Associate Manager, Visual Merchandising

About us

KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America - Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lane Bryant, and Talbots. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful.

Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.

About the role

The Associate Manager, Visual Merchandising, plays a vital role within the team. They will report to the Manager of Visual Merchandising and, together, innovatively collaborate cross-functionally to deliver a modernized customer-focused LOFT experience. The Associate Manager will own the creation and distribution of all Visual Merchandising Guidelines while supporting and managing the LOFT studio.

The impact you can have

• Manage the creation of the Monthly Visual Merchandising Guidelines and support the monthly store sets in the LOFT Studio

• Collaborate with Merchandising and Planning teams on VM strategies to enhance brand image and drive business.

• Collect and organize all necessary documents and information for VM guidelines and communication.

• Liaise with Visual Marketing on campaign initiatives and promotional activity ensuring synergy within store presentation.

• Catalog and maintain photo files and a database of Visual Merchandising presentations.

• Maintain an organized department server with archived VM Guidelines and supportive documents.

• Assist in preparing and participating in Visual Training Workshops.

• Attend new store openings and store visits when appropriate.

• Support with Showrooms and Special Projects (Conferences, PR Events, etc.)

You'll bring to the role

• 3+ years' experience in field or corporate retail environment.

• Passion for visual merchandising and fashion.

• Ability to take direction, multi-task, and manage shifting priorities.

• Ability to react quickly with a strong sense of urgency.

• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.

• Proactive in anticipating and planning projects.

• Strong professional with analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.

Benefits at KnitWell Group

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand's discount policies.

• Support for your individual development plus career mobility within our family of brands

• A culture of giving back - local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities*

• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K) retirement*

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Time off - paid time off & holidays*

• The target salary range for this role is: $65,000 - 70,000*

• Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.

This position works in a mostly onsite model, with 4-5 days per week worked in our NYC office.

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Location:

Times Square Tower-ANN-New York, NY 10036

Position Type:

Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified people at all levels. It is our policy in all personnel actions to ensure that all associates and potential associates are evaluated on the basis of qualifications and ability without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. We do not discriminate in any of our employment policies and practices. All associates are expected to follow these principles in all relationships with other associates, applicants, or others with whom we do business.