Associate, Visual Merchandising, Watches & Fine Jewelry, New York City

Associate, Visual Merchandising, Watches & Fine Jewelry, New York City

At CHANEL, we are focused on creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth, contributing to collective progress. We believe the uniqueness of each individual increases the diversity, complementarity and effectiveness of our teams. We strongly encourage your application, as we value the perspective, experience and potential you could bring to CHANEL.   

About the Role:

The Associate, Visual Merchandising will oversee the coordination of all visual merchandising standards within the boutique during boutique hours and events. You will play a vital role in the implementation and maintenance of all visual merchandising guidelines including window installs and the proper set-up and use of all fixtures, and selling tools within the boutique.  This role will report directly to the Boutique Director with a dotted line to the Regional Visual Merchandising (VM) Manager. 

What Impact You Can Create at CHANEL:  

• Expedite the selling process for WFJ Advisor’s by being readily available to  pull and replenish items from selling floor, make substitutions on displays when product is needed for clients, etc. 
• Develop and maintain working relationships with Boutique Management teams to ensure all pertinent merchandise initiatives are being maintained and boutique business needs are being met.

• Support Operations team with product prep work for floor moves and collection launches, including P Touching display items 
• Update digital photo files for VM maintenance purposes as changes are made 
• Keep documentation of window items current (SKU, price, size, etc.) for selling team’s reference 
• Assist in implementation of events, Sale, seasonal installs, Corporate events and other business driving initiatives in the Boutique 
• Communicate effectively with boutique selling team and management 

• Work independently with minimal supervision 

You Are Energized By: 

• The history and heritage of The House of CHANEL 
• People leadership and development 
• Fostering a meaningful client experience centered around inclusion and connection 
• Building collaborative partnerships and relationships 
• Being comfortable in the middle of complexity and ambiguity 
• Multi-tasking within projects in a dynamic, fast paced environment 
• Creativity and innovation by testing, learning and taking new risks 
• Appreciation for art, beauty and luxury 

Position Requirements: 

• Minimum 2 years in a similar position or higher: preferably with luxury Jewelry brand
• A comprehensive knowledge of Jewelry and timepieces, merchandising and visual display
• Working with digital photography and using phone applications to execute projects 
• Ability to flex and assist with operational/ Sales Floor tasks based on the needs of the business
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and email (e.g. Outlook)
• Minimum associate degree, preferably in a Fashion related major.
• Able to move heavy items - may include overhead lifting, pulling, and pushing of items up to 25 lbs.  
• A flexible schedule with the ability to work late nights, weekends, and some holidays 

Compensation:

• The anticipated base hourly salary range for this position is $23.00 through $28.00. Base salary is one component of the total compensation for this position. Other forms of variable pay [may/will] be offered for this position. Other components [may/will] include bonus potential, benefits, and/or perks.

Benefits and Perks:

• Flexibility (flexible time and hybrid work options)
• Wellbeing resources include dedicated paid time off for wellbeing (2-week August Office Closure and Wellbeing Days in Retail) and a Wellbeing fund
• Family and care giving benefits (inclusive of parental leave, fertility support, MilkStork, and Care.com Membership)
• Generous paid time off policies to include vacation, holiday, sick and volunteer days
• 401K, pension and other incentives

• Robust healthcare offerings; medical, dental, vision, MDLIVE (virtual care), One Medical, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care), Health Savings Account and Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Health Advocate, International Business Travel Accident & Medical, and Commuter Transit & Parking

Additional Information:

Chanel is a private company whose values are grounded in creating the conditions for people to perform at their best and feel fulfilled and confident i