Visual Merchandising Specialist: Luxury Boutique Lead

Chanel, Inc.; Glenmont (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing days

Wellbeing fund

Parental leave

Fertility support

MilkStork

Care.com Membership

Vacation time

401K

Healthcare benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

CHANEL, Inc. is seeking a Specialist, Visual Merchandising to oversee VM standards in the boutique during hours and events. You will work with the Visual Lead to implement and maintain guidelines, and manage fixtures, mannequins, and selling tools to create compelling displays.

The role requires 2+ years in a similar position (luxury brand preferred), a relevant degree, and strong communication with clients and team members. A flexible schedule and in-store presence are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Display and Exhibition Design or comparable Art / Fashion related course of study.
• Minimum of 2 years in a similar position or higher, preferably with a luxury brand.
• High level of professionalism in communication, attitude and teamwork with clients, employees & management team.
• Able to move heavy items - may include overhead lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Flexible schedule with ability to work late nights, weekends and some holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee coordination of all visual merchandising standards within the boutique during hours and events.
• Supervise with Visual Lead the implementation and maintenance of VM guidelines, window installs, fixtures, and mannequins.
• Coordinate movement and storage of display elements with Visual Merchandise Manager.
• Ensure windows and floors are merchandised per VM guidelines between floor sets and collection launches.
• Take photographs of the boutique after floor/window sets and update Dropbox and share with Global Image Team.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and own projects to deliver timely results.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team collaboration

Customer experience passion

Foreign language skills preferred

Education

Associate degree in Display and Exhibition Design or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Digital photography

Job description

CHANEL, Inc. is seeking a Specialist, Visual Merchandising to oversee VM standards in the boutique during hours and events. You will work with the Visual Lead to implement and maintain guidelines, and manage fixtures, mannequins, and selling tools to create compelling displays.

The role requires 2+ years in a similar position (luxury brand preferred), a relevant degree, and strong communication with clients and team members. A flexible schedule and in-store presence are essential.