Visual Merchandiser (East Rutherford, NJ)
Altar'd State · East Rutherford, NJ ·
- Employment
- Full time
- Category
- Retail
Who Are We?
Altar'd State is a rapidly growing women's fashion brand with more than 100 boutiques in over 30 states. We offer a place of respite and a distinctive shopping experience with the latest fashion finds, the most sought-after accessories, as well as charming home decor and gifts.
Our Mission
“Stand Out. For Good”. At Altar’d State, those four words are more than just than just our motto, they are why we exist. From Mission Mondays, where 10% of our net proceeds go directly to local charitable organizations, to our long-standing partnership with Coprodeli USA, in which we are in the process of building 22 schools for impoverished communities in Peru, we are committed to giving back in meaningful ways to those in need.
Position Overview
The Merchandiser supports the Store Leader by executing the merchandising and seasonal décor to create a beautiful environment for our guests to achieve all store goals. You will provide our guests with exceptional service through relationship building and an inspirationally, well-maintained environment. Merchandisers drive excellence and provide leadership in all visual aspects of the store including elevated product merchandising, well crafted window designs, and a drive for results through the store’s presentation.
Job Requirements
People
Fosters a guest-focused team environment through driving volume and anticipating guest needs
Achieves excellent guest service by role-modeling company service standards
Proactively provides timely feedback to associates, rewards and recognizes performance to drive retention
Holds self and associates accountable for achievement of financial results and performance standards
Manages conflict and coaches by applying company’s recommended processes, standards and guidelines
Empowers and involves associates in decision-making processes
Receives feedback and fosters dialog around solutions
Develops associates through an individualized approach by matching talent with tasks, delegating, and challenging on results
Fosters team commitment through support, relationship building, and recognizing individual contributions
Leads by managing through change and adversity
Makes recommendations on hiring, promotions, and terminations of team members based on performance
Process
React to product and presentation based off the needs of the business
Maintain seasonal window décor weekly
Controls workflow through successful planning and delegation
Assess store business using company reporting tools to identify merchant opportunities within product placement, outfitting and stock levels
Executes task directives within designated time frames
Conduct weekly window mannequin updates
Teach standards of product flow, merchandising and product knowledge to the team
Adheres to loss prevention practices and reports potential incidents to ensure shortage control in order to protect Company assets
Communicates effectively with executive team
Coaches the team on analysis of, business related visual presentation to achieve department sales goals
Leads forward thinking approach to the guest experience through merchandising, seasonal décor and in-store marketing.
Leads a creative community to drive sales through an inspirational store environment
Must be able to lift and carry heavy boxes (up to 30 lbs.)
Presentation
Utilizes and manages the use of weekly reporting to track, analyze and communicate business results and determine strategies to maximize sales
Interprets Home Office visual communication through Store Leader / District Leader partnership
Partners with the Store Leader to oversee and manage the roll-out of floor sets, window sets, fixture placement and overall visual environment
Maintains an awareness of brand aesthetic and relevance to the store environment and communicates with team
Manages placement of new product
Communicates product performance observations and offers feedback to the Store Leader
Qualifications
1 year Merchandising experience
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Physical ability to perform tasks, which could require prolonged standing, sitting, reaching, kneeling and / or squatting frequently. May be required to occasionally climb ladders, climb and descend stairs frequently, depending on location. Must be able to lift and carry 30 pounds regularly without assistance.
Stand Out For Good, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
We are proud to share that our associates have made us one of Fortune's Best Companies to Work For! Recently, our team has received the following recognition:
#73 in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® 2023
#4 in Fortune Best Workplaces in Retail™ 2022
#93 in Best Workplaces for Millennials™ 2023
#34 in Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ 2022