Location
This position is located at 42-43 Market St, Manchester, M11WR, United Kingdom.
Role Summary
Under guidance from the head office creative team, lead the execution of all visual projects in store, delivering an inspiring, dynamic, and entertaining customer store experience. Collaborate with the display coordinator to deliver seasonal layouts and display schemes that set high standards for creative excellence. Partner with peers to support communication and execution of seasonal layouts and display schemes across the district.
What You'll Be Doing
1. Interpret company direction and current fashion trends to deliver creative and exciting visual merchandising solutions that are market-specific and support sales growth.
2. Seek outside inspiration and apply personal talent to develop unique perspectives for display concepts.
3. Lead and collaborate with the store manager, display coordinator, and other creative team members to ensure innovative and timely project execution.
4. Manage the delivery of seasonal display concepts through effective planning, detailed mapping, and timely execution, sharing responsibilities with the display coordinator.
5. Communicate seasonal set-ups through effective photo layouts submitted quarterly, under guidance from the district creative team.
6. Implement all visual merchandising initiatives, window schemes, and styling directions following company guidelines to the highest standards.
7. Share merchandising concepts, initiatives, and trends with store teams via meetings, walkthroughs, and inspiration boards.
8. Inspire team members by sharing ideas and pertinent information from Head Office to foster collaboration.
9. Delegate projects effectively, allowing team members creative freedom to succeed.
10. Coach team members on merchandise placement, standards, promotion execution, markdown placement, and business analysis.
11. Facilitate efficient shipment processing to maximize sales.
12. Maintain organized office spaces, signage storage, and fixture rooms.
13. Uphold mystery shop standards and maintain company-average results.
14. Build community relationships reflecting urban culture.
What You'll Need
* Proven track record of driving sales through excellent visual presentation and strong business acumen.
* An understanding of Urban Outfitters' culture and its appeal to the local market.
* Effective communication skills at all levels and strong organizational abilities.
* Experience in project and time management.
* Willingness to travel and be away from a home store for periods.
* Retail management experience with creative interests or a background in fashion, art, or music.
The Perks
Work-Life Balance:
* 'Life Leave' — one day per year for personal events, in addition to annual leave.
Wellbeing:
* Employee Assistance Program supporting mental, physical, and financial health.
* Discount on external gym memberships.
* Private Medical Insurance for eligible employees.
Employee Discounts:
* Up to 40% discount at all URBN Brands.
Travel:
* Season ticket loan for eligible employees.
* Cycle to work scheme for eligible employees.
Continued Development:
* Structured support for ongoing learning and development within the business.
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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. Employment decisions are based on merit, job requirements, and business needs.
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