Head of Retail Merchandising

About us Ann Taylor embodies and celebrates the spirit, heritage, and confidence of American women leading the lives they love. Since its beginnings, Ann Taylor has been committed to providing women with everything they need to feel inspired and motivated as they navigate their multifaceted lives. Our effortlessly polished styles are thoughtfully designed to go anywhere—from the office to special occasions (and everywhere in between). About the role As a Merchandising Manager, you are a key team member who brings our brand to life for customers and creates meaningful experiences. You will bring your attention to detail to the sales floor each day to keep our stores looking beautiful and operating seamlessly. In partnership with the Store Manager, you’ll manage a team of associates to deliver on the brand's performance goals. You'll enhance the customer experience with our brand standards as your guide.

Cultivate a customer-focused environment that consistently delivers exceptional customer experiences.

Use technology to provide customers with a seamless omnichannel shopping experience.

Create an inclusive store environment for associates where everyone feels welcome and engaged.

Make merchandise and product placement updates on the sales floor in line with brand standards.

Process freight shipments and oversee inventory management.

Use reporting to make effective merchandising and styling decisions.

Coach associates on brand behaviors to assist, inspire, and style the customer.

Develop a strong operational dynamic within the team by maximizing brand behaviors.

Analyze reporting to develop goals for individual and team performance.

Balance selling responsibilities and overall store operational activities.

You'll bring to the role 1+ year retail management experience (preferred)

Brings a hospitality mindset when connecting with customers and associates

Knowledgeable about visual standards and techniques with an ability to implement within brand guidelines

Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Opportunities for monthly bonuses

Merchandise discounts plus eligibility for discounts at our sister brands

Professional development and opportunities for advancement across our brands

Community impact through our philanthropic partnerships

Position Type: Regular/Full time Pay Range: $20.60 - $25.75 Hourly USD

Equal Employment Opportunity The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business.