Visual Merchandiser & Store Experience Curator

West Elm; North Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount across Williams-Son域

Wellness program

Paid vacations and holidays (full-time

Job summary

West Elm is seeking a detail-oriented merchandising professional to enhance in-store styling and displays. You will collaborate with the sales team to create inspiring environments and maintain visual standards across floors, while coaching associates and contributing to a vibrant neighborhood presence.

The role emphasizes hands-on merchandising, guest engagement, and leadership in a fast-paced retail setting, with an emphasis on staying current with trends and preserving the brand aesthetic.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in merchandising or visual role.
• 1-2 years experience in home related design or visual merchandising preferred. Specialty retail preferred
• Effective communication, organization and leadership skills.
• Proven ability to motivate and influence others through personal actions and examples.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging experiences for customers by sharing expertise on styling, decorating & entertaining.
• Seek out & promote innovative ways to make our stores a neighborhood destination for inspiration.
• Interpret & execute visual inspiration to drive sales & convey the eclectic, creative & modern spirit of the brand.
• Ensure merchandising & displays are visually compelling to drive sales.
• Model & coach associates on how to uphold visual standards.
• Promote the lifestyle & protect the image of the WSI Brands.
• Makes the store a fun, inspirational neighborhood destination.

Skills

Merchandising experience

Visual merchandising

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Influence others

Education

College degree preferred

Job description

West Elm is seeking a detail-oriented merchandising professional to enhance in-store styling and displays. You will collaborate with the sales team to create inspiring environments and maintain visual standards across floors, while coaching associates and contributing to a vibrant neighborhood presence.

The role emphasizes hands-on merchandising, guest engagement, and leadership in a fast-paced retail setting, with an emphasis on staying current with trends and preserving the brand aesthetic.