Visual Merchandising Specialist

Toronto, ON, Canada

Job Description


Job Type: Full Time
Function: Visual Merchandising
Address: 160 Bloor Street East, 11th Floor, Toronto, ON
Working Model: Hybrid
At Sephora Canada, we\xe2\x80\x99re passionate about finding and sharing beauty in the world. Our constant innovation, our ability to see and lead trends, and our focus on providing an outstanding customer experience make us the most-loved beauty community and top of mind for every Canadian. We find beauty in our communities, in our differences, our experiences, and in the spirit of our employees.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Visual Merchandising Specialist provides support to the Merchandising Team for all cross-world strategic programs (i.e., all programs that include the combined participation of the Makeup, Skincare, Fragrance, and Sephora\xe2\x80\x99s Private Label divisions). These multi-departmental programs include Sephora Animations (\xef\xac\x81xtures curated monthly to highlight the newest, most innovative trends in the market), Minis and More (a point-of-sale destination that features trial sized best-sellers and travel sized beauty product), temporary seasonal assortments featured in \xef\xac\x81xtures at the front of the store (Holiday, Valentine\xe2\x80\x99s Day, Mother\xe2\x80\x99s Day, Summer, etc.) and single-branded Pop-Up shops in the top stores across Canada. This position also serves as a cross-functional representative and liaison for the Merchandising Team, speci\xef\xac\x81cally for these programs working with other teams such as Retail Operations, Marketing Operations, Inventory Management, Marketing, Creative, etc.
WHAT YOU\'LL DO:
Animations

  • Support the Visual Merchandising Manager during Animation Pitch process by preparing decks and attending meetings
  • Maintain and update all Animation Fixture calendars and communicate changes to cross-functional partners in a timely manner while ensuring maximum accuracy
  • Lead ART (animation assortment tool) by publishing summary of \xef\xac\x81xtures to merchant team and tracking that required \xef\xac\x81xtures are \xef\xac\x81lled in
  • Export and communicate Animation fixture assortments and instructions for store execution
  • Work with Store Communications team to communicate Merchandising Updates/Execution to store teams (assortment information, visual merchandising instructions, workload hours, etc.)
Minis & More
  • Own Minis & More fixture quarterly update process
  • Collect all missing SKU numbers, prices, values, and PQs from merchant team for each season
  • Facilitate graphic review process with merchant team, production vendor and proofs graphics
  • Review planograms for each Minis & More update and upload to Sephora Mix
  • Track any late assortment changes, callouts, and upload to weekly callouts Smartsheet
  • Upload Minis & More assortments
  • Make Exclusives lists and send to inventory
  • Submit SKU list for Minis & More bag promo to US team
Visual Merchandising Programs Pop-Up
  • Support Visual Merchandising Manager in updating Pop-Up guidelines monthly
  • Attend and document internal and external meetings
  • Support the creation of store execution guides, communicates installation schedule, and provides post-installation support (i.e.; collecting images to validate execution, troubleshooting, surveys)
  • Conduct quality control visits of Pop-Up stores post-execution
Find Your Fragrance
  • Project Manager for Find Your Fragrance Over the Top stores (OTT \xe2\x80\x93 Top 15)
  • Build brand specific timelines that reflect the milestones for all cross-functional teams
  • Schedule meetings for all program activities with internal and external partners
  • Build the store execution guides, communicates installation schedule, and provides post-installation support (i.e., collecting images to validate execution, troubleshooting, surveys)
Visual Merchandising Standards
  • Update Visual Merchandising Standards Guide on a quarterly basis
  • Regularly conducts store visits, survey and calls to understand gaps in Visual Standards Guide vs actual execution
Merchandising Support
  • Supports Merchandising Team with Visual Merchandising communication to stores
  • Supports SVP with creation of PowerPoint presentation decks and ad-hoc requests

WHAT YOU\'LL BRING:
  • 3 years of retail experience with a focus on Visual Merchandising, preferably in a communications role
  • College degree or diploma required, university degree considered an asset
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
  • Advanced knowledge of PowerPoint, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop is considered an asset
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
  • Thrives in a fast-paced, constantly-evolving and customer service oriented environment
  • Sees opportunities and finds solutions to drive efficiency
  • High level of professionalism at all times; highly detailed oriented
  • Strong collaborator with an outgoing and enthusiastic disposition; a go-getter with can-do attitude

WHY YOU\'LL LOVE WORKING HERE
  • You\xe2\x80\x99ll be part of a unique culture and family of passionate and inspiring individuals.
  • You\xe2\x80\x99ll work alongside the best talent in the industry \xe2\x80\x93 people you\xe2\x80\x99ll be proud to work with.
  • You\xe2\x80\x99ll have access to the global community of luxury group LVMH (Louis Vuitton Mo\xc3\xabt Hennessy) for endless career opportunities.
  • You\'ll have the opportunity to support causes through our Gift of Giving Program (matched donations through Benevity), donations of funds for volunteer time and offering and much more.
  • Benefits you can mix and match, depending on your needs.
  • Employee Assistance Program services for those times you need extra support.
  • Access to our Well-Being@Sephora program to support your mental, financial, physical, and social well-being
  • Holidays, time off, functional Friday hours and flexibility to support work-life balance.
  • And of course, there\xe2\x80\x99s our incredible swag \xe2\x80\x93 free product gifts throughout the year and tons of discounts with our brand partners.

Sephora Canada strongly believes in equal opportunity when it comes to employment and advancement. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can belong, grow, and build a beautiful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, age, and/or any other diversity dimensions. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (visible or otherwise), other protected characteristics or other reasonable circumstances can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People team.
This position requires that the employee be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencing employment and that they agree to obtain any future required boosters or vaccinations as recommended by the government of Canada or the health authorities of the province in which you would be working and in accordance with Sephora Vaccination Policy. If you are not able to obtain a COVID-19 vaccine for a reason related to a protected ground of discrimination under applicable human rights legislation, you can request accommodation from Sephora.

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  • Job Id
    JD2106144
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
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  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Toronto, ON, Canada
  • Education
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