Senior Manager, Retail & Visual Merchandising, Waterford - Fiskars Brands : Job Details

At Fiskars Group we are unified and driven by our common purpose: pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary. Join our team and seize the extraordinary opportunity to influence the everyday!

WATERFORD, a part of FISKARS GROUP

SENIOR MANAGER, RETAIL & VISUAL MERCHANDISING

OUR ROLE

Are you passionate about creating exceptional retail experiences and driving commercial growth? Waterford, the global leader in luxury crystal, is seeking a Sr. Manager, Retail and Visual Merchandising to bring our brand to life across both owned stores and third-party retailers. Reporting to our Creative Director, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop innovative retail concepts that enhance consumer engagement and align with our brand vision.

Leading Waterford's retail design team, you will play a pivotal role in crafting in-store experiences that reflect the essence of Waterford and drive customer conversion across all channels. With a focus on balancing creativity and commercial goals, you will make a lasting impact on our global operations, ensuring consistency and excellence across markets.

Based in New York City, this role is hybrid, which at Fiskars Group is a mix of in-office & WFH.

WHAT YOU'LL DO AT WATERFORD

You will lead the development of wholesale and retail concepts and visual merchandising strategies that align with Waterford's brand and commercial goals. You'll drive consumer engagement by creating immersive in-store experiences that enhance customer interaction and conversion. Your leadership will ensure that our visual standards are consistently applied across all regions, ensuring commercial success through cohesive and compelling presentations.

• Lead the development and execution of global retail concepts for owned and third-party stores, ensuring they align with Waterford's creative vision and brand identity

• Develop and maintain visual merchandising guidelines to ensure consistency across all regions, ensuring cohesive customer experiences worldwide

• Guide markets on retail design implementation to ensure visual merchandising strategies are executed effectively and are aligned with commercial objectives

• Oversee the strategic roadmap for new store openings, ensuring timely execution and alignment with Waterford's Ideal Consumer Profile (ICP)

• Create compelling visual displays for product launches, seasonal campaigns, and window installations, maintaining high standards of brand presentation

• Collaborate cross-functionally with commercial and marketing teams to create data-driven, conversion-focused campaigns that optimize in-store performance

• Lead training and development initiatives to equip store teams with the knowledge and skills to implement visual merchandising strategies that drive growth and customer engagement

WHO YOU ARE

You are a creative leader with deep experience in luxury retail and visual merchandising. Your ability to develop innovative retail environments and align them with commercial objectives sets you apart. You are driven by a passion for enhancing customer experiences and excel in leading teams to achieve strategic goals in fast-paced, global markets.

• At least 8 years of experience in retail creative management, with a focus on visual merchandising and in-store campaign execution

• Strong expertise in retail design for luxury, home interiors, or lifestyle consumer goods

• Demonstrated ability to drive commercial growth through innovative merchandising strategies

• Proven leadership skills, with a strong record of cross-functional collaboration

• Strategic mindset with deep knowledge of retail operations and business alignment

• Exceptional creativity in developing and implementing visual merchandising concepts

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead teams and deliver results

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Retail Management, or a related field

START YOUR JOURNEY AT FISKARS GROUP

We review applications on a continuous basis. We are committed to protecting your personal data, so we only accept applications through our career website.

Salary Range: $150,000-$175,000 Annually

Last day of application:

2024-11-15

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At Fiskars, we value providing benefits that matter to you and cater to our diverse global workforce, no matter where you are in the world. While benefits may vary based on location, here are some of the incredible offerings you can expect when joining our team:

Competitive Compensation: We ensure that our employees are fairly compensated based on industry standards and local market factors.

Health and Wellness: Your well-being matters to us, no matter where you are. We offer various health and well-being focused programs and coverage, adapted to the requirements of each region.

Work-Life Balance: We understand the need for balance in your life. Our paid time off plans and flexible work arrangements and policies are designed to accommodate local customs and personal commitments, enabling you to thrive in both your professional and personal life.

Professional Development: We believe in nurturing talent and supporting professional growth. Through training programs, skill development initiatives and learning resources, we empower our employees to reach their full potential.

Inclusive and Diverse Environment: We value diversity and promote inclusivity. Join a workplace where your unique background and perspectives are celebrated, fostering collaboration and respect across all our markets.

Recognition and Rewards: We believe in celebrating and recognizing the contributions of our employees worldwide. Our recognition programs are designed to acknowledge exceptional performance and achievements, ensuring that your efforts are celebrated and valued.

Vested Interest: Through our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP), you have the opportunity to invest in Fiskars Group and become a proud co-owner, sharing in the success and growth of the company.

Employee Discounts: We want to ensure our team members make each day the extraordinary with use of our products and offer product discounts across our brands.

Please note that specific benefits may vary based on local regulations, market conditions, and other factors. We are committed to providing competitive and meaningful benefits to our employees in every market we operate.

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Fiskars Group (FSKRS, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the global home of design-driven brands for indoor and outdoor living. Our brands include Fiskars, Georg Jensen, Gerber, Iittala, Moomin Arabia, Royal Copenhagen, Waterford, and Wedgwood. Our brands are present in more than 100 countries, and we have close to 450 own stores. We have approximately 7,000 employees and our global net sales in 2023 were EUR 1.1 billion.

We are driven by our common purpose: Pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary. In 2024, we are celebrating our 375th anniversary. Since 1649, we have designed products of timeless, purposeful, and functional beauty, while driving innovation and sustainable growth. Read more: fiskarsgroup.com