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Regional Visual Merchandising Manager

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Louis Vuitton

19d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Customer Relations
    Creative Arts & Fashion
  • Dallas

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor's degree and 10+ years in luxury retail merchandising, with strong leadership, communication skills, adaptability, and a focus on deadlines.
  • You will lead visual merchandising consistency, train teams, manage budgets, coordinate displays, communicate with managers, and report on visual direction across the region.

Requirements

  • The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and should have a minimum of ten years merchandising experience in a retail specialty or luxury retail environment. You will be a well-rounded individual with the ability to lead a business using your previous experiences with window installations and working with both ready-to-wear and accessories categories. As a strong team player, you will have outstanding interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to lead by example. Given the fast-paced nature of the business, you will be adaptable and agile while being extremely deadline oriented.

Responsibilities

  • As a Regional Visual Merchandising Manager, you will be responsible for leading the consistency and quality of Visual Merchandising in all stores within the assigned region, while respecting the Visual Merchandising standards of Louis Vuitton.
  • Work with corporate visual team to gather artistic direction and information, and effectively communicate this with store visual managers and store managers
  • Ensure all VM needs are met on time and consistently
  • Coordinate and supervise window installations and displays where and when appropriate
  • Control quality of visual implementation through store visits and regular photo analysis
  • Communicate and collaborate with Store Managers and Regional Vice President on VM subjects on a regular basis
  • Help train Visual Leaders and store teams in visual display
  • Provide regular reports to RVP and corporate Visual Merchandising team regarding status of visual direction in the region, areas for improvement, recommendations, etc.
  • Maintain and meet budgets for all in-store visual displays and installations (freelancers, flowers, props, etc.)
  • Manage VM budgets for region: prepare, control and optimize
  • Assist RVPs, corporate Visual Merchandising Department, other corporate departments and Store Managers with visual aspects of new store openings and all aspects (both visual and otherwise) of special events and other store initiatives
  • Report to RVPs, SVP of Retail, and the Director of Visual Merchandising with follow-up memos / photos of store windows and interior visual direction for events
  • Lead and support the region's visual team to ensure a consistent message and standard is met at all times
  • Coach, develop and motivate the visual team through regular touch base meetings as needed
  • Involvement in visual succession planning by training and developing regional visual team members to be able to progress along career paths
  • Exhibit strong interpersonal and leadership skills in dealing with regional visual team, leadership and the NY corporate office

FAQs

What is the location for the Regional Visual Merchandising Manager position?

The position is based in our Regional offices in Dallas, Texas.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Regional Visual Merchandising Manager?

The primary responsibilities include leading the consistency and quality of Visual Merchandising across all stores in the assigned region, coordinating window installations, training store teams, and managing budgets related to visual displays.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

A minimum of ten years of merchandising experience in a retail specialty or luxury retail environment is required.

Who does the Regional Visual Merchandising Manager report to?

The Regional Visual Merchandising Manager reports to the Regional Visual Merchandising Director.

Will the Regional Visual Merchandising Manager work with other corporate departments?

Yes, the manager will collaborate with various corporate departments, including the corporate Visual Merchandising Department, to assist with visual aspects of new store openings and special events.

What skills are important for a candidate applying for this role?

Important skills include outstanding interpersonal and communication abilities, strong leadership qualities, adaptability to a fast-paced environment, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Is experience with window installations required for this position?

Yes, experience with window installations is a necessary aspect of the role.

What is the role of the Regional Visual Merchandising Manager in team management?

The role includes leading and supporting the visual team, coaching and developing team members, and being involved in visual succession planning.

Will the Regional Visual Merchandising Manager be involved in budget management?

Yes, the manager will maintain and meet budgets for all in-store visual displays and installations, as well as prepare, control, and optimize VM budgets for the region.

What kind of education is preferred for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is preferred for this role.

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