Visual Manager FT

Arhaus; Fairlawn (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, life insurance

Flex spending plan

401K retirement

Paid vacations

Employee discount

Recognition bonuses

Job summary

Arhaus in Akron, OH, seeks a Visual Manager to uphold premium visual standards for home furnishings. You will stage products, manage weekly transfers, and collaborate with management to keep inventory aligned with display plans.

The role requires strong communication, independent work, and experience in visual merchandising. Travel, extended hours, and ladder/tool use are expected as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Strong time management and deadline orientation.
• Experience in visual merchandising and floor planning.
• Will travel and extend hours as needed.
• Comfortable using ladders and common showroom tools.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high visual standards in the Akron showroom.
• Coordinate weekly store transfers and inventory levels.
• Collaborate with management and other departments for product presentation.

Skills

Independence

Time management

Team collaboration

Communication

Visual merchandising

Faux finishing

Travel willingness

Extended hours

Furniture handling

Ladder operation

Tools operation

Floor plan experience

Computer literacy

Education

College degree in merchandising/related field

Tools

Floor plan software

Job description

Description

Arhaus was founded in 1986 on a simple idea: Furniture and décor should be sustainably sourced, lovingly made, and built to last. Today, we partner with artisans around the world who share our vision, creating beautiful, heirloom-quality pieces that can be used and loved for generations.

Job Details

Description

Arhaus was founded in 1986 on a simple idea: Furniture and décor should be sustainably sourced, lovingly made, and built to last. Today, we partner with artisans around the world who share our vision, creating beautiful, heirloom-quality pieces that can be used and loved for generations.

In this exciting yet challenging Visual Manager role, you will be responsible for maintaining the highest visual standards in the home furnishings industry, while presenting a stage in which to display our products.

In addition to creating the experience which is Arhaus Furniture, you will be responsible for weekly store transfers and working with management, ensuring that inventory is maintained at satisfactory levels.

If you share our passion for design and excellence, we invite you to apply for our opening in the Akron Showroom.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently with little supervision/self-motivated.
• Ability to manage time and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Communication skills - ability to communicate clearly with other departments.
• Previous creative or visual merchandising experience is preferred.
• Some work experience or knowledge in faux finishing and specialty painting.
• Must be willing to travel as needed.
• Must be willing to work extended hours as needed.
• Must be able to move furniture independently around the showroom.
• Must be able to operate most building tools and equipment.
• Must feel comfortable using a ladder.
• Intermediate computer literacy.
• Preferred experience in creating floor plans.
• College degree or job experience in a related field (merchandising, floral design, graphic design, and/or set/stage design).

Compensation

• Hourly/Non-Exempt
• If achieved (depending on store location), eligible for monthly team sales incentives and quarterly bonus

Employee Benefits

• Exceptional advancement opportunities
• Competitive earnings, bonus opportunities, and generous employee discount
• Medical, dental, and life insurance benefits (offerings differ between full-time and part-time status)
• Flex spending plan
• 401K retirement program and 529 college savings plan
• Paid vacations and holidays (Full-time employees only)

Arhaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind, Arhaus is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Arhaus are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Arhaus will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Arhaus encourages applicants of all ages. At Arhaus, we believe great hiring starts with authentic human connection. Throughout your candidate experience, you will be engaging with real recruiters, hiring managers, and interviewers who are focused on getting to know you, your experiences, skills, perspectives, and potential. We encourage candidates to use AI to support resume refinement, interview preparation, brainstorming, and communication. All application materials, assessments, and interview responses must accurately reflect your own experiences, qualifications, and capabilities. We ask that you participate in phone and virtual interviews without using AI to develop your responses. To protect the integrity of our hiring process and the confidentiality of information shared during interviews, candidates may not record, transcribe, or use AI-powered note-taking tools during interviews. We expect all candidates to participate in the hiring process with honesty and integrity. For take-home assignments or role-specific assessments where AI use is permitted, we request transparency on which specific tools were used and how the tools were used and expect an explanation of your approach, contributions, and decision-making.

AI Code of Conduct

At Arhaus, we believe great hiring starts with authentic human connection. Throughout your candidate experience, you will be engaging with real recruiters, hiring managers, and interviewers who are focused on getting to know you, your experiences, skills, perspectives, and potential. We encourage candidates to use AI to support resume refinement, interview preparation, brainstorming, and communication. All application materials, assessments, and interview responses must accurately reflect your own experiences, qualifications, and capabilities. We ask that you participate in phone and virtual interviews without using AI to develop your responses. To protect the integrity of our hiring process and the confidentiality of information shared during interviews, candidates may not record, transcribe, or use AI-powered note-taking tools during interviews. We expect all candidates to participate in the hiring process with honesty and integrity. For take-home assignments or role-specific assessments where AI use is permitted, we request transparency on which specific tools were used and how the tools were used and expect an explanation of your approach, contributions, and decision-making.