Job Description

As Area Visual Merchandiser you will play a vital role securing the best possible experience for our customers by providing them with an inspiring and comfortable visit to our stores. In this role, you are responsible for planning all major visual activities within the area as well as guiding a team of store visuals merchandisers with regards to both window and in-store VM.

• Formulate VM Action Plans to support area sales targets
• Oversee the execution of VM instore projects, initiatives, and provide feedback to cross-functional partners.
• Empower stores team to adapt or substitute products in a brand appropriate manner to ensure visual merchandising supports the area needs.
• Act as a mentor and coach for in-store visual team, hiring new colleagues and developing existing colleagues.
• Work with selling reports, budgets, and other available tools to make sound visual merchandising decisions based on data and key performance indicators
• Conduct regular joint visits with the Area Manager to identify key VM / Product opportunities in store.
• Maintain communication and check in on VM standards throughout the year through in-person store visits and remote visits via teams and photo feedback.
• Support stores with sales floor mapping for the implementation of new VM guidelines.
• Conduct regular competition shops and keep up to date with visual merchandising industry standards
• Oversee, support, and execute openings and rebuilds to deliver highest COS VM standards

Qualifications

Alignment to our company values is the most important characteristic we look for in all new joiners. Our values are the behaviours that we appreciate above and beyond anything else. We are open-minded and curious , we dare to be different , we believe in constant improvement and we empower and trust you to take ownership. Our values are part of who we are, what we stand for and how we act.

For Area Visual candidates we are also looking for someone who has

• Excellent knowledge of store operational and visual merchandising standards
• A proven track record of implementing visual merchandising plans and guidelines and delivering on Key Performance Indicators
• Skilled in giving constructive feedback and encouraging your team to try new things
• Up to date with fashion/retail trends and is knowledgeable about products, services etc.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to present information in a simple way and adapt communication to suit the audience
• Who can prioritize efficiently and make careful, resourceful choices
• Is respectful and non-judgmental
• Can express own opinions even when they differ from the majority, however accepts and contributes to agreed outcomes
• Seek feedback and learning opportunities to grow and develop both yourself and the business

Other requirements

• Ability to lift in excess of 20 pounds​
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, bend, stretch, engage in repetitive motions, push, pull and carry items (mannequins, clothing, totes, torsos, etc.) for a short distance​
• Ability to climb a ladder and use a step stool​
• Ability to work flexible hours and extended hours at times​
• Around 50 % travel required as necessary
• Spanish language skills is an advantage but not required

Additional Information

COS, alongside Arket, Monki, Weekday, Afound, & Other Stories and H&M, is one of several unique brands that make up the H&M group. The H&M Group employs over 170,000 people in 74 markets across the globe, and we are the 2nd largest fashion company in the world. Since launching COS in 2007, we have opened more than 200 stores worldwide.

At COS we love welcoming new people and work hard to provide an environment where everyone feels appreciated and valued. We celebrate individual differences and recognise the contribution that all our colleagues make, regardless of their background.

When you first join COS, you will have a full introduction, excellent training, and a team that will support you during your first days, weeks, and months. In addition to this you will also receive lots of fantastic benefits including.

• 25% Staff Discount
• Annual clothing allowance up to $1240 per annum
• Medical, Pharmacy Vision and Dental Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation, Wellness, Holiday, and Parental Pay
• 401K
• Commuter Benefits, Health, and Dependent Care FSA.
• Plus, additional Voluntary Benefits.

Ready to apply? Click on the I’M INTERESTED link where you can upload your CV securely. Once we have received your application, we will keep you updated regularly about the status of your application so please look out for our email.

Salary Range: $87,000 $98,000

We are looking forward to hearing from you!