Visual Merchandiser

Edikted; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Edikted is seeking a Visual Merchandiser in Paramus, NJ to create engaging storefronts and in-store experiences that reflect the brand. You will guide the store team to execute the visual identity and drive sales through compelling displays.

You will stay on-trend with fashion visuals, educate the team on campaigns, and ensure a seamless customer experience. The role includes flexible scheduling and potential travel to support other stores.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of age.
• Inclusive, positive, creative, and willing to learn on the job.
• Passionate for customer service and helping people find their style.
• A multi-tasker who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment with an eye for detail.
• 1-2+ years of transferable experience welcome.
• Ability to lift in excess of 20 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Ability to climb a ladder and use a step stool; able to work with hand/power tools for display setups.
• Flexible schedule, including nights and weekends; may travel to support other stores.

Responsibilities

• Set garment presentation on Sales Floor & Windows according to guidelines.
• Collaborate with Store Manager to determine commercial opportunities.
• Execute floor moves and maintain high-quality visual displays daily.
• Lead training to develop visual and commercial skills in the team.
• Ensure windows and sales floor communications comply with local laws and Edikted standards.

Skills

Customer service

Visual merchandising

Team coaching

Detail oriented

Job description

About the Role: Working at the heart of a fast-pasted fashion business, a Visual Merchandiser will create an environment that inspires customers to explore their personal style. This role will support and guide the store team to deliver the most inspiring and exciting Customer Experience in line with Edikted brand and values. You actively drive sales in the store and are responsible for implementing Visual Identity.

The Visual Merchandiser will meet the expectations of customers & colleagues at all times, as well as following all Edikted procedures & standards.

This position reports to our Store Manager.

Your Day to Day*

The Visual Merchandiser will set the garment presentation on the Sales Floor & Windows according to the Commercial Guide line. Together with the Store Manager, the Visual Merchandiser will determine additional commercial opportunities in the store within Edikted brand guidelines. The role will execute floor moves based on those joint decisions.

• Ensure you are up to date with current fashion trends
• Share, inspire and educate the store team on seasonal trend information, upcoming campaigns, and brand standards
• Ensure you meet customer expectations on direct service.
• Support the store to achieve an excellent customer experience.
• Follow up Edikted Visual Identity through the implementation of the Commercial Guide line and secure well-styled mannequins in windows and in-store.
• Create a clear red thread from windows to A-area with wearable buying suggestions.
• Ensure high-quality garment presentation every day together with the store team
• Maintain clear customer flow through fixture placement and navigation in line with Edikted standards
• Launch and maintain all sales campaigns and activities on time and according to Edikted standards.
• Together with the Store Manager, you follow up on Store KPIs & initiate actions to reach store goals and budgets.
• Adapt the store planning according to store needs and budget from the Commercial plan.
• Complete and act on the Best Brand portion of the Customer Experience Tool to maximize commercial opportunities.
• Complete the sample picking as well as execute the floor moves in a way that creates clear stories and wearable buying suggestions
• Complete all sales floor and window morning routines daily before the store is open
• Ensure quantity and maintain the condition of all incoming visual props and marketing material with a sustainability mindset.
• Keep the visual room organized and safe.
• Keep all Visual materials in the store current and share information with the team on seasonal changes.
• Paint & maintain the windows as necessary.

The Visual Merchandiser will support the Store team to enhance customer and working experience in-store through coaching and development. Together with the Store Management team.

• Evaluate & develop the visual and commercial skills of the store team through regular visual training for all colleagues to support garment presentation in line with the Commercial Guide line.
• Maintain overview, follow up, and give feedback while executing floor moves together with the store team.
• Identify future Visual Merchandiser talent for succession.
• Ensure that all communication in the windows and on the sales floor complies with local legislation.
• Work in accordance with Edikted standards and local legislation with health & safety and security routines, to guarantee you, your colleagues, and customer safety at all times
• Follow all procedures and routines regarding safety, security, and administrative processes in all areas of the store

Qualifications

Who You Are

• 18+ years of age
• Inclusive, positive, creative, and willing to learn on the job!
• Passionate for customer service and helping people find their style
• A multi-tasker who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment with an eye for detail
• 1-2+ years of transferable experience welcome
• You have the ability to lift in excess of 20 pounds
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, bend, stretch, engage in repetitive motions, push, pull and carry items (mannequins, clothing, totes, torsos, etc.) for a short distance
• Ability to climb a ladder and use a step stool
• Must be able to work with hand and power operated tools (Iron, Steamer, etc) and lift in order to execute display setups
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule, including nights and weekends
• May be required to travel to support other stores.