Visual Merchandise Manager

Fossil Group, Inc.; Richardson (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Parental leave

Generous PTO

Hybrid schedule + Work-From-Anywhere

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Fossil Group is seeking a full-time Corporate Visual Merchandising Manager to lead end-to-end VM across watches, jewelry, and leather goods, aligning creative design with sales goals. The role requires managing global directives, collaborating with Brand, Marketing, Merchants, Store Design, and Field Ops, and directing multi-category floor plans while overseeing multiple projects.

Onsite Monday-Thursday with remote Fridays, travel as needed for openings, and a focus on elevating in-store

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Visual Merchandising Manager with direct reports.
• Experience managing multi-category floor plans (watches, jewelry, leather goods).
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Visual Merchandising, Design or Marketing.
• Proficiency in Photoshop and InDesign; 3D design/rendering tools preferred.
• Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Willingness to travel for store openings and setups.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end visual merchandising, creating in-store and window presentations.
• Own presentation across all product categories and align with brand standards.
• Collaborate with Brand, Environmental Design, Marketing, Procurement, and Creative teams.
• Ensure flawless execution of visual standards for NSOs and floor sets.
• Create and maintain global visual directives for regional teams.
• Translate trends into commercially successful floor layouts.
• Manage multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Travel for store openings and setups; stand for long periods and lift props.

Skills

Visual Merchandising

Leadership

Cross-functional Collaboration

Project Management

Store Design

Trend Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Visual Merchandising, Design, Marketing, or related field

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

SketchUp

Rhino

Vectorworks

Job description

Make An Impact

Fossil Group is seeking a full-time, professional, strategic, and creative Corporate Visual Merchandising Manager with 3 to 5+ years of experience in visual merchandising, retail display, and/or a leadership role driving global brand vision, elevated floor sets, and high-impact window presentations across retail and wholesale channels. Proven track record of aligning cross-functional teams across Creative, Merchants, Marketing, Procurement, Planning, Store Design, and Field Operations to turn creative design into measurable sales growth. Expert in managing multi-category floor plans (watches, jewelry, leather goods), directing global visual guidelines, and managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

This role is onsite: In office Monday through Thursday and remote on Fridays.

What You Will Do In This Role

• The Visual Merchandising Manager leads the end-to-end visual merchandising process, executing compelling in-store and window presentations that elevate the guest experience, align with brand vision, and drive financial goals. Owning presentation across all product categories (watches, jewelry, handbags, etc.), this role balances creative vision with technical problem-solving to manage sample pipelines, generate global directives, assist with quarterly fixture procurement, and maintain clear communication with global field teams.
• Strategic Design & Merchandising: Conceptualize, develop, and execute forward-thinking visual merchandising strategies and seasonal initiatives across global markets.
• Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate with Brand, Environmental Design, Marketing, Procurement, and Creative teams to enhance customer touchpoints and maintain consistent global brand standards.
• Field Alignment & Operational Excellence: Partner with Store Operations and Field teams to achieve flawless execution of visual standards, New Store Openings (NSOs), and floor sets.
• Global Guidelines & Communication: Create, distribute, and maintain clear visual directives to support and empower regional visual merchandising teams worldwide.
• Commercial Performance & Trend Integration: Translate industry trends and consumer behaviors into commercially successful floor layouts that maximize store performance and customer engagement.
• Project Management & Adaptability: Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Travel & Physical Requirements: Travel as needed for store openings, visits, and setups. Ability to stand for long periods, climb ladders, and lift/maneuver display props and fixtures weighing 30+ lbs.

Requirements

Who You Are:

• Management Experience: 3+ years of experience as a Visual Merchandising Manager, with direct experience leading, mentoring, and managing direct reports.
• Industry Background: Previous visual merchandising experience within fashion retail is highly preferred.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Visual Merchandising, Design, Marketing, or a related field preferred (or equivalent industry experience).
• Design Software: Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and InDesign is required. Experience with 3D design/rendering software (e.g., SketchUp, Rhino, Vectorworks) is preferred.
• Design Fundamentals: Demonstrated background in spatial design, store layout, composition, and innovative presentation principles.
• Industry Acumen: Strong passion for style, design, and current fashion retail trends.
• Project Execution: Exceptional organizational skills with a proven track record of managing deadlines across multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptability & Speed: Ability to learn quickly, work flexibly, and rapidly implement design concepts both independently and collaboratively.
• Detail-Oriented: Acute attention to detail in presentation, execution, and visual accuracy.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits: Includes health and well-being services
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) match and educational resources
• Paid Parental Leave & Return to Work Program: Support for new parents and caregivers
• Generous Paid Time Off: Floating Holidays, Sick Time, Personal Days, Summer Flex Fridays
• Work Flexibility: Hybrid schedule plus "Work-From-Anywhere" options
• Tuition Reimbursement: Support for approved educational programs