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JOB SUMMARY:
The Visual Merchandiser coordinates, communicates and insures execution of merchandising strategies by creating and maintaining visual displays on the sales floor utilizing tools supplied by management. The market/store(s) brand gatekeeper, ensuring that the image and style of the company is projected at all times. Accountable for timely and diligent merchandise handling, replenishment, and inventory control efforts which contributes to the profitability of the store.

Job Description:

This position requires travel to our retail store locations in the greater Detroit area and Southeast Michigan regions. Occasional travel to 1 remote market store will also be required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Responsible for managing store merchandise needs and displayed according to the merchandising plan. Ensure and manage flow of all merchandise, go forward and non-go forward, including, but not limited to, promotional, seasonal, and daily replenishment, through analyzing the numerous reports disseminated.
• Initiates unique visual presentations while consistently maintaining visual display standards. Analyzes trends; shop competition and other areas for inspiration.
• Point of contact for merchandise initiatives, effectively communicate and implement merchandising strategies. Communicates to the sales team for enhanced selling.
• Reviews sales in assigned stores, providing market analysis on purchasing trends, reporting feedback to RVMM.
• Responsible to lead/assist with New Store, Remodel, visual Enhancements and store closing set ups. Facilitates and monitors orders for New Stores, remodels and visual enhancements, keeping management apprised of any concerns with time to react.
• Solves problems creatively related to ensure flawless execution, while monitoring store standards to company plans.
• Presents on behalf of Merchandising at market meetings.

SCOPE & IMPACT:
This position will oversee 6-10 stores approximately 9,000-18,000 sq. ft.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, with 0-2 years of relevant experience or equivalent
• Highly organized and attention to detail
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc)
• Up to 30% Travel

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
• Self-management to demonstrate self-control and the ability to manage time and priorities

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Specific physical and/or environmental demands are an essential part of the job. Often required to sit, use repetitive hand motion, hear, listen, talk, stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb stairs, climb ladders, kneel, squat, crouch, crawl, balance, reach overhead, pull, push, and lift up to or over 50 pounds. Not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

At La-Z-Boy Incorporated, we're an equal opportunity employer. We understand that our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints add value to our ability to create and deliver the best possible service, quality products, and is of upmost importance as we work together to build comfort. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

We are committed to fostering an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas to the table. If you are a qualified individual that may need a change or adjustment to the application/interviewing/hiring process as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodations by emailing our recruiting team at [email protected] or by calling 734-242-1444.