Visual Merchandising Manager

Bootlegger is looking for a Visual Merchandising Manager to support our in-store visual presentation for our stores across Canada.  As a Visual Merchandising Manager, you will be responsible for creating the overall merchandising presentation of products for stores, by creating strategic planograms based on assortment plans, new product, and seasonal sets. You will maximize sales opportunities through merchandising and display, and ensure consistency across all Bootlegger locations. What's in it for you Expand your closet with 50% off regular priced product across our brands: Bootlegger, Ricki's and cleoCasual day - everyday! Our fashionably casual dress code allows you to be comfortable at work while showing off our latest looks ·Growth Opportunities - access to unlimited e-learning, professional development reimbursement, ongoing training and development, & career advancement opportunitiesPaid sick and personal days allotted annually, with three (3) weeks of vacation to start Complete benefits package including extended health, dental, vision care, life insurance, disability coverage, mental health and life wellness supports  What you'll be a part ofCreate strategic visual directives and any additional visual directions given corporately through graphic communications including new season visuals, visual refreshes, promotional visual direction etc.Utilizing graphic design skills to develop and prepare visual directive communications; efficiently and confidently used Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to prepare visual directions for our store teamsDeveloping visual standards and guidelines that consider aesthetics as well as store team member, layout, and budget restrictionsAdvising Area Visual Merchandisers and store teams in the execution of corporate visual directives, and troubleshooting store specific challenges as they ariseCollaborating with our store operations team, merchandising team, and other support teams to ensure the timely delivery of visual directives to storesContributes to the financial success of the organization, by supporting long-term initiatives driving the achievement of all KPI's for the stores and companyPhotographing Bootlegger product for use in visual directives to ensure clear understanding for store teamsCommunicating to store teams new or test product, and providing clear directions for in-store placementParticipating in new store, or relocated store, openings; working alongside and guiding store teams in visual merchandising executionOversees the creation and delivery of visual merchandising workshops and training to increase the confidence of area visual merchandisers and store team members in visual presentation Regularly visiting Bootlegger retail stores and competitors to gather insight, feedback, and knowledge for future strategy  The right fit Has at least 3 years' experience in a visual merchandising role in the clothing retail industryHas at least 1 years' leadership/management experienceIs able to provide a portfolio demonstrating hands-on visual merchandising and display planning and executionLoves organizing and coordinating; has excellent time management skills, is proactive, and exhibits a high level of attention to detailIs confident in the use of computers; is familiar with Microsoft Office programs and OutlookHas experience with Graphic Design software; has intermediate user knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and PhotoshopHas basic to intermediate photography skillsIs a great communicator with excellent interpersonal skillsIs able to participate in store visual merchandising execution; is comfortable working on ladders and can lift and carry 50lbsAbility to regularly travel domestically, up to 80% of the timeRelated post-secondary education is an assetAbility to work independently, solve problems, and take initiativeEmbodies Bootlegger's core values; Trust, Teamwork, Passion, Entrepreneurship and Growth Excited to Join Our Team?Submit your resume and portfolio to brittany.magus@bootlegger.ca!About us Since 1971, Bootlegger has been a trusted, Canadian destination for denim. Our mission is to be the best place for jeans in Canada where you will find the perfect fit, quality, and value. With stores coast to coast, an ecommerce business, and millions of jeans later, we continue our devotion to denim innovation in design, fabric, and washes, and provide everything that goes with jeans. At Bootlegger, we have a passionate commitment to creating genuine connections with our customers and our community. Above all, our core purpose is to make people feel great! Our Core Values  TRUST - We have integrity.TEAMWORK - Teamwork makes the dream work.PASSION - We love what we do & do what we love.ENTREPRENEURSHIP - Own it!GROWTH - Progress is the heartbeat of growth! Inclusivity Commitment At Bootlegger we are all about helping people look and feel great. Feeling great doesn't just have to do with what we wear, it's also about feeling welcomed and included. Bootlegger and our team members are committed to ensuring all people feel welcomed in our stores and office and that our differences are appreciated and celebrated.  Bootlegger is an equal opportunity employer. If chosen to participate in the selection process, accommodations are available upon request. We will consult with the applicant to provide or arrange suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicants accessibility needs. The Bootlegger Team sincerely appreciates all expressed interest, however only those candidates qualifying for interviews will be contacted. Apparel & Fashion