for someone who is ambitious, would thrive in a ‘start-up’ environment and who has the knowledge, experience and drive to contribute to our mission to build a best‑in‑class workplace.

What we are looking for

We are looking for an ambitious individual who thrives in a fast‑paced and innovative environment. If you have the experience, skills, and energy to contribute to our mission of creating an exceptional workplace, we would love to meet you! Are you ready to take on the challenge?

Your Missions

Visual Merchandising

• Ensure the store is in compliance with NIKE standards and guidelines to deliver a premium shopping experience for all our customers
• Be accountable for sales floor standards (replenishment, folding standards, size runs, etc.)
• Training of VM fundamentals to the store team
• Responsible for VM equipment and audits (i.e., sale signages, shelves, hangers, size beads, etc.)
• Successfully execute new initiatives, floor sets and mannequin changes
• Working with BOH team to finish load‑ins in a timely manner
• Implement all Visual Merchandising displays to comply with Nike Brand and Retailor NA Sports standards (visual toolkit)
• Responsible for the ongoing care and maintenance of displays, merchandise
• Build and maintain knowledge of visual merchandising strategies and current trends

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 2‑year VM experience with a sports/fashion retailer
• Related fashion school and/or visual merchandising courses/diploma and/or combination of experience/education
• A keen eye for visual presentation and attention to detail
• Ability to think conceptually and diagnose and translate sales/category reporting to an in‑store merchandising strategy
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with team members
• Open availability

What you will get

• Amazing discount on Nike gear
• Opportunity to learn and grow your career with an outstanding luxury athletic wear brand
• Positive and supportive team environment

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those candidates that meet our qualifications will be contacted for an interview.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants’ needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.