Location
This position is located at 16 College Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 3DS United Kingdom
Role Summary
Using directives from the Head Office Creative team and Store Manager, 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 Display Coordinators and store team, deliver seasonal layouts, VM initiatives 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, VM direction and display schemes across the district.
What You'll Be Doing
* With guidance from the Store Manager, interpret company direction and current fashion trends to deliver creative and exciting VM solutions, which are market specific and support in 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 Coordinators and other creative coordinators resulting in innovative and timely project execution.
* Proactively manage, with direction from Store Manager (having shared responsibility with the Display team), the delivery of seasonal display and merchandising concepts through effective time management and planning, detailed bubble mapping, clean execution and timely completion.
* With guidance from Head Office, district creative and in partnership with the Display Coordinators, communicate seasonal set-ups through effective photo layouts.
* Following company guidelines, implement all VM initiatives, window schemes and styling direction to the highest possible standard.
* 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 at the same time allowing others the creativity to succeed by making their own 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 in order to maximise sales.
* Maintain an organised office, signage storage area and fixture room.
* Build community relationships that directly reflect the Anthropologie culture.
What You'll Need
* Proven track record of driving sales through excellent visual presentations and strong business acumen.
* An understanding of the Anthropologie culture and its appeal to the local market.
* Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and possess strong organisational skills.
* Project and time management experience.
* A willingness to travel and be away from a home store for periods of time to support on new store openings and projects.
* Retail management experience with creative interests or a background in fashion, art and music.
* A completed professional portfolio should be submitted if applicable
The Perks
Work Life Balance:
* ‘Life Leave’ - one day a year to take time off for those big events in life, in addition to your annual leave entitlement
Wellbeing:
* Employee Assistance program to support with 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:
* We offer structured support within the business alongside continued learning and development
#AnthroEU
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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr