Visual Merchandising Manager, LA Metro

Rag & Bone•Los, FL

3d•$80,000 - $85,000

About The Position

From our origins in New York in 2002, rag & bone was founded on a belief of uncompromising ideals: a commitment to doing things the right way, not the easy way. To making things that are as original as they are timeless. To being true to ourselves, even when that truth sets us apart from the mainstream. We still believe in the same principles we started with: the easy elegance of classic British tailoring, the authenticity of American workwear, and the originality of our home city, New York. As New Yorkers, community and authenticity have become synonymous with our brand. An inclusive environment at rag & bone upholds our original values by encouraging employee connection and empowering each individual to have a voice on policy, process, and collaboration for a more equitable future. Job Summary The Visual Merchandising Manager, LA Metro is responsible for the overall brand and product presentations within the retail network throughout the area. The merchandiser will balance art and commerce by ensuring a consistent client experience, drive brand values, and promote product selling across the network. The position is based out of the Rag and Bone Abbot Kinney Flagship and will travel to the other stores within the LA area. This position is a member of the visual merchandising department and reports into the Regional Visual Manager, West Coast.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years visual merchandising experience, preferably including in a contemporary or luxury brand environment.
University or continuing education degree in fashion related business
Excellent time management, multi-tasking, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to work in a fast paced, high volume, high visibility environment
Strong drive for results
Acute attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through
Able to lift up to 30 pounds as needed.
Ability to work outside of regular business hours including early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends.
Travel occasionally and ability to travel outside of the LA area when business support is needed.

Responsibilities

Ensure that the in-store product presentations are consistent to the global retail strategy and visual guidelines.
Consider localized market needs and variations including inventory levels, product delivery schedules, and seasonality.
Manage window installations, in-store seasonal creative roll outs, and special projects within network.
Oversee the proper training, execution, and maintenance of in-store brand standards.
Develop and nurture partnerships with regional, general, and store managers within the network to promote brand and sales driving VM presentations and enhance opportunities.
Manage communication to and from the stores and HQ office, including photo recaps, window installations, guideline interpretations, scheduling, and special needs.
Collaborate with cross-functional internal partners including Creative Services, Store Design, Merchandising, Planning, and Operations to ensure that all corresponding business needs are addressed.
Develop weekly store rotation schedule based on product delivery, seasonal client traffic patterns, promotional sales, brand events and special projects