Urban Outfitters Visual Coordinator – Metrocentre, Gateshead
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Location
Upper Red Mill, 19 Red Path Way, Newcastle, NE119HX United Kingdom
Role Summary
Under guidance from the head office creative team, lead the execution of all visual projects in store, delivering a customer store experience that is inspiring, dynamic and entertaining for our customers. In partnership with the display coordinator, deliver seasonal layouts and display schemes that set the highest possible standard for creative excellence. Partner with peers to support in the communication and execution of seasonal layouts and display schemes across the district.
What You'll Be Doing
* Interpret company direction and current fashion trends to deliver creative and exciting visual solutions, which are market specific and support sales generation.
* Actively seek outside inspiration and apply personal talent to develop and contribute unique perspectives to the overall display concepts.
* Consistently lead and collaborate with the store manager, display coordinator and other creative coordinators to achieve innovative and timely project execution.
* Proactively manage, with the display coordinator, the delivery of seasonal display concepts through effective time management and planning, detailed mapping, clean execution and timely completion.
* Communicate seasonal set‑ups through effective photo layouts submitted every quarter, in partnership with the district creative team.
* Implement all visual merchandising initiatives, window schemes and styling direction to the highest possible standard, following company guidelines.
* Communicate company merchandising concepts, initiatives and trends to the store teams through meetings, weekly walkthroughs and inspiration boards.
* Inspire others to work toward a common, collaborative goal by sharing inspiration, new ideas and pertinent information from Head Office.
* Effectively delegate projects while allowing others the creativity to succeed by enabling independent decisions.
* Coach team members on merchandise placement, merchandising standards, execution of promotion and markdown placement and business analysis.
* Facilitate an efficient shipment processing system in which merchandise is placed promptly to maximise sales.
* Maintain an organised office, signage storage area and fixture room.
* Uphold the company’s mystery shop standards and maintain company‑average results.
* Build community relationships that directly reflect the urban culture.
What You'll Need
* Proven track record of driving sales through excellent visual presentations and strong business acumen.
* Understanding of the Urban Outfitters culture and its appeal to the local market.
* Effective communication at all levels and strong organisational skills.
* Project and time management experience.
* Willingness to travel and be away from a home store for periods of time.
* Retail management experience with creative interests or a background in fashion, art and music.
The Perks
Work Life Balance
* ‘Life Leave’ – one day a year to take time off for big life events, in addition to your annual leave entitlement.
Wellbeing
* Employee Assistance programme to support mental, physical and financial health.
* Discount off external gym memberships.
* Private Medical Insurance for eligible employees.
Employee Discounts
* Up to 40% employee discount at all URBN Brands.
Travel
* Season ticket loan for eligible employees.
* Cycle to work scheme for eligible employees.
Continued Development
* Structured support within the business alongside continued learning and development.
Equal Opportunity Statement
URBN is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, marital status, religion, race, or disability. We base all our employment decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
Retail, Retail Apparel and Fashion, and Consumer Services
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