Ann Taylor - Retail- Regional Visual Merchandiser, New York City

Job Description: Position Overview: The Regional Visual Merchandiser is responsible for the learning and development of their Regional team (RVP, DM and SM) to manage implementation of visual presentation, brand standards and business strategies.


Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

Ensures brand and visual merchandising consistency and brand standards is upheld within the region

Coordinates and conduct ongoing detailed training and development of RVP, DM's and SM's to achieve the standard expectation of visual merchandising as set forth by Corporate Visual

Communicates and enforces the monthly business strategy, Store Set

Builds constructive, effective relationships with RVP, DM's & SM's

Partners with RVP and DM on maximizing business opportunities and attribute strategies on a store by store basis

Participates and support Stores with action plan for Store Openings, Store Set execution and rollouts.

Provides feedback to Corporate Visual partners regarding execution of all merchandise and in-store environment related strategies

Ensures accuracy and up to date information of all distributions: graphic, rollout and seasonal strategies

People Management:

-Provides a positive, challenging work environment.
-Recognizes and rewards talent and accomplishments.
-Interfaces effectively with all levels of senior management.
-Adept at managing conflict resolution.



Position Requirements:


Bachelor's degree, in a related field of study or equivalent functional experience, minimum 3-5 years

Proven ability to develop individuals to execute consistently high level of merchandising and visual presentations, drive business through merchandise presentations

Proven ability to assess businesses in order to identify growth opportunities and maximize businesses - impact sales through creative merchandising solutions, on a store by store basis

Excellent visual and merchandising skills that support high volume, multi level stores

Ability to adapt to different learning styles and work effectively with all levels of management

Excellent communication, verbal, written and presentation skills

Excellent time management, multi-tasking and organizational skills

High skill level in motivating, influencing and leading others

Strong influencing, problem analysis and decision making skills

Strong ability to teach/train and to facilitate training sessions

Competition and industry aware

Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel)

Flexible to travel respective region 3-4 days a week, in addition to quarterly NYC Corporate office meetings

Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business

Searchable Keywords: Regional Visual Merchandiser, New York City / gj-mo

Years of Experience Required: More than 5 years

This company may offer relocation assistance.