Visual Merchandise Associate

Saks Fifth Avenue Llc; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Employee discount

Job summary

Exemplar Luxury Group is seeking a Visual Associate to create an engaging visual environment in our store and support all visual initiatives. You will merchandise floors, craft compelling window displays, and refresh mannequins in line with merchandising standards.

Under the Visual Manager, you will ensure floor readiness before opening, follow corporate guidelines, and assist with trunk shows and promotional setups. Prior experience in fashion visuals and strong trend knowledge are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years visual team experience in a major multi-level department store, possessing a portfolio of previously created projects.
• Ability to use carpentry tools safely and efficiently
• Experienced in painting techniques
• Experience with basic production, knowledge of materials
• Experienced in styling and fashion pulls
• Strong knowledge of current fashion and art trends
• Proficiency in MS Office; Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Photoshop, Illustrator is preferred

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate initiative and a sense of urgency in “selling floor readiness” prior to the store opening.
• Follow all directives and corporate guidelines set forth by the Visual Manager and Corporate Visual team.
• Execute all aspects of promotional and sale set-up including presentation, lettering, and signage on the sales floor, as well as assist the Sales Support Team with all trunk shows and personal appearance set-ups and preparation.
• Assist in replenishing merchandise on the selling floor and in wall units.
• Ad hoc responsibilities as needed

Skills

Visual merchandising

Carpentry

Painting techniques

Fashion pulls

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, In

Tools

MS Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop, Illustrator

Carpentry tools

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

Since 1907, Neiman Marcus has been a leader in luxury retail, providing a uniquely curated product assortment, unparalleled services and exclusive activations for customers in Pursuit of the Extraordinary. Known for creating Neiman Marcus magic through exceptional experiences, Neiman Marcus has a rich history as a brand builder, bringing together the world’s top luxury designers and customers to foster a dedicated following for generations. We serve customers across our stores, digital channels and through remote selling. Neiman Marcus is part of Exemplar Luxury Group, the luxury collective uniting coveted brands with unrivaled customer experiences.

Job Description:

YOU WILL BE:

Under the direction from the Visual Manager, the Visual Associate is responsible for creating an exciting visual environment in the store and supporting all visual initiatives. The Visual Associate is also responsible for merchandising the floor, creating interesting and appropriate window displays, and changing the apparel on all mannequins according to merchandising and visual standards set forth by Neiman Marcus

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Demonstrate initiative and a sense of urgency in “selling floor readiness” prior to the store opening.

• Follow all directives and corporate guidelines set forth by the Visual Manager and Corporate Visual team.

• Execute all aspects of promotional and sale set-up including presentation, lettering, and signage on the sales floor, as well as assist the Sales Support Team with all trunk shows and personal appearance set-ups and preparation.

• Assist in replenishing merchandise on the selling floor and in wall units.

• Ad hoc responsibilities as needed

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• Minimum of 2 years visual team experience in a major multi-level department store, possessing a portfolio of previously created projects

• Ability to use carpentry tools safely and efficiently

• Experienced in painting techniques

• Experience with basic production, knowledge of materials

• Experienced in styling and fashion pulls

• Strong knowledge of current fashion and art trends

• Proficiency in MS Office; Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Photoshop, Illustrator is preferred

YOUR LIFE ANDCAREER AT EXEMPLAR LUXURY GROUP:

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation

• Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi-brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution, to digital or corporate

• Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental)

• An amazing employee discount

Benefits: We offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits (such as critical illness, hospital and accident insurance).

Thank you for your interest with Exemplar Luxury Group. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Exemplar Luxury Group is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with Exemplar Luxury Group and would like to request special assistance or an accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

Salary Range $21.53 - $26.91*

Compensation for this role varies by geographic location. The listed range reflects multiple markets, including higher-cost areas. Actual starting pay will be determined based on work location, experience, and other job-related factors.