Global Visual Merchandising Director: Windows & Interiors

TUMI; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 260,000; Full time

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Training

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Job summary

TUMI is seeking a Director of Global Visual Merchandising to lead the worldwide VM strategy for windows, interiors, and displays across Full-Price, Outlet, Travel Retail, and showroom environments. You will translate brand priorities into compelling concepts and actionable store guidelines, guiding a North America–based team and partnering with Creative, Marketing, Product, Merchandising, and Store Design.

The role requires deep retail VM experience, leadership, and a track record of delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Visual Merchandising, Design, Fashion Merchandising, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive visual merchandising experience in corporate retail.
• 5+ years in leadership overseeing visual merchandising strategy, windows, interiors, directives, production, and store-level execution across multiple markets and formats.
• Proficient in PowerPoint and Excel; strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator; comfortable with digital tools and AI-enabled workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global visual merchandising strategy across channels.
• Develop global visual standards for windows, interiors, fixtures, product displays, signage, and customer-facing moments.
• Translate brand, product, and marketing priorities into visual concepts and practical store guidance.
• Lead a North America–based VM team and collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure creative and operational excellence.
• Oversee window programs: concepts, production timelines, vendor management, and installation guidance.
• Manage interior merchandising directives and store-level execution for multiple formats.

Skills

Visual merchandising leadership

Team leadership

Retail strategy

Cross-functional collaboration

Storytelling & branding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Visual Merchandising, Design, Fashion Merchandising, or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Adobe Creative Suite

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

TUMI is seeking a Director of Global Visual Merchandising to lead the worldwide VM strategy for windows, interiors, and displays across Full-Price, Outlet, Travel Retail, and showroom environments. You will translate brand priorities into compelling concepts and actionable store guidelines, guiding a North America–based team and partnering with Creative, Marketing, Product, Merchandising, and Store Design.

The role requires deep retail VM experience, leadership, and a track record of delivering