Experiential Visual Merchandiser — Dynamic Retail Displays

Mattel, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

American Girl is a premium brand and a subsidiary of Mattel, Inc. The Visual Merchandiser role is based at the AG Retail Flagship Chicago location and reports to the Visual Manager.

You will lead new product launches, seasonal floor sets, and daily maintenance of product displays to uphold the brand’s high visual standards. You will create dynamic in-store displays, manage planograms, and collaborate with staff and partners to deliver memorable experiences for customers.

Qualifications

• 1 - 2 years of successful work experience in retail merchandising, retail, or related field which includes expertise in customer service, preferred.
• Knowledge of general visual principles required with a strong emphasis on construction and detail.
• Manual skills in doll styling, straight blade cutting, and minor assembly, preferred.
• Ability to work independently and quickly within a team setting.
• Ability to lift and push a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist Visual Leadership Team in the execution of display window changes, merchandise changes and planogram layouts, and graphic changes.
• Create dynamic displays using dolls and complementary product. Keep current on product knowledge.
• Demonstrate flexibility in prioritizing tasks based on business need and to troubleshoot when product availability becomes an issue.
• Maintain the overall visual and merchandising standards of the store consistent with the organization's vision of the brand.
• Develop and maintain positive, cooperative relationships with staff, management, and corporate partners. Provide assistance to customers as needed.
• Stock merchandise when needed.

Skills

Retail merchandising

Customer service

Visual principles

Doll styling

Planogram layouts

Job description

American Girl is a premium brand and a subsidiary of Mattel, Inc. The Visual Merchandiser role is based at the AG Retail Flagship Chicago location and reports to the Visual Manager.

You will lead new product launches, seasonal floor sets, and daily maintenance of product displays to uphold the brand’s high visual standards. You will create dynamic in-store displays, manage planograms, and collaborate with staff and partners to deliver memorable experiences for customers.