Nike - Visual Merchandising Lead - Toronto Eaton Centre

Retailors (Fox NSP Europe); Toronto; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nike gear discount

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Retailors Sports Inc. in Toronto, Ontario, seeks a Lead Visual Merchandiser to drive in-store impact for Nike retail locations.

You will lead VM strategy, manage floor sets, and coach staff to deliver shopper experiences aligned with Nike standards and Retailors branding. The role requires at least 2 years of VM experience in sports or fashion retail, plus related fashion education and a keen eye for detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years VM experience in sports or fashion retail.
• Related fashion school or VM courses/diploma desired.
• Keen eye for visual presentation and attention to detail.
• Ability to translate sales data into merchandising strategy.
• Strong teamwork and communication with store staff.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales by supporting store priorities and creating an engaging shopping environment.
• Deliver a premium customer experience by leading service and Nike Brand standards.
• Ensure the store complies with Nike standards for a premium experience.
• Maintain Salesfloor standards (replenishment, folding, size runs).
• Train and coach the team on Visual Merchandising fundamentals and presentation.
• Manage VM equipment and audits (signs, shelves, hangers, size beads).
• Execute floor sets and mannequin changes successfully.
• Coordinate with BOH for load-ins in a timely manner.
• Implement all displays to align with Nike and Retailors standards.
• Care for and maintain displays and merchandise.
• Build knowledge of VM strategies and current retail trends.
• Use performance data to optimize product placement and visuals.

Skills

Visual Merchandising

Store Leadership

Customer Service

Nike Brand Standards

Team Training

Education

Diploma in Visual Merchandising

Fashion Courses

Tools

POS Systems

VM Displays

Job description

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 VM Lead is pivotal in leading the future of Nike Retail Stores within the company.

Are you Ready?

As a Lead, working for Retailors Sports Inc. - the official operating partner of Nike in Canada.

What You will do:

• Drive sales by supporting store priorities and creating an engaging shopping environment that inspires customers to purchase.
  
• Deliver a premium customer experience by leading through service, supporting the sales team, and ensuring every customer interaction reflects Nike Brand standards.
• Ensure the store is in compliance with NIKE standards and guidelines to deliver a premium shopping experience for all our customers.
• Be accountable for Salesfloor standards (replenishment, folding standards, size runs, etc.).
• Train and coach the store team on Visual Merchandising fundamentals and presentation standards.
• Responsible for VM Equipment + Audits (i.e., Sale signages, shelves, hangers, size beads, etc.).
• Successfully execute new initiatives, floor sets and mannequin changes.
• Work with the BOH team to complete load-ins in a timely manner.
• Implement all Visual Merchandising displays to comply with Nike Brand and Retailors NA Sports standards (visual toolkit).
• Responsible for the ongoing care and maintenance of displays and merchandise.
• Build and maintain knowledge of visual merchandising strategies, customer shopping behaviours, and current retail trends.
• Use sales performance and category reporting to optimize product placement and visual presentation
  

What we would love to see:

• 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
• Positiveand supportive team environment

Pay range: $19.70 - $20.10

This is a vacant position.

Retailors (Fox Group) is 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.

We thank all applicants for your interest in this exciting opportunity, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted