About Neiman Marcus
Neiman Marcus is an established U.S. luxury department store renowned for a curated assortment of high-end fashion, accessories and lifestyle products and for creating exceptional customer experiences. The brand is positioned within the Saks Global portfolio and is recognized for elevated in-store activations, exclusive events and a service-led retail philosophy.
The Visual Merchandising Associate prepares the sales floor before opening, executes promotional and sale presentations, signage and displays, supports trunk shows and personal appearances, and replenishes merchandise. The role requires at least 2 years of visual team experience in a major multi-level department store, a project portfolio, and practical production, styling and trend knowledge; compensation varies by location, experience and other job-related factors.
Role & Responsibilities
- Prepare the selling floor before store opening, demonstrating initiative and urgency.
- Follow directives and corporate guidelines from the Visual Manager and Corporate Visual team.
- Set up promotional and sale presentations, lettering, and signage on the sales floor.
- Assist the Sales Support Team with trunk show and personal appearance setup and preparation.
- Replenish merchandise on the selling floor and in wall units.
- Handle additional responsibilities as needed.
Qualifications
- At least 2 years of visual team experience in a major multi-level department store.
- A portfolio of previously created projects.
- Ability to use carpentry tools safely and efficiently.
- Experience with painting techniques.
- Experience with basic production and knowledge of materials.
- Experience in styling and fashion pulls.
- Strong knowledge of current fashion and art trends.
- Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Photoshop and Illustrator proficiency preferred.
Skills
Experience
At least 2 years of visual team experience in a major multi-level department store.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Houston, Texas, USA.
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Benefits
Eligible employees may receive medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; basic and supplemental life insurance; disability insurance; additional voluntary benefits, including critical illness, hospital, and accident insurance; and an employee discount.
Culture
Neiman Marcus emphasizes an elevated, customer-centric retail culture where meticulous service and attention to detail define the in-store experience. The retailer promotes a collaborative environment with clear pathways for career progression across retail, distribution, digital and corporate functions.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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