YETI Coolers:
Retail Visual Merchandising Specialist Job in Austin, VT

RETAIL VISUAL MERCHANDISING SPECIALIST
 
AUSTIN, TX
At YETI, we believe that time spent outdoors matters more than ever and our gear can make that time extraordinary. When you work here, you’ll have the opportunity to create exceptional, meaningful work and problem solve with innovative team members by your side. Together, you’ll help our customers get the high-quality gear they need to make the most of their adventures. We are built for the wild.
 
The Retail Visual Merchandising Specialist will be working directly with the Retail Marketing Manager to build and execute a comprehensive product merchandising strategy and for YETI that will serve as the global direction for the brand. The role supports the overall look and feel of YETI, driving the customer experience and implementing brand relevant reset activities. S/he will collaborate with Product, Marketing, Design, Operations, Digital, Sales and Account teams to bring merchandising to life in our stores that elevate the Consumer Experience and drive revenue. S/he will create and implement planograms that support sales, profitability and accuracy in product range to space allocation, and continually innovate to support the needs and growth of the business. S/he will partner with account marketing team to incorporate channel considerations and customer feedback into merchandising strategy. S/he will manage merchandising resets in YETI direct stores and conduct regular store visits.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES
Drive visual merchandising strategy to help promote sales and brand identity in our brick at YETI direct and wholesale channels
Oversee the directive creation process as it relates to merchandising, styling, and window displays
Collaborate with Marketing, Creative, Product, and Account teams to produce seasonal roll outs that deliver on brand initiatives
Work with store teams and Sales on training for all visual standards and processes
Manage and develop a team of visual professionals to help drive the monthly cadence of Visual Merchandising activities successfully into the field
Execute displays at key retail locations
Work hand in hand with Retail Operations teams to assure efficient and successful store openings
Provide insightful monthly photo review feedback for the field teams
Support in off-site activities such as road shows, trade shows and pop up’s
30% or more Travel, with high seasonal variation
 
Qualifications and attributes
Have 4 to 6 years of visual merchandising experience with multi-door and omni-channel brands
Demonstrate strong leadership skills that pertain to producing creative display and communications within a corporate work environment
Possess excellent presentation and communication skills in order to effectively relay strategies
Have strong comprehension of display production, visual merchandising standards and monthly floor set processes
Experience with short term and long-term training in relation to visual merchandising responsibilities across the field as well as aligning training internally
Consider yourself to be flexible and quick thinking, and are able to work within a fast-paced work environment
Are able to travel, as needed, for new store openings
Intermediate to advance proficiency level in the following areas: Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, Planogram software
 
YETI is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer