Dynamic and growing retail company is now seeking TWO New Store Opening (NSO) In Store Presentation Specialists! As the New Store Opening (NSO) In Store Presentation Specialist, you will assist the NSO Visual Manager with new store planning and development.
About Us WHSmith is a leading global travel retailer with over 1,700 stores across 30 countries worldwide. WHSmith North America, incorporating Marshall Retail Group (MRG) and InMotion, represents over half of the Company's international store estate, with a collection of attractive, successful specialty retail stores located in airports and resorts across North America.
Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision InsuranceFREE Life InsuranceShort- & Long-Term Disability InsuranceGenerous Paid Time Off401k with company matchHuge Employee Discount at all our stores, so check us outAmazing training & career pathCompetitive pay!And more! What Youll Do: Assists in developing fixtures and product space planningWorks with NSO ISP Manager on calculating hardware and shelf quantities/configurationsAssist NSO ISP Manager in driving brand and business objectives/sales through excellent execution of visual merchandising and presentation design through décor planning decksIdeate, design, source and purchase props and decor for assigned NSOsTravel to outer markets as needed for training and store openings, up to 20%New store deliveries and warehouse maintenance and organizationUtilize all company tools, visual talent, and knowledge to plan, map, and execute floor sets incorporating appropriate store specific adaptations as necessaryCoordinate and produce store set bindersConstruction document and file managementAssist with Visual Marketing & Merchants teams on in-store signage and special marketing needsEffectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashionIdentify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project and stakeholder teamsBuild, develop and grow business relationships vital to the success of the portfolio of projects with both internal and external resourcesTo conduct him/herself in the spirit of the MRG mission, vision, core values and organizational healthOther duties as assignedReliable transportation What You Bring: 4+ years of as a Visual Merchandiser in a fast-paced retail environmentDegree in Visual Merchandising or equivalentExceptional skills product romancing RTW, Accessories, Consumables, Tech/Electronics, Gift, and SouvenirsComprehensive understanding of composition, spatial, product adjacