Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Brooklinen as the description explicitly states they oversee hiring internally and request agencies not to send unsolicited resumes.
Job overview
The Visual Merchandising Manager at Brooklinen leads the strategy and execution of visual merchandising in retail stores, using data to enhance in-store experiences and support brand integrity and business growth.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves developing visual merchandising directives, translating brand campaigns into store experiences, optimizing presentations using data, partnering cross-functionally, coaching store teams, managing signage, visiting stores for insights, and contributing to store design and openings.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $85K to $100K with comprehensive benefits including health insurance with generous company contributions, fertility support, 401K with 4% match, commuter benefits, product discounts, wellness support, paid parental leave, vacation starting at 20 days, sabbatical after five years, hybrid work schedule, remote work weeks, and equity grants.
Experience and skills
Candidates need 3+ years of retail visual merchandising experience, preferably in home goods or luxury retail, with the ability to work independently and guide teams both in-person and remotely, plus flexibility to travel for store openings.
Career development
Brooklinen emphasizes growth and offers opportunities for team members to expand their roles and impact as the company grows.
Work environment and culture
The company culture values authenticity, passion, collaboration, low ego, work-life balance with flexible schedules, and encourages recharging and team connection.
Company information
Brooklinen is a leading US direct-to-consumer soft goods brand founded in 2014, known for quality bedding and home products with strong customer reviews and industry recognition.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Brooklyn, NY with a hybrid schedule of 2 days in office and 3 days remote, requiring some travel for store openings.
Application process
The interview process includes an initial recruiter interview, first round with Senior Manager of People Operations and Merchant, and final round with Senior Manager of Retail Operations & Communications.
Unique job features
The role is distinguished by its data-driven approach to visual merchandising, involvement in new store openings, and a strong emphasis on cross-functional collaboration and in-store customer experience optimization.
Company overview
Brooklinen is a direct-to-consumer company specializing in high-quality bedding and home essentials. Founded in 2014 by Rich and Vicki Fulop, the company has grown rapidly by offering luxury sheets, comforters, pillows, and towels at accessible prices through its online platform. Brooklinen makes money by cutting out middlemen and selling directly to consumers, ensuring competitive pricing and maintaining high product standards. The company has expanded its product line over the years and gained a loyal customer base, known for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your expertise in retail visual merchandising, focusing on your ability to leverage sales data and customer insights to create impactful in-store experiences that align with brand campaigns and seasonal strategies.
Emphasize your skills in cross-functional collaboration, leadership, and coaching store teams, as well as your experience with visual storytelling, signage management, and performance metric analysis to optimize store presentations and drive business growth.
Apply through multiple channels including Brooklinen's official corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s visibility and ensure it reaches the right hiring managers.
Connect with current employees in Brooklinen’s Retail or Visual Merchandising divisions on LinkedIn; when reaching out, use ice breakers like complimenting a recent store campaign they led or asking how data-driven insights shape their merchandising strategies.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating key phrases from the job description such as 'visual merchandising,' 'customer insights,' 'performance metrics,' 'cross-functional collaboration,' and 'store experience' to pass automated screenings effectively.
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