Visual Merchandising Specialist

Description evo Purpose: To make life better by building community and igniting the adventurous spirit that lives within us all. evo is leading multi-channel retail brand that stands at the intersection of community, commerce, action sports and the outdoor lifestyle. This is personified by a distinctly curated product assortment and a creative approach to crafting highly differentiated customer experiences. We define success differently than most. Balancing our goals of (1) building an iconic brand and business (2) creating an extraordinary place and path for our employees and (3) leveraging our success to give back, helping to empower underprivileged children is paramount to evos success. We have a passion for community, sports and lifestyle, and a collective hunger when it comes to building a great company together. The Job The Visual Merchandising Specialist manages all aspects related to visual merchandising directives and standards within our retail environment. This role ensures a consistent brand image and product presentation, aiming to enhance store sales and create a memorable shopping experience for our customers. Collaborating closely with the team, this position will lead the implementation of merchandising standards and support the store leadership staff in various merchandising-related activities. The Visual Merchandising Specialist is responsible for tracking product and fixture performance and making data driven decisions that drive product performance and business results. When not directly engaged in specialist duties, the Visual Merchandising Specialist performs typical retail associate responsibilities, delivering excellent customer service. Scheduling Requirements: This is a Full-time, year-round position. The Perks 100% paid health dental and vision* Paid vacation time*, sick leave, 40 hours volunteer paid time off Paid parental leave for birthing & non birthing parents Retail quarterly bonus program, profit share program* and long-term compensation program 401k matching Employee discount and access to pro deals on most the products we sell NGEY (New Gear Every Year): a new ski or snowboard setup to use for the season* Bike finance program and bike stipend Time together outside, volunteer activities, community events, ride days and annual retreat Flexible work schedules, remote work for eligible roles, and dog friendly offices Career pathing, leadership development, network development, training and performance feedback Note: Availability of the benefits and perks may be subject to your location, tenure and employment type. The Company reserves the right to alter these benefits and perks in whole or in part at any time. *Benefit not eligible for seasonal employees The Opportunity Collaborative Partnership : Work closely with the evo Visual Merchant to drive sales through the management of store merchandising standards and company directives. Trend Awareness: Stay updated on current trends in the retail industry to position evo as a leading softgoods resource. Effective Communication: Establish respectful and trusting relationships with retail staff, other evo departments, and vendors, seeking support from store leadership when necessary. Merchandising Evolution: Continuously strive to evolve merchandising processes, contributing to improved sales outcomes. Lead by Example: Set the standard for achieving merchandising goals and expectations through your actions and leadership. Data-Driven Insights: Utilize weekly reports and data trends to identify product needs and enhance store sales through effective merchandising strategies. Brand Image Maintenance : Ensure the maintenance of a consistent brand image and product presentation within the retail space. Visual Creativity: Conceptualize, create, and execute table displays, product replenishments, mannequin dressing, seasonal store flips, and reactive merchandising, among other related duties. Standards Adherence : Ensure that all displayed products in the store adhere to evo's visual merchandising standards. Delegation: Delegate merchandising directives to store staff when appropriate, ensuring timely completion. Communication: Communicate visual merchandising standards to staff daily and other departments weekly. Training: Train other employees on visual merchandising standards in coordination with the store leadership team. Flexibility: Complete all projects and tasks outside of standard retail hours when required. Other duties as assigned. Requirements The Must Haves 2 to 3 years of retail sales experience. Demonstrated understanding of store merchandising processes and standards. Proficiency in computer applications, including POS, Netsuite, Microsoft Office, and Inventory Management software. Adaptability, attention to detail, communication, critical thinking, customer service, inventory management, merchandising, multitasking, problem-solving, project management, teamwork, time management Embodies, honors, and lives our core values: The Great 8 At evo, we are working to build and nurture a culture where equity, inclusivity, and compassion are inherent to how we operate and evolve. We recognize and value the uniqueness of each individual's experiences and understand the power in the diversity of ideas and opinions. Guided by our values and mission to promote more inclusive outdoor spaces, we are working to develop a team that is equally representative of the community we hope to build. While there is more work to be done, we are in the process of evolving our toolset. We are committed to providing the space, support, and resources necessary for each individual to feel heard and valued. If you are interested in contributing your unique voice to our journey, we welcome you to apply! evo is an equal opportunity employer. We believe the participation of individuals of diverse ages, races, religions, cultures, abilities and personalities will add to personal development and organizational success. All employees and potential employees will be recruited, selected, trained, and promoted without regard to sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, marital or military status, age, national origin, color, the presence of any mental, physical, or sensory disability, genetic information, gender identity, political ideology, or any other basis prohibited by law. The base wage for this role ranges from $19.27 to $22.88 / hour. Where you land in that range depends on your skills and experience, and we also factor in internal pay equity. While the full range is listed for this role, we rarely hire at the top of the range, leaving room for professional and financial growth in role. At evo, we continually evolve our pay process and total rewards offerings to ensure pay is fair and easy to understand. While every individual's needs are unique, we are proud to offer a benefits package that has been carefully curated to support both your personal life and professional aspirations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Socket.dev