Manager of Visual Merchandising, East Coast

Our vision is to establish HUGO BOSS as the leading premium tech-driven fashion platform worldwide and to be one of the top 100 global brands. At HUGO BOSS, we work as a team to apply our knowledge, skills and experience together and create a diversity of ideas and solutions. What unites us? We love fashion, we change fashion!At HUGO BOSS, you have the opportunity to contribute your personality, ideas and creativity — because only when we break new ground together can we create something unique. Become part of our team of more than 19.000 employees worldwide and shape your future at HUGO BOSS!The Visual Merchandising Manager – East Coast leads a team of Visual Merchandisers to deliver a consistent, elevated brand presentation across HUGO BOSS retail stores, shop-in-shops and outlets on the East Coast. This role sets the visual strategy for the region, ensures flawless execution of windows and in-store merchandising, and partners closely with retail and corporate teams to drive commercial results and a best-in-class customer experience.What you can expect:Directly oversee the New York Metro Market as the key point of contact.Manage and provide clear direction to a team of Visual Merchandisers across the East Coast.Ensure the team rigorously follows company visual standards, guidelines and brand principles.Coach and develop team members, conduct regular feedback sessions and support their growth in styling, merchandising and project management.Develop strong relationships with store management teams and Retail corporate partners to understand store needs and business priorities.Collaborate with Retail Operations, Merchandising, Store Planning and Marketing to align visual strategies with commercial objectives.Act as the key visual merchandising contact for East Coast stores and wholesale shops.Oversee the elevation and maintenance of a consistent, premium visual presentation across US retail stores and wholesale shops, with a primary focus on the East Coast network.Ensure visual guidelines are adapted appropriately to different store formats, footprints and customer profiles, while maintaining brand consistency.Deliver stylistically compelling mannequin looks across all HUGO BOSS product classifications (e.g., tailoring, casualwear, athleisure, accessories).Review and approve the teams looks to ensure high standards of styling, fit, composition and color balance.Train and support store teams in visual competency, including zoning, product placement, fixture maintenance and mannequin styling.Implement training tools (workshops, store visits, digital training content) to embed best-in-class standards.Monitor store execution and provide ongoing coaching to build a strong VM culture in the region.Support cross-functional teams in all store openings, relocations, expansions and refits on the East Coast.Lead or oversee VM planning and execution for new store setups, ensuring alignment with global concepts and local needs.Participate in project meetings to represent VM requirements and timelines.Manage the visual travel budget for the East Coast VM team, optimizing travel plans for impact and efficiency. Track and report on budget usage and ensure compliance with company guidelines.Coordinate the team calendar, including store visits, installations, openings, showrooms and key business events.Oversee installation and execution of all seasonal windows and in-store visual elements in the region.Ensure timely and accurate implementation of global concepts, local adaptations and promotional campaigns.Supervise the setup and ongoing maintenance of the showroom for seasonal markets (4 per year).Partner with Merchandising, Sales and Marketing to ensure the showroom reflects current collections and strategic priorities.Your profile:Strength in leadership and merchandising skillsStrong organizational and operational skillsExcellent communication and presentation skillsWillingness to work extra hours as neededLead by example, acts professionally, demonstrates respectExperience: 8 + years of Visual Merchandising Experience with at least 3 years of Management experienceDegree in Visual Merchandising or Fine Arts preferredProficiency in Microsoft Office (Adobe Creative Suite background preferred)Your benefits:HUGO BOSS offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:21 Paid Days Off (pro-rated based on first year of employment) plus your Birthday offPaid Parental Leave for FT employeesMedical, Dental, Vision Benefits with Health Saving Account (HSA) option401(K) with company matchSHIP (Share Investment Program) Offers eligible employees the opportunity to become a co-owner and acquire shares in HUGO BOSS AG at special SHIP conditions.Flex Spending Account (FSA)Generous Employee Discount ProgramVoluntary Benefits and Critical IllnessCompany sponsored Life and Disability benefitsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Discounts for auto/home/pet insuranceThe expected base pay range for this position is from $95,000 - $105,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the pay range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered.#LI-YM1We are a global company with our employees representative of the world at large. Our inclusive culture embraces each person’s authenticity and individuality. We are committed to equal employment opportunity. And we believe our equitable work environment helps unleash your full potential and inspires you to thrive.Job SummaryJob number: 144736Date posted : 2026-08-24Profession: Retail Back OfficeEmployment type: External