Who We Are:
Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. At New Balance, We Got Now.
JOB MISSION:
New Balance is more than just a sportswear brand – we are a family. We want people to join our team who can develop with us as we continue our journey as a growing brand. Our retail stores are looking for associates who can engage, excite, educate and entertain our consumers from the moment they walk through the door. We need your passion and the desire to be a true brand ambassador as well as your genuine love for visual merchandising and supporting the wider VM team in day-to-day operations. Apply now for the chance to join an incredible team!
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Visual
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Responsible for the organization and execution of visual standards and expectations
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Participates in visual walk through on bestselling product & store KPI’s with VM Coordinator & Flagship Management team
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Responsible for all floor set initiatives and ensuring that visual deadlines are met, adhering to Global Standards and Monthly Guidelines
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Ensures new product is placed on the floor within visual guidelines in a timely manner
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Drives key product launches, product levels and sell through
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Communicates with VM Coordinator around key product launch dates, product levels and sell through
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Support in completing monthly visual updates, including window installs and instore changes
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Ensures mannequins and walls are set according to the momentum guide and refresh as needed
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Responsible for promotion setup and breakdown
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Responsible for ensuring all promotional materials, marketing signage, product signage and graphics are up to date and applied
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Ensures the full store is set according to the global guideline and refreshed as and when needed
Leadership
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Assists in training of visual standards and expectations
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Actively coaches and develops, providing constant productive feedback to associates
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Supports the store management in achieving store metrics including sales, units per transaction, and conversion among other metrics
REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:
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Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent retail/visual merchandising experience preferred
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Flagship visual merchandising experience required
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Experience in using and interpreting retail KPIs’
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Self-motivation, creativity, and organization are crucial in this role
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Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain business relationships
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Embraces NB Lifestyle and has an affinity with the New Balance Brand
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Strong retail business acumen
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Ability to take a supervising role with projects is critical
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Able to work early hours to complete initiatives before store opening
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Flexible work schedule includes weekends and holidays
Equal Opportunity Employer:
New Balance is committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership and gender reassignment. We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion.
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