Visual Merchandising Specialist – Home Decor & Styling

West Elm; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

401(k) plan

Wellness program

Paid vacations and holidays

Health benefits

Job summary

West Elm in Emeryville is seeking a merchandising/visual role professional to support store management and maintain visual standards. You will influence displays, lead by example, and collaborate with the sales team to drive customer inspiration and sales.

The role emphasizes creating engaging customer experiences, seeking inspiration from trends, and upholding West Elm’s eclectic, modern brand spirit across the store environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in merchandising or visual role.
• 1-2 years experience in home related design or visual merchandising 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.

Job description

West Elm in Emeryville is seeking a merchandising/visual role professional to support store management and maintain visual standards. You will influence displays, lead by example, and collaborate with the sales team to drive customer inspiration and sales.

The role emphasizes creating engaging customer experiences, seeking inspiration from trends, and upholding West Elm’s eclectic, modern brand spirit across the store environment.