Visual Merchandiser

Ethan Allen Global, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer contributions

Multiple medical plans

Dental and vision plans

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ethan Allen Global, Inc. in Memphis, Tennessee, is seeking a Retail Interior Design Specialist to enhance retail accent sales through effective merchandising and design strategies. You will train and support the design team while ensuring a compelling display environment that attracts customers.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in retail display merchandising and a degree in Interior Design or a related field. Strong communication skills and trend knowledge are essential for success in this role, as well as flexibility to work nights and weekends as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of practical retail interior design or display merchandising experience.
• Prior experience in high-end retail display merchandising.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Train design team on merchandise and design knowledge.
• Maintain display environment and inventory levels.
• Develop strategies to boost retail accent sales.

Skills

Retail interior design expertise

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of design and fashion trends

Education

Interior Design, Fine Arts or Merchandising degree

Job description

GENERAL OBJECTIVES

Implement and maintain appropriate floor displays, in accordance with the Visual Merchandising Guidelines and current Ethan Allen branded projection. Develop and grow retail accents sales (plants, pictures, lamps, mirrors, rugs, etc.).

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Train design team on design and product knowledge to ensure an increase in retail sales.
• Assist design team with planning and implementation of accessory home calls.
• Maintain a rate of sale on accents to ensure proportionate product representation.
• Assist design team in presentation preparation to ensure accents play a key role.
• Work with management on a regular basis to strategize on how to increase retail accent sales.
• Oversee and maintain the interior and exterior environment of the Design Center per the Visual Merchandising Guidelines.
• Facilitate the sell-off of obsolete and overstock inventory through attractive Design Center displays and markdown strategies utilizing the Discontinued Product Report, the Available-To-Sell Report and the Rate of-Sale Report.
• Maintain inventory levels within established Ethan Allen benchmarks.
• Utilize the Design Center floor report for proper receiving and transfer of display merchandise.
• Assist design team in accent home calls and presentations.
• Participate with training of design team to build accent sales.
• Participate in all Visual Exchange Web Casts.
• Participate, as required, in all corporate sponsored events.
• Assist with cycle counts and tagging of some merchandise.

Education/Experience

A minimum of five years, combined, practical retail interior design or display merchandising experience and Interior Design, Fine Arts or Merchandising education, two or four year degree, from an accredited institution. Prior experience in display merchandising in a high-end retail environment.

Other Requirements

Strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to train others to accessorize through knowledge of design, fashion, and new product and retail development trends. Must possess valid driver's license with a good driving record and provide own transportation. May require holiday, evening and weekend hours.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position ranges from ___________ to ____________, depending on experience.

Benefits

Benefits are an important part of the total compensation that is offered, providing peace of mind and financial well‑being. Ethan Allen is committed to offering a variety of benefits that allow associates to choose whether or not to participate based on personal and family needs. Some of the benefits offered are 401(k) plan (with Employer contributions), multiple Medical Plans with Prescription Drug Coverage, Health Savings Account (including Employer contributions), Dental Plan, Vision Plan, Basic Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Group Term Life & AD&D Insurance, Dependent Group Term Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability (Full-Time associates only), Business Travel Accident Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts - Health Care & Dependent Care, Commuter Saving Plans - Public Transit & Parking, Voluntary Whole Life Insurance, Voluntary Critical Care Insurance, Voluntary Accident Insurance and Employee Assistance Program.