Visual Merchandiser
Join Gucci in Chicago as a Visual Merchandiser, overseeing Midwest retail stores. Competitive salary and dynamic work environment. Apply now!
Overview
Gucci, a prestigious brand under the Kering Group, is renowned for its commitment to luxury and innovation in the fashion industry. As an employer, Gucci offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment that fosters creativity and professional growth, aligning with Kering's values of sustainability and empowerment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and execute visually compelling presentations to enhance client experience and drive sales.
- Provide strategic guidance to store teams for promoting product sales through visual merchandising.
- Act as the market expert on brand aesthetics and competitor trends.
- Adapt global creative strategies to meet market needs using individual creativity.
- Analyze sales reports to respond to business needs at both national and store levels.
- Train store teams on visual standards and best practices.
- Ensure store displays align with the global creative vision.
- Collaborate with store directors and merchandising departments to improve store performance.
- Maintain direct communication with the global visual merchandising team.
- Implement visual merchandising zoning plans and mock-up presentations.
- Oversee maintenance and storage of visual tools and inventory.
- Communicate visual updates and store visit recaps with regional partners and headquarters.
- Adhere to travel schedules and budgets provided by the regional manager.
- Conduct regular check-ins with market stores.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of visual merchandising experience, preferably with multi-store scope.
- Flexibility with work hours and ability to adapt to changing priorities.
- Availability for ad hoc overnight and weekend work.
- Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time within the market.
Skills
Experience
A minimum of three years in visual merchandising, ideally across multiple store locations, is required.
Benefits
Gucci offers a comprehensive benefits package, including opportunities for professional development and a commitment to inclusivity and accessibility.
Culture
Gucci fosters a culture of inclusivity, creativity, and innovation, encouraging employees to break new ground in the fashion industry while supporting personal and professional growth.