Director, Retail Visual Merchandising NA (Hybrid)
Foot Locker · New York City · $125,000–$150,000 (stated in the posting)
OverviewGreat brands reflect culture. The best ones help shape it. At Foot Locker, we’re rooted in sport, powered by style, and driven by the communities that move both. From Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker to Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos, our brands sit at the intersection of sport, style, and self-expression.
As part of the DICK’S Sporting Goods family, you’re backed by the resources, reach, and career opportunities of a world-class sports company. That unleashes Foot Locker to keep pushing forward with the agility and edge that define the brand. We’re looking for great people who want to influence culture and the generation that is shaping what’s next.
Whether you’re building strategy, shaping innovations, or creating unforgettable customer moments, you’ll contribute to decisions and experiences that define our brands’ impact in the communities we serve.
Come change the game with us. Apply today!
This hybrid position will be located at our Foot Locker Office in New York, NY.
Expectations for hybrid in-office schedule is three days a week, typically Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Foot Locker is hiring a Director, Retail Visual Merchandising North America to join our team! The Retail Visual Merchandising Director is responsible for translating the NA visual merchandising strategy and delivering an impactful merchandising plan that scales across different store and concept types to attract, inspire, and engage our consumers.
Foot Locker Corporate Office
2 Pennsylvania Plaza
New York, NY 10121
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. At this time, Foot Locker will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, or another type of work authorization).
Responsibilities
Core VM Gameplan
Winning Looks Like: Elevated merch plans that are clear, concise, and easily executable by field teams.
- Translates and operationalizes the Brand vision and in-store strategy across different store types and concepts.
- Partners closely with stakeholders to develop VM briefs designed to amplify key commercial seasons and product moments.
- Oversee development and delivery of VM directives and communication in accordance with the marketing cadence, product deliveries, and relevant merchandise standards/fixtures/flow.
- Lead planning and delivery of VM communication and directives in accordance with the marketing cadence, product deliveries, and relevant merchandise standards/fixtures/flow.
- Support stakeholders to deliver Capital Plan activity (incl. store openings, closings, and remodels) and other brand events/projects (e.g., All Star Weekend and local marketing programs).
- Inform and influence fixture and signage requirements, which amplify storytelling, drive sell-through, and contribute to the overall look and feel of our stores.
Bespoke Merchandising & Storytelling
Winning Looks Like: Custom merch plans that are clear, concise, and easily executable by store team members.
- Works cross-functionally to lead development of vendor-supported campaigns which integrate seamlessly and elevate the core in-store experience.
- Partners closely with stakeholders to oversee development of creative merchandising solutions (described in VM briefs) which drive energy and liquidation.
- Oversee development and delivery of VM communication and directives in accordance with the marketing cadence, product deliveries, and relevant merchandise standards/fixtures/flow.
- Lead planning and delivery of VM communication and directives in accordance with the marketing cadence, product deliveries, and relevant merchandise standards/fixtures/flow.
VM Innovation & Standards
Winning Looks Like: Continuous improvement of merchandising principles and capabilities.
- Develop and scale distinct merchandising principles that drive productivity and create best-in-class VM experiences across all store types and concepts.
- Proactively distills and shares feedback on SKU-level, inventory, graphic, and fixture opportunities into action.
- Identifies best-practices and industry trends to drive continuous improvement and market-leading positioning.
- Leverages data to move the discipline forward.
Collaboration, Process and Workflow
Winning Looks Like: Systematic and transparent delivery of several cross-functional projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Oversee in-store print and/or digital and fixture requirements for in-store campaigns and initiatives, including distributions lists, specifications and/or dimensions, order quantities, budget forecasting etc.
- Develop and drive cross-functional processes that create efficiency and end-to-end alignment.
- Ensure seamless and timely flow of VM directions and information across the organization.
- Cultivates high-level of engagement across commercial and field organizations.
