VISUAL MERCHANDISING ASSOCIATE

Dufresne Spencer Group

Lake Jackson, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
AutoCAD, Category Management, Communication Skills, Corporate Planning, Data Entry, Driver's License, Furniture, Interior Design, Merchandising, Organizational Skills, POP (Post Office Protocol), Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), Price Tags, Project/Program Management, Retail, Retirement Plan, Sales, Secondary School, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Visual Communication, Visual Merchandising, Warehousing
LOCATION
Lake Jackson, TX
POSTED
Today
Ashley, the #1 Mattress and Furniture retailer in North America, has an immediate opening for a Visual Merchandising Associate. The ideal candidate is responsible for creating and maintaining an environment that draws attention to the floor plan and the furniture to maximize productsales. The Visual Merchandising Associate will be responsible for the overall environment of the store including displays and vignettes, product receiving, replenishment, rotation and store cleanliness.

**NOW OFFERING ON DEMAND PAY**

OUR COMPANY OFFERS GREAT BENEFITS, INCLUDING:

  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Retirement Benefits
  • 401k Plan
  • Employee Purchase Discounts of 30% or more
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Ensure that all merchandise is on the sales floor and displayed according to the merchandising plan developed by corporate.
  • Manage and train the following operational duties; accessory receiving, informational POP tagging and promotional POP execution, placement of price tags and spot light placement.
  • Ensure that all merchandise (new and clearance) is priced correctly when displayed, making all changes to price in a timely manner when necessary.
  • Maintain store floor plan to match AutoCAD produced by corporate.
  • Partner with Category Business Managers on transferring/flooring orphan product.
  • Audit IOWN form and input data.
  • Use an understanding of color coordination, visual balance and interior design to develop attractive and innovative displays to maintain the showroom to the highest standard.
  • Partner with RVPM in all creative elements within the store environment including painting and interior design elements.
  • Ensure floor merchandise condition is being maintained/repaired to showroom quality.
  • Ensure any non-clearance floor merchandise sold from the floor is re-ordered & replaced.
  • Ensure store warehouse is organized according to plan and kept clear of clutter.
  • Oversee and participate (if needed) in cleaning of front entrance, restrooms, and backrooms.
  • Organize and keep clear channels of communication within the organization and with your superiors.
  • Hire, develop and manage Floor Support.
  • Participate in Inventory Audit twice a year.
  • Undertake and complete other work-related responsibilities as assigned by Manager.
  • Monitor consistency and execution of visual presentation directives, signage and merchandising standards.
  • Ongoing reinforcement and communication of visual presentation standards.
  • Participate in monthly design challenge.
  • Satisfactory driving record is required
  • Other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
  • High School/GED.
  • Bachelor's degree in interior design/business preferred.
  • 3 years of experience in retail home furnishings or interior design.
  • Project Management.
  • Communication Proficiency.
  • Ethical Conduct.
  • Time Management.
  • Attendance and Punctuality.


Ashley is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ashley does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran status.

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About the Company

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Dufresne Spencer Group

The Dufresne Spencer Group does business as Ashley Furniture HomeStore and Stash Home. Our corporate headquarters is located in Memphis, TN, and we currently own 34 Ashley Furniture HomeStores, 4 Stash Homes, and 12 Distribution Centers with locations in Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Tennessee, and Texas. With current operations spanning dozens of stores across the nation, the Dufresne Spencer Group looks forward to continued growth in the marketplace.

COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Retail
FOUNDED
2003
WEBSITE
https://www.ashleyfurniturehomestore.com/