Visual Merchandising Associate

Salary Range $24.76 - $30.94\***Job Description:**Visual Merchandising Associate****WHO WE ARE:******Saks Fifth Avenue is a leading destination for luxury fashion, driven by a mission to help customers express themselves through relevant and inspiring style. Since its inception in 1924, the company has delivered one-of-a-kind shopping experiences, featuring an expertly curated assortment of fashion and highly personalized customer service. Its unique approach combines an emphasis on the digital customer experience with a strong connection to a network of 14 extraordinary locations across North America for seamless, all-channel shopping. Saks Fifth Avenue is part of Saks Global’s portfolio of top luxury retail brands and real estate assets.****What This Position is All About****Under the direction from the Visual Manager, the Visual Associate is responsible for creating an exciting visual environment in the store and supporting all visual initiatives. The Visual Associate is also responsible for merchandising the floor, creating interesting and appropriate window displays, and changing the apparel on all mannequins according to merchandising and visual standards set forth by Saks Fifth Avenue.****Who You Are:*** **A towering strength in achieving and exceeding goals, requires limited coaching to achieve targeted results*** **Generates a variety of approaches to problem solving including new and novel ideas*** **You understand the value of being proactive and solution-oriented*** **You have a can-do attitude****You Also Have:*** **Minimum of 2 years visual team experience in a major multi-level department store, possessing a portfolio of previously created projects*** **Ability to use carpentry tools safely and efficiently*** **Experienced in painting techniques*** **Experience with basic production, knowledge of materials*** **Experienced in styling and fashion pulls*** **Strong knowledge of current fashion and art trends*** **Proficiency in MS Office; Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Photoshop, Illustrator is preferred****As The Visual Associate, You Will:*** **Demonstrate initiative and a sense of urgency in "selling floor readiness" prior to the store opening.*** **Follow all directives and corporate guidelines set forth by the Visual Manager and Corporate Visual team.*** **Execute all aspects of promotional and sale set-up including presentation, lettering, and signage on the sales floor, as well as assist the Sales Support Team with all trunk shows and personal appearance set-ups and preparation.*** **Assist in replenishing merchandise on the selling floor and in wall units.*** **Ad hoc responsibilities as needed****Your Life and Career at SFA:*** **Be a part of a team of disruptors focused on stores and redefining the luxury experience.*** **Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities, from retail to supply chain, to digital or corporate*** **A culture that promotes a healthy, fulfilling work/life balance*** **Benefits package for all eligible full-time Associates (including medical, vision and dental)*** **An amazing Associate discount******SALARY AND OTHER BENEFITS**:****Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include market, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.******Benefits**: We offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits (such as critical illness, hospital and accident insurance).****Thank you for your interest with Saks Global. We look forward to reviewing your application.****Saks Global is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with Saks Global and would like to request special assistance or an accommodation, please contact the store directly.*****Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.***Compensation for this role varies by geographic location. The listed range reflects multiple markets, including higher-cost areas. Actual starting pay will be determined based on work location, experience, and other job-related factors.Saks is a world-renowned luxury ecommerce destination. The company’s unique approach combines a focus on the digital customer experience with a strong connection to a network of extraordinary stores that extends that seamless experience into the real world. On its website and app, Saks offers an unparalleled selection of curated merchandise across fashion for women and men, beauty, jewelry, home décor and more. In addition to the shopping experience, customers come to Saks for inspiring editorial content, access to digital stylists, lifestyle experiences and other world-class services. The company is currently in the midst of a dramatic expansion, driven by significant enhancements to its platforms and offerings, with the goal of becoming the preeminent destination for luxury internationally. #J-18808-Ljbffr Saks Fifth Avenue