Qualifications
- Please provide a link to a personal page/portfolio either on your resume or application
- Relevant Bachelor’s degree
- 7+ years of related experience
- Demonstrated experience with design tools including Keynote, Sketchup, and Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Adobe Acrobat etc.,) required
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office 365 suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams)
- Deep understanding of visual merchandising and customer experience
- Availability to travel a minimum of 25% time per month
- Ability to lift 30-40lbs
- Familiarity using Apple Mac PC is desirable
- Design experience and/or knowledge of print production is helpful
- Basic understanding of photography is helpful
At Foot Locker, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity in all that we do. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools, including ChatGPT, during interviews and assessments. To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please review the following guidelines:
- Cameras must be on for all virtual interviews.
- AI tools are strictly prohibited during interviews or assessments.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to create a transparent and equitable hiring experience.
Benefits
The annual base salary range is $125000 - 150000. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. This role is also eligible to receive short term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below.
Foot Locker Benefits:
- Employee Discount
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Paternal Leave
- Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage
- 401(k) | Roth 401(k)
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Opportunities for Advancement
- Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
- Strong Company Culture
- Employee Resource Groups
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Core VM Gameplan
Winning Looks Like: Elevated merch plans that are clear, concise, and easily executable by field teams.
- Translates and operationalizes the Brand vision and in-store strategy across different store types and concepts.
- Partners closely with stakeholders to develop VM briefs designed to amplify key commercial seasons and product moments.
- Oversee development and delivery of VM directives and communication in accordance with the marketing cadence, product deliveries, and relevant merchandise standards/fixtures/flow.
- Lead planning and delivery of VM communication and directives in accordance with the marketing cadence, product deliveries, and relevant merchandise standards/fixtures/flow.
- Support stakeholders to deliver Capital Plan activity (incl. store openings, closings, and remodels) and other brand events/projects (e.g., All Star Weekend and local marketing programs).
- Inform and influence fixture and signage requirements, which amplify storytelling, drive sell-through, and contribute to the overall look and feel of our stores.
Bespoke Merchandising & Storytelling
Winning Looks Like: Custom merch plans that are clear, concise, and easily executable by store team members.
- Works cross-functionally to lead development of vendor-supported campaigns which integrate seamlessly and elevate the core in-store experience.
- Partners closely with stakeholders to oversee development of creative merchandising solutions (described in VM briefs) which drive energy and liquidation.
- Oversee development and delivery of VM communication and directives in accordance with the marketing cadence, product deliveries, and relevant merchandise standards/fixtures/flow.
- Lead planning and delivery of VM communication and directives in accordance with the marketing cadence, product deliveries, and relevant merchandise standards/fixtures/flow.
VM Innovation & Standards
Winning Looks Like: Continuous improvement of merchandising principles and capabilities.
- Develop and scale distinct merchandising principles that drive productivity and create best-in-class VM experiences across all store types and concepts.
- Proactively distills and shares feedback on SKU-level, inventory, graphic, and fixture opportunities into action.
- Identifies best-practices and industry trends to drive continuous improvement and market-leading positioning.
- Leverages data to move the discipline forward.
Collaboration, Process and Workflow
Winning Looks Like: Systematic and transparent delivery of several cross-functional projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Oversee in-store print and/or digital and fixture requirements for in-store campaigns and initiatives, including distributions lists, specifications and/or dimensions, order quantities, budget forecasting etc.
- Develop and drive cross-functional processes that create efficiency and end-to-end alignment.
- Ensure seamless and timely flow of VM directions and information across the organization.
- Cultivates high-level of engagement across commercial and field organizations.
- Please provide a link to a personal page/portfolio either on your resume or application
- Relevant Bachelor’s degree
- 7+ years of related experience
- Demonstrated experience with design tools including Keynote, Sketchup, and Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Adobe Acrobat etc.,) required
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office 365 suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams)
- Deep understanding of visual merchandising and customer experience
- Availability to travel a minimum of 25% time per month
- Ability to lift 30-40lbs
- Familiarity using Apple Mac PC is desirable
- Design experience and/or knowledge of print production is helpful
- Basic understanding of photography is helpful
At Foot Locker, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity in all that we do. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools, including ChatGPT, during interviews and assessments. To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please review the following guidelines:
- Cameras must be on for all virtual interviews.
- AI tools are strictly prohibited during interviews or assessments.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to create a transparent and equitable hiring experience.