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This position is located at 2950 Towne Centre Blvd, Lansing, Michigan, 48912 United States Role Summary:

• Acts as a brand representative reflective of the company values; partners with the Display Artist and Department Managers on the creation of an engaging visual experience that appeals to the UO customer
• Delivers exceptional customer experiences that are engaging and personalized, yet efficient
• Takes a forward-thinking approach to the customer experience, in-store creative marketing, merchandising, activations, and supporting store teams to drive sales and create a compelling store environment

• Supports the recruiting, hiring, mentoring, and training of department and display candidates to drive bench and succession planning; maintains responsibility and ownership of own development and professional growth
• Sets clear objectives and expectations by coaching team members on store processes, business analysis, merchandise placement and standards, visual display
• Inspires team through shared fate, creativity, and empowerment; tailors motivation to the individual and leveraging the strengths of the team

• Manages visual direction of display and merchandising process from planning through execution to meet company expectations, budgets, and timeline
• Assesses store business using company reporting tools to identify department and global opportunities for the store; takes smart visual risks with measurable results to maximize sales and impact customer experience
• Drives an effective shipment and omni process to prioritize getting product to the customer; takes a forward-thinking approach to make a strategic plan for execution and recovery of sell through and markdowns
• Takes an active role in daily operating processes through payroll management and adapting the zone and visual support to the needs of the business
• Adheres to store’s safety standards, inventory accuracy, reduction of product loss, and upholds all company policy and procedures to support the profitability of the store

• Facilitates the sharing of product knowledge, current trends, visual priorities and brand messaging through daily meetings with the team and customer
• Checks in with Store Manager, Assistant Manager, and Display Artist to maintain communication and teamwork on completing store objectives; encourage and demonstrate adaptability to affect change and successfully execute a shared vision
• Stays current and responds to interoffice communication while ensuring important Company information reaches all levels of the team; provides global product and visual feedback to Store Manager and District Manager

• Passion for UO brand
• 3+ years store visual merchandising and leadership experience
• Strong merchant skills and a history of delivering financial results
• Experience with floor planning
• Proven record of developing great talent
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the store including nights, weekends, and holidays