Visual Merchandising Manager

Mavi North America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount on Mavi products

Supportive team culture

Fast-paced, rewarding environment

Job summary

Mavi North America is seeking a visual merchandising leader to craft compelling brand displays across U.S. stores. You will translate denim narratives into cohesive in-store experiences, maintain visual standards, and drive customer engagement and sales.

You will train and lead store teams, collaborate with VM and Retail Directors, and travel between locations to ensure branding consistency. A strong eye for design and storytelling is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, or related field.
• 5+ years in visual merchandising, ideally with multi-location experience.
• Strong storytelling to convey denim brand narratives.
• Excellent communication and leadership to inspire store teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement VM strategies for multiple U.S. locations in line with seasonal campaigns.
• Maintain window and in-store displays to maximize product visibility and sales.
• Train store teams on VM standards and techniques.
• Collaborate with leadership to translate brand initiatives into in-store experiences.
• Oversee product lifecycle, ensuring correct stock and display readiness.
• Travel between assigned locations to uphold branding standards.

Skills

Leadership

Brand storytelling

Travel readiness

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising

Job description

At Mavi, we believe in the power of denim to tell stories, connect people, and make lasting impressions. As a leading global denim brand, we pride ourselves on crafting quality, timeless designs that bring out the best in every individual. We’re on the lookout for a creative and passionate Visual Merchandising Manager to join our dynamic team and elevate the Mavi experience across our retail locations.

Your Role:

As the Visual Merchandising Manager, you’ll play a key role in driving our brand’s aesthetic and ensuring that every store, display, and window showcases Mavi’s essence. You’ll be responsible for curating impactful and inspiring visual experiences that not only tell our denim story but also deliver on brand consistency, customer engagement, and sales success.

This role partners closely with the Visual Merchandising Director and Retail Director, while collaborating cross-functionally with Retail, Marketing, Buying, and Merchandising teams to ensure a cohesive and inspiring brand presentation.

What You’ll Do:

• Design & Execution: Develop and implement visual merchandising strategies for multiple retail locations across the U.S., ensuring alignment with the seasonal campaigns, product collections, and overall brand vision.
• In-Store Visual Excellence: Maintain visual standards, executing window displays, in-store setups, and product placement to engage customers and maximize product visibility and sales.
• Collaborate & Train: Work closely with store managers and sales teams to deliver high-impact merchandising. Provide training to in-store teams on visual merchandising standards and techniques.
• Brand Leadership Collaboration: Work hand-in-hand with company leadership to execute and bring to life key brand initiatives in retail settings. You’ll translate the brand’s vision into tangible, in-store experiences that align with Mavi’s strategic objectives and help push forward global campaigns.
• Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee the product lifecycle, ensuring that allocated product is processed, merchandised, replenished, and filtered as appropriate. Ensure that the right product is displayed at the right time to drive sales, and that stock is always fresh, organized, and ready for customers.
• Team Training & Development: Empower store teams with the knowledge and skills to manage the product lifecycle effectively. Train them to process, merchandise, replenish, and filter stock to maintain store presentation and stock flow, ensuring maximum efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Trend Spotting & Innovation: Stay ahead of industry trends, continuously seeking inspiration from fashion, design, and retail landscapes to innovate and refresh Mavi’s visual presence.
• Performance Analysis: Analyze visual displays and store performance, adjusting layouts and strategies to improve customer experience and drive business results.
• Travel: Travel between assigned locations, ensuring that all stores uphold Mavi’s visual standards and branding.

What You Bring:

• Educational Background: A Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, or a related field.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in visual merchandising, ideally within fashion or retail, with experience managing multiple locations or regions.
• Creativity & Passion: A keen eye for design, detail, and the ability to tell a compelling story through visual displays that captivate and engage.
• Leadership: Strong communication and organizational skills to inspire and lead teams. Ability to influence others and work cross-functionally.
• Flexibility & Adaptability: Comfort with frequent travel and the ability to adapt to different retail environments.
• Knowledge: Proficiency in visual merchandising techniques, retail trends, and a deep understanding of how to elevate the customer experience through design.

Why Mavi?

• A Creative Environment: Work with a team that values fresh ideas and encourages creativity.
• Growth Opportunities: Be part of a growing brand with opportunities to advance your career within the retail and fashion industry.
• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts on Mavi products, a supportive team culture, and the chance to work in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.

Ready to join a brand that’s all about making denim your statement? If you have the eye for detail, the passion for denim, and the drive to creating inspiring retail landscapes, we’d love to hear from you.