Store Visual Merchandiser

Ashley Furniture Industries; Rohnert Park (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health, dental benefits, and vision insurance

Employee Discount from 10% - 30%

Life/Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

401K

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Paid Birthday

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Ashley Furniture Industries is seeking a creative Visual Merchandiser in Rohnert Park, CA, to enhance store displays and customer experience. The role involves executing merchandising strategies, mentoring staff, and completing various in-store tasks to achieve sales goals.

Candidates should have 2 years of visual merchandising experience, be legally authorized to work in the US, and maintain reliable attendance. Competitive pay ranges from $21.00 - $24.00 hourly, along with benefits including health insurance and 401K.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in retail store visual merchandising.
• Legally authorized to work in the US.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends.
• Reliable attendance and ability to transport loads up to 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Implement a visual merchandising strategy to meet sales objectives.
• Maintain store appearance and execute floor moves as needed.
• Mentor staff on merchandising standards.
• Oversee product check-in and inventory processes.

Skills

Retail store visual merchandising

Team collaboration

Knowledge of interior design

Ability to lift heavy objects

Education

Associate degree in interior design or merchandising

Job description

Purpose at Ashley

The Visual role creates visually engaging store displays, interior layouts, and well-balanced audio elements. Working under the guidance of Visual Leadership, the visual will use their creative skills to design and present merchandise in a way that enhances the overall shopping experience for our guests. By implementing innovative merchandising strategies, the Visual team contributes to creating a memorable and enjoyable shopping experience that helps to attract and retain customers.

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 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 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 as 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.
• Regularly lift objects over 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to transport loads of 100 lbs. 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

• Extended health, dental benefits, and vision insurance.
• Employee Discount from 10% - 30%
• Life/Disability Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• 401K.
• Paid Time Off & Holidays.
• Paid Birthday.
• Weekly Pay.

Compensation

This position pays an hourly rate of $21.00 - $24.00. Profit sharing is available to eligible employees; this discretionary program is dependent on the profitability of the company.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 need.