Chanel Visual Merchandising Specialist
- Location
- San Jose California USA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- $68,600–90,000/year
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.
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Role & Responsibilities
- Communicate and oversee all appropriate VM direction, animations and guidelines to Image Ambassadors and boutique management
- 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
- Coordinate the movement and storage of display elements in conjunction with Visual Merchandise Manager
- Ensure windows and selling floors are appropriately merchandised on a regular basis following VM guidelines in between regular floor sets, window installations and collection launches
- Ensure photographs are taken of entire boutique after floor and window set according to VM photo guidelines, for maintenance purposes and submission to the Global Image Team; update photos in Dropbox when changes are made to boutiques
- Work independently with minimal supervision, taking ownership of projects and delivering timely results
Qualifications
- Minimum associate degree in Display and Exhibition Design or comparable Art/Fashion related course of study
- Minimum of 2 years in a similar position or higher, preferably with a luxury brand
- Comprehensive knowledge of fashion styling, merchandising and visual display
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and email (e.g., Outlook)
- Working proficiency with digital photography and phone applications to execute projects
- High level of professionalism in communication, attitude and teamwork with clients, employees and management team
- Ability to move heavy items—may include overhead lifting, pulling, and pushing of items up to 25 lbs
- Flexible schedule with ability to work late nights, weekends, and some holidays
Skills
Experience
Minimum of 2 years in a similar visual merchandising position or higher, preferably with a luxury brand
Education
Minimum associate degree in Display and Exhibition Design or comparable Art/Fashion related course of study
Workplace
This position is based in San Jose, California, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 68,600 to USD 90,000 per annum.
Benefits
Flexibility (flexible time and hybrid work options); dedicated paid time off for wellbeing (Wellbeing Days in Retail and Wellbeing fund); family and caregiving benefits (parental leave, fertility support, MilkStork, Care.com Membership); generous paid time off (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 Savings Account, 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
Culture
Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.
About Cerulean
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