New Balance - Visual Merchandiser (Full-Time) – Oxford Street - London

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION:

The Visual Merchandiser plays an important role in the brand presentation of our flagship store and will ensure best in class VM and execution according to regional and global guidelines. Will directly report into and collaborate closely with Flagship Visual Merchandising Coordinator. Analyse weekly sale figures & KPI’s and initiates commercial actions to achieve commercial goals.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Uphold and deliver the highest level of execution in visual merchandising and brand presentation.
• Ensures timely execution of all promotional and commercial activities including monthly VM floorsets.

• Contribute to visual walk throughs on bestselling product & store KPI’s with Department Manager.
• Ensures new product is placed on the shop floor considering seasonal visual guidelines and in a timely manner upon receipt.
• Monitor product levels and react to sell through in partnership with Department Manager & Store Manager.
• Ensures mannequins and merchandise are set according to guidelines and refreshed as needed.
• Setup and breakdown of promotions.
• Accountability for the Marketing calendar and programming of the store on a regular basis
• Ownership over all in store POS, organization, implementation, and installation. 
• Coach and train teams on New Balance brand aesthetic and Visual Merchandising practices.

• Provide insight and feedback to Store associates ensuring teams have up-to-date product knowledge and can maintain regional and global directives.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

• Approximately 1-year experience as a visual merchandiser
• Experience in using and interpreting retail KPIs’
• Team-player
• Embraces NB Lifestyle and has an affinity with the New Balance Brand
• Able to work early hours to execute initiatives before store opening
• Flexible work schedule includes weekends and holidays

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS: 

• Competitive compensation 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

New Balance is committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership and gender reassignment.  We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion.

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