Visual Merchandising is a new capability for Walmart. Our role is to create breakthrough product presentation strategies that balance inspiration with ease in execution, spark discovery and drive conversion across all categories. The Coordinator Visual Merchandising will play a key role in supporting the development of End-to-End Visual process, collaborate with key cross functional partners, and will assist in creating scalable presentations that elevate the in-store experience. They are passionate about visual merchandising, champions of execution excellence, stewards of holistic experiences and ambassadors of an inclusive culture.
Ideal candidates will be able to work through ambiguity, foster connectivity with the cross-functional teams (Merchandising, Product Design, Space Planning, Merch Operations, Marketing, Retail Marketing, Store Operations, etc.), educate and promote visual merchandising as an essential function and be ready to roll-up their sleeves.
About Walmart Marketing
Named Ad Age's Marketer of the Year in 2022, you'll join an internationally recognized team of thinkers, creators, and problem solvers passionate about helping people save money and live better.
Walmart Marketing is a dynamic, multidimensional organization dedicated to redefining how the world shops through impactful creative and fast-paced innovation - all grounded in customer insights and brand strategy. We live out our company values each day while striving to exceed customer expectations and drive growth for the company.
We orchestrate marketing campaigns and experiences that reach millions of daily shoppers. Our work spans the digital and physical spaces and combines the work of numerous internal teams and external advertising and media agencies. Our teams work together to show our customers how they can save money and live better. If you are motivated by complex challenges and want to build the future of commerce and consumer services, a Marketing role at Walmart could be what you've been looking for.
Our Marketing team has flexibility on location, for most of our openings, you can live within driving distance to one of our hubs: Bentonville, AR or Hoboken, NJ. We're moving toward 3 days in the office per week, with flexibility.
You will make an impact by:
Partnering with team as they introduce the organization to the Visual Merchandising capability, both at Home Office and Field; evangelizing Visual Merchandising as an essential function within Walmart's operating model
Working with buyers, design and product development teams to produce clear collection groups based on store count and architecture
Partnering with Managers to create presentations that demonstrate the overall brand strategy in alignment with partners
Creating support documentations to bring the strategy/initiative to life prior to internal milestones
Supporting and assisting in the handoff of visual merchandising presentations and brand strategies to visual communication partners
Assisting with the creation of visual guides and provides content for visual merchandising playbooks on optimal product presentation for field support teams; ensures alignment with the Walmart brand proposition.
Leveraging data, customer and competitive insights and trend to inform the end-to-end presentation strategies
Confirming and implementing visual floor plans in collaboration with space planning and MOD team
Organizing visual assets and store information that is clear and understandable for cross-functional partners
Supporting development of Visual Merchandising Operating Model / Ways of Working
Managing visual merchandising key milestone calendar in partnership with cross-functional teams and project management team
Monitoring execution progress and ensuring deliverable quality and clarity of message (e.g., coordinating meetings, developing store lists, capturing key data) for large or complex projects
Collaborating with other Marketing groups (e.g., Creative and Design, Customer Experience) and stakeholders outside of Marketing (e.g., Store Planning, Real Estate, Merchandising, Central Operations, external vendors, agency partners) to coordinate implementation tactics for large or complex projects
Ensuring business needs are being met by evaluating the ongoing effectiveness of current plans, programs, and initiatives; consulting with business partners, managers, co-workers, or other key stakeholders; soliciting, evaluating, and applying suggestions for improving efficiency and cost- effectiveness
You'll sweep us off our feet if:
You can lift up to 50lbs
You can observe associate, customer, or supplier behavior
You can enter and locate information on computer
You can present information to small or large groups and individuals
You can communicate effectively in person or by using telecommunications equipment
You can creates documents, reports, etc., using a writing instrument (such as a pencil or pen) or computer. Visually verifies information, often in small print.
Minimum Qualifications
2-5 years of Visual Merchandising Experience, including 1+ years of corporate/home office experience
Strong communication, organizational and time management skills
Ability to work through ambiguity in a fast-paced environment and support multiple complex projects at once
Adaptability to organizational changes, fast paced environments and complex structures
Aptitude for building strong partnerships, presenting to and influencing across capabilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Sketchup and Adobe Creative Suite
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and influence leadership
Innovative thinker that is grounded in market knowledge and customer insights
Travel domestically to and from multiple facilities or work-sites requiring consecutive overnight stays.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Visual Merchandising, Marketing, Art, Design or related field and/or equivalent experience
1+ years' experience in field visual merchandising
Experience in Apparel and Home/Hard Goods is a plus
How you'll thrive at Walmart:
Performance-based incentive awards
401k with company match
Discounted employee stock purchase plan
Paid parental leave,
New surrogacy & adoption benefits
Unlimited Flex Time Off
Working alongside a diverse group of collaborative and innovative team members
Opportunity for growth and development across several areas of the Fortune 1 organization
And much more
Equal Opportunity Employer
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer - By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions - while being inclusive of all people.
Who We Are
Join Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. Yes, we are the Fortune #1 company. But you'll quickly find we're a company who wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Walmart is where the world's most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our stores. Join us and you'll discover why we are a world leader in diversity and inclusion, sustainability, and community involvement. From day one, you'll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life. careers.walmart.com
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.
For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
Hoboken, New Jersey US-10279:The annual salary range for this position is $72,000.00-$132,000.00 Bentonville, Arkansas US-09401:The annual salary range for this position is $60,000.00-$110,000.00
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:
- Stock
Minimum Qualifications...
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Preferred Qualifications...
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Primary Location...
221 River St, Hoboken, NJ 07030, United States of America
About Walmart
At Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make, from responsible sourcing to sustainability-and everything in between. As a Walmart associate, you will play an integral role in shaping the future of retail, tech, merchandising, finance and hundreds of other industries-all while affecting the lives of millions of customers all over the world. Here, your work makes an impact every day. What are you waiting for?
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.
All the benefits you need for you and your family
Multiple health plan options, including vision & dental plans for you & dependents
Financial benefits including 401(k), stock purchase plans, life insurance and more
Associate discounts in-store and online
Education assistance for Associate and dependents
Parental Leave
Pay during military service
Paid Time off - to include vacation, sick, parental
Short-term and long-term disability for when you can't work because of injury, illness, or childbirth
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.com/Benefits.
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