UGG Global Visual Merchandising Manager

Deckers Brands; United States; Remote; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a UGG Global Visual Merchandising Manager to elevate the brand's aesthetic through inspiring product displays and storytelling. This role involves developing tools and training for effective visual merchandising strategies, collaborating with global partners, and enhancing brand consistency. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in visual merchandising, a strong understanding of consumer trends, and excellent communication skills. Join a company that values diversity and innovation, and make a significant impact on the retail experience.

Benefits

Competitive Pay and Bonuses

Financial Planning and Wellbeing

Time Away from Work

Extras, Discounts, and Perks

Growth and Development

Health and Wellness

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Visual Merchandising in footwear/apparel.
• Strong understanding of translating global strategy into actionable guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Drive a consistent visual experience across UGG retail stores.
• Establish a Global VM Training Platform for regional teams.

Skills

Creative thinking

Problem-solving

Project management

Effective communication

Leadership

Consumer understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Teams

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Outlook

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

Job description

At Deckers Brands, Together, Every Step is a promise kept that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond. Together, Every Step is how we continue to deliver exceptional business results, experience an amazing place to work, and have a positive impact on the communities and world around us.

Job Title: UGG Global Visual Merchandising Manager

Reports to: Global Visual Experience Director

Location: Remote – US

Interested applicants must reside in one of the following approved states:

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin

The Role

As a UGG Global Visual Merchandising Manager, you will elevate the brand’s aesthetic through inspiring, consistent product display, storytelling, and experiences in Global DTC Stores. Your main responsibility is to develop direction, tools, and training that supports regional execution of seasonal and 365 visual merchandising strategies. You will collaborate heavily with global and regional partners and stakeholders to ensure our retail stores provide an exceptional experience. This position requires a deep understanding of retail directive creation, marketplace and consumer trends, brand positioning, and go-to-market process.

We celebrate diversity--of your background, your experiences and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.

Your Impact
The primary functions of this role include but are not limited to:

1. Championing the Consumer Experience: Drives a consistent and immersive visual experience across all UGG retail stores. Ensures that visual merchandising supports seamless storytelling, making products more engaging and accessible to consumers. Elevates store standards to create an inspiring and welcoming shopping experience.
2. Empowering Regional and Store Teams: Establishing a Global VM Training Platform, ensuring regional teams have the tools and knowledge to execute visual merchandising direction effectively. Shares best practices to foster a culture of learning and innovation.
3. Enhancing Brand Consistency: Produces visual merchandising tools and guidelines while working closely with regional teams to adapt global strategies for cultural and regional relevance while preserving brand integrity.
4. Driving Sales and Business Growth: Enhances product visibility and storytelling, leading to increased customer engagement and conversion. Helps optimize store layouts and product placement to maximize revenue opportunities.
5. Innovating Retail Visual Merchandising: Stays ahead of industry trends, consumer behaviors, and retail innovations to keep UGG competitive in the market. Brings a strategic mindset to evolving the in-store experience in an omni-channel retail world.
6. Supporting Cross-Functional Collaboration: Works closely with Marketing, Retail Operations, Store Design, Merchandising, and Digital teams.

Who You Are

As an UGG Global Visual Merchandising Manager, you will need to demonstrate the following competencies:

1. Creates the Future: Creative thinking and innovative problem-solving.
2. Makes Good Decisions: Informed decision-making and resource allocation.
3. Delivers Results: Proactive, organized, goal-oriented approach to project management.
4. Communicates Effectively: Effective communication, direction, and training skills.
5. Develops Team: Strong leadership, collaborative approach, and diversity appreciation.
6. Consumer Obsessed: A commitment to understanding and serving the consumer.

We’d love to hear from people with

• A bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• A minimum of 10+ years of proven experience in Visual Merchandising in a footwear/apparel environment.
• A background of driving positive results for the business and the brand.
• Proven experience providing effective visual merchandising direction to the field.
• A strong understanding of how to translate and adapt global strategy into actionable guidelines and tools for execution in retail.
• Knowledge of current consumer and marketplace trends in the fashion industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to professionally and effectively interact with all levels of the team.
• Experience working through complexities of problem solving for the visual needs of unique store conditions (store concepting, new store openings, remodels, special projects, zoning, navigation, campaign activations, etc…).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Teams, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

What We'll Give You

• Competitive Pay and Bonuses: We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success, and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.
• Financial Planning and Wellbeing: No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses, and invest in the future.
• Time Away from Work: Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health, or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy, and come back stronger than ever.
• Extras, Discounts, and Perks: Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras.
• Growth and Development: Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That’s why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
• Health and Wellness: There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.

$95,000 - 105,000

The salary range posted reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this role in our Goleta, CA location. Individual pay will be determined by location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all of the other beautiful parts of your identity.

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