Visual Merchandising Assistant Store Manager

Location: Columbus, Ohio, United States

Department: Physical Retail In-Store

Team: Physical Retail

About the Role

As a Visual Merchandising Assistant Store Manager at Wayfair's physical retail store in Columbus, Ohio, you will report to the Visual Merchandising Manager and lead efforts to bring the Wayfair brand to life through exceptional in-store experiences. This role emphasizes warehouse and logistics specifics by overseeing product presentation tied to supply chain efficiency, optimizing inventory flow from warehouse to floor displays, and ensuring seamless operations that support high-volume retail logistics. Blending creativity with analytical insights, you'll use business data to craft compelling displays that drive sales and enhance customer engagement in a fast-paced environment. Key to success is coaching Visual Specialists and Sales Associates to execute merchandising initiatives that align with Wayfair's logistics-driven model, including timely replenishment, stock optimization, and visual storytelling that reflects efficient product distribution. You'll inspire your team to deliver innovative solutions for store operations, focusing on logistics challenges like space utilization and inventory turnover to create immersive shopping experiences. Ideal for those thriving in dynamic retail settings, this position offers a pivotal role in shaping Wayfair's physical retail presence, with a strong emphasis on operational excellence in merchandising, team leadership, and logistics integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee visual presentation and merchandising strategies in the store
• Drive sales through optimized product displays and inventory layouts
• Coach and lead Visual Specialists and Sales Associates
• Leverage business data and analytics for merchandising initiatives
• Execute innovative visual storytelling to enhance customer engagement
• Ensure seamless store operations and inventory handling
• Optimize in-store logistics for efficient product flow and replenishment
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate with warehouse logistics for restocking

Required Qualifications

• Experience in visual merchandising or retail operations
• Leadership experience managing teams in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to analyze business data for merchandising decisions
• Strong understanding of inventory management and stock presentation
• Retail store operations knowledge
• Customer service and engagement expertise
• Availability for dynamic, fast-paced work schedules

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in physical retail or e-commerce retail hybrid roles
• Background in logistics-driven merchandising
• Familiarity with Wayfair's supply chain and product flow

Required Skills

• Visual merchandising expertise
• Team leadership and coaching
• Data analysis for business insights
• Customer engagement strategies
• Inventory management
• Retail operations optimization
• Creative display design
• Sales driving through merchandising
• Fast-paced decision making
• Logistics coordination for store replenishment
• Analytical thinking
• Communication and inspiration skills
• Problem-solving in dynamic settings

Benefits

• Competitive pay structure for retail leadership roles
• Opportunities for career growth within Wayfair's retail network
• Team leadership and development training
• Dynamic work environment with creative merchandising focus
• Employee discounts on Wayfair products
• Health and wellness benefits package
• Flexible scheduling in fast-paced operations

Wayfair is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.