Visual Merchandiser - Southeast Region

Brighton Collectibles; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Brighton Collectibles is seeking a Visual Merchandiser to enhance brand presentation and support retail partners across the Southeast. This role involves executing visual merchandising, training, and fostering relationships to drive customer engagement and sales.

The ideal candidate will travel extensively and manage the Atlanta Showroom while maintaining high visual standards. Join Brighton to create exceptional retail experiences and elevate our brand story through impactful visual merchandising.

Qualifications

• Experience in visual merchandising preferred.
• Detail-oriented and results-driven mindset.
• Comfortable with overnight travel 60-70% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Execute visual merchandising strategies to drive sales.
• Partner with retailers for merchandising support and training.
• Maintain the Atlanta Showroom and manage inventory.

Skills

Visual merchandising

Relationship building

Creativity

Training and coaching

Job description

Candidates must be based in or close proximity to Atlanta

About the Role

For someone who loves specialty retail, visual storytelling, and building meaningful relationships, this is a unique opportunity to represent the Brighton brand while helping retailers create inspiring customer experiences across the Southeast.

Brighton is seeking a results-driven Visual Merchandiser to support and elevate our specialty retail partners across the Southeast region. This role combines visual merchandising, training, and business partnership to bring the Brighton brand to life in stores while supporting sales growth and customer engagement.

The ideal candidate is creative, self-motivated, and excited by the opportunity to travel throughout the region, build strong retail partnerships, and create exceptional brand experiences that inspire customers and drive results.

Role Summary

The Visual Merchandiser is responsible for bringing Brighton’s brand story to life by creating engaging and premium in-store experiences across a designated region. This role partners with store owners, managers, sales teams, Regional Sales Managers, Account Executives, and cross-functional peers to elevate visual presentation, drive customer engagement, and optimize product performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute visual merchandising strategies and seasonal initiatives that create inspiring customer experiences and drive sales.
• Partner with retailers and Account Executives to provide merchandising support, training, and coaching that elevates brand presentation and customer engagement.
• Maintain the Atlanta Showroom and support market events and special projects.
• Leverage business insights to maximize presentation, product performance, and sales.
• Overnight travel approximately 60-70% of the time throughout the assigned region dependent on store visits with account executives, market schedules, and business needs.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends during peak seasons and special events.

Territory & Overnight Travel

This position supports Brighton specialty retailers throughout the Southeast region and includes responsibility for the Atlanta Showroom which entails inventory management, seasonal setups, market support, and maintaining visual merchandising standards.

The role is highly field-focused and requires regular travel to retail locations, showroom activities, markets, and special projects. Candidates should be comfortable traveling extensively throughout the region and occasionally to the Los Angeles HQ.

What Makes a Great Brighton Visual Merchandiser

The ideal candidate is creative, detail-oriented, and results-driven, with a passion for building strong relationships and creating exceptional retail experiences. Successful candidates take pride in helping retailers succeed through impactful visual merchandising, training, and collaboration.

Experience in visual merchandising within fashion accessories, apparel, jewelry, home décor and lifestyle brands, or specialty retail is preferred.

About Brighton

Brighton is an iconic accessories brand devoted to creating beautiful products and meaningful experiences for customers. Our collections are designed by talented artisans and sold through Brighton retail stores and a carefully curated network of specialty retailers across the country.

For over fifty years, our success has been built on artistry, craftsmanship, and long-term relationships with the retailers who represent our brand. Our Visual Merchandisers play an essential role in this partnership—helping retailers create compelling presentations, elevate the customer experience, and bring the Brighton story to life through impactful visual merchandising and brand storytelling.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Brighton is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees.