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Job description
Manager, Retail Visual Merchandising – Footwear
The Manager, Retail Visual Merchandising – Footwear drives the in-store footwear experience across a large retail footprint. This role is responsible for developing and executing visual merchandising strategies that bring product stories to life, elevate brand standards, and drive sales performance. Partnering cross-functionally, this individual translates seasonal priorities, product launches, and marketing initiatives into clear, executable direction for store teams.
Responsibilities
Develop and deliver clear, actionable visual merchandising directives aligned to seasonal priorities and product strategies
Translate marketing campaigns and product stories into compelling in-store experiences
Partner cross-functionally to align merchandising direction with business objectives and brand standards
Influence fixture, signage, and in-store presentation to enhance storytelling and drive sell-through
Support store openings, remodels, and key initiatives to ensure consistent execution
Create merchandising briefs that highlight key product moments and drive customer engagement
Develop creative, scalable solutions that balance brand storytelling with operational execution
Partner with vendors and internal teams to integrate campaigns into the in-store experience
Ensure merchandising direction is clear, concise, and executable at scale
Identify opportunities to evolve visual merchandising strategies based on customer behavior and business needs
Lead testing and innovation of new merchandising concepts and tools
Maintain and enhance visual merchandising standards and playbooks
Incorporate feedback from field teams to continuously improve execution
Manage in-store print, digital, and fixture requirements, including specifications, quantities, and timelines
Drive cross-functional alignment and streamline processes across teams
Ensure timely communication and execution of merchandising directives
Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree preferred
5+ years of experience in retail visual merchandising or related field
Strong understanding of merchandising principles, store operations, and retail environments
Experience with design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and 3D rendering tools (e.g., SketchUp)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams)
Strong creative, organizational, and project management skills
Ability to influence cross-functional partners and drive alignment
Experience with print production and basic photography knowledge preferred
Comfortable working on Mac systems preferred
Ability to travel up to 25%
Ability to lift up to 30–40 lbs as needed
Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
Who can apply
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