Store Visual Merchandiser

Ashley Furniture Industries; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Employee discount

Life Insurance

FSA

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Ashley Furniture Industries is seeking a dedicated Visual Merchandiser for our Las Cruces stores. You will implement engaging merchandising displays that align with sales goals and brand standards, coordinating layouts for furniture, lighting, and accessories.

Join a team focused on fashion-forward product presentation, seasonal transitions, and floor moves. This role requires hands-on display setup, collaboration with store leadership, and a passion for creating inspiring shopping environments.

Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the US.
• At least 18 years old.
• 2 years' experience in retail store visual merchandising.
• Associate degree in interior design or merchandising preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement a visual merchandising strategy aligned with sales goals.
• Execute displays and coordinate layouts for furniture, lighting, and accessories.
• Remerchandise displays and signage to maximize sell-through.
• Assist with floor moves and communicate with Visual Leadership.
• Maintain store appearance and complete recovery processes throughout the day.
• Mentor staff on merchandising basics.
• Coordinate with the store manager on tasks, visual needs, and POS materials.
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by management.

Skills

Retail merchandising

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Education

Associate degree in interior design

Job description

For over 75 years, Ashley Furniture has been the largest home furnishings manufacturer, transforming homes worldwide. With our customer base continuously growing, we are expanding our reach by opening more stores to meet the increasing demand. Our dedication to quality, style, and affordability has solidified our reputation as a trusted and recognized brand worldwide.

Purpose at Ashley

What You’ll Do

• Implement a visual merchandising strategy that helps achieve the Company’s sales volume and financial objectives.
• Execute visually appealing and well-balanced store merchandising displays under the direction of Visual Leadership, coordinate layout plans for furniture, lighting, and accessories, and transition seasonal products.
• Remerchandise displays, signage, point-of-sale, and select areas regularly to maximize product sell-through. Execute floor moves or any other necessary changes consistent with the layout plan and product focus; communicate regularly with Visual management on sold items.
• Complete the store's recovery processes throughout the day. Maintain store interior and exterior appearance with the assistance of the warehouse and housekeeping associates. Initiate repair and maintenance of store lighting, fixtures, paint, flooring, etc., in conjunction with store management.
• Check-in and unpackage accessory merchandise and other product shipments in collaboration with the warehouse associate; coordinate product tagging, felt-dotting, and showroom placement; participate in the bi-annual inventory process.
• Adhere to all visual merchandising standards and bulletins provided by Visual Leadership. Ensure audio/visual items, such as store music, sign height, etc., comply with the communication standards to store associates and involve associates in the visual maintenance of the store.
• Develop high levels of knowledge on all Company products, promotions, and store functions; keep up to date on fashion styles and trends.
• Mentor store staff on merchandising basics. Involve the staff in the visual maintenance of the store and assist in communicating with the Company’s visual merchandising standards.
• Coordinate with the store manager regarding regular tasks & duties, visual needs, incoming products, point-of-sale materials, etc.
• Complete any additional tasks assigned by management.

What You Bring

• Legally authorized to work in the US.
• At least 18 years old.
• 2 years' experience in retail store visual merchandising, preferably in home furnishings preferred
• Regularly lift objects over 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to transport loads of 100 IBS with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Associate degree in interior design, merchandising, or equivalent work experience, preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Maintain reliable attendance
• Thrive in a team environment.

What’s In It For You

When you join us, you are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits programs, which include:

• Extended health, dental benefits, and vision insurance
• Employee Discount from 10% - 30%
• Life/Disability Insurance
• Flex Spending Account
• 401K
• Paid Time Off

Ashley values its diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made on the basis of an individual’s skills, qualifications, merit, and business needs.

To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page: Corporate Social Responsibility