Francis Kurkdjian Assistant Manager, Visual Merchandising
About Francis Kurkdjian
Maison Francis Kurkdjian, a distinguished luxury fragrance house founded in 2009, operates under the prestigious LVMH Moët Hennessy - Louis Vuitton umbrella, the world's preeminent luxury conglomerate. Renowned for its innovative approach to perfumery, the Maison combines traditional craftsmanship with a modern aesthetic, offering a curated selection of fragrances distributed globally across 45 countries. In North America, its products are available at high-end retailers such as Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus, as well as exclusive boutiques in Miami and Houston.
Join Maison Francis Kurkdjian in New York as an Assistant Manager, Visual Merchandising. This role involves supporting visual merchandising across North America, ensuring adherence to luxury standards.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the Manager, Visual Merchandising in design layout creation, proposal presentations, and VM production for events and in-store experiences.
- Review production materials and prototypes with vendors for campaigns, pop-ups, and window displays.
- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Events, and Training teams on visual merchandising requests.
- Partner with Operations Manager and Store Design on POSM forecasting for future campaigns and store openings.
- Coordinate with production vendors on VM tool forecasting and ordering.
- Create VM distribution lists for US, Canada, and Mexico.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
- Develop visual presentations for HQ, North America team, and retailers.
- Adapt visual merchandising designs to regional market needs using Adobe Suite.
- Layout VM schematics for new store openings using Sketchup.
- Manage travel schedules and expenses for production support.
- Travel domestically and internationally as required (approximately 20% quarterly).
Qualifications
- 6 - 7 years of experience in Visual Merchandising, with a focus on design production and implementation.
- Proven ability to uphold exceptional visual standards and execute brand direction.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Solution-oriented mindset with a high sense of ownership.
- Capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Flexibility to work varied hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
Skills
Experience
Minimum of 5 years in visual merchandising, preferably within luxury or design-focused environments.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA, within easy reach of New York.
Compensation
Salary range of $80,000-$85,000, with flexibility based on expertise and performance.
Benefits
Competitive market pay with flexibility to reward expertise and performance.
Culture
Maison Francis Kurkdjian fosters a culture of creativity and excellence, encouraging innovation while maintaining the highest standards of luxury. As part of the LVMH family, the company values diversity, collaboration, and a commitment to quality, providing a dynamic environment for professional growth.
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