Creative Merchandising Specialist
About The Position:
We are seeking a Creative Merchandising Specialist to bring our brand vision to life through engaging in-store displays, window installations, and customer service. This role is ideal for someone with a keen eye for design, a passion for storytelling through merchandising, and strong retail experience with the confidence to drive sales. The ideal candidate is a confident sales closer with a strong ability to work both independently and collaboratively, backed by proven experience in the creative industry.
Responsibilities
Visual Merchandising and Store Layout:
Work in tandem with manager to design and execute creative product displays that align with Moon+Arrow’s seasonal themes and incoming product.
Ensure the store layout encourages intuitive customer flow and product discovery.
Refresh merchandising regularly to maintain an inspiring atmosphere and optimize sales.
Curate seasonal gift wrapping and consider the whole customer journey from shopping, product, to purchase.
Storytelling & Brand Representation:
Highlight artisan brands, handmade products, and sustainable goods through thoughtful signage and product pairings.
Craft compelling narratives for in-store displays that enhance customer engagement.
Educate customers on brand story and key details/facts.
Ability to adapt to Moon+Arrow’s aesthetic, with a deep understanding of M+A’s brand voice, vision, and mission
Sales & Customer Engagement:
Deliver an exceptional in-store experience through engaging, personalized customer service.
Build relationships with customers, share product stories, and confidently guide them to purchases.
Meet and exceed sales goals by identifying opportunities to upsell and cross-sell.
Stay knowledgeable about all products, artisans, and sustainability practices to educate and inspire shoppers.
Operational & Maintenance Tasks:
Responsible for tidying back stock and inventory areas while using creative organizational solutions.
Keep sales floor areas tidy, well-stocked, and visually appealing.
Work closely with the whole team to ensure inventory is being displayed and restocked consistently and effectively.
Design window displays seasonally to attract foot traffic.
Qualifications:
Visual arts expertise whether that is through formal education a BFA in visual arts or equivalent experience in retail merchandising, installation art, etc.
Strong sense of design, color, and composition
Retail experience with a proven sales record, specialty store experience preferred
A passion for sustainability, handmade goods, and independent makers
Comfortable lifting at least 40 pounds regularly
Perks!
40% Employee discount
Opportunities to collaborate with artists, makers, and the creative community
A dynamic, supportive work environment where creativity and sales skills are equally valued
Flexible scheduling
About Moon + Arrow:
Moon+Arrow is a thoughtfully curated boutique dedicated to sustainability, handmade craftsmanship, and community connection.
Position type: Part-time, On-site
Pay: Based on experience
Application: Email your resume or cv to emily@moonandarrow.com
Posted: 3/11/24
