Ashley Global Retail · 5 days ago
Director of Visual Merchandising
Ashley Global Retail is America's largest furniture manufacturer and a global retail leader, seeking a Director of Visual Merchandising to lead visual merchandising strategy and execution. This role involves developing and implementing visual standards and training across multiple store locations to enhance customer connections with products.
Responsibilities
Responsible for leading all aspects of Visual Merchandising including strategy identification & implementation
Execution of Visual Merchandising programs, communication and visual training
Creates visual direction, standards and processes for implementation at multiple store units in different markets
Create, manage and implement the company’s visual merchandising strategy, including all visual concepts, projects, standards, signage, and floor and fixture plans
Lead and execute communication of merchandising strategies and initiatives to the field and across departments
Demonstrate a strong ability to accomplish initiatives while working with cross-functional teams
Regularly visit stores to ensure proper implementation of merchandising directive
Responsible for developing overall store design and floor plans for new and remodeled stores
Train and develop direct reports on leadership skills and best practices to ensure task execution
Outstanding organizational, leadership and project management skills
KPI: Store Grades, Dollars per Square Foot to Budget, Labor Budget, Merchandising Supply Budget, Cap Ex Project Budget
Maintain reliable attendance
Actively participate in departmental meetings, training and education. Assist with training other employees and providing backup
Complete other assignments and special projects as requested
Qualification
Required
Some college work in area of relevance, BA or BS preferred
8+ years of experience furniture and/or accessory merchandising
Proven ability to develop direct and indirect reports and manage their performance
Extensive background creating and implementing visual merchandising direction and processes
Superior organizational skills and ability to work long hours
Able to work well in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
Excellent skills in all PC/Office/applications
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Life/Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k)
Paid Holidays
80 hours paid vacation
40 hours of California Paid Sick Leave
Company
Ashley Global Retail
Who We Are: Ashley is the largest furniture store brand in North America—a distinction we’ve held since 2005.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Recent News
Furniture Today
2025-04-15
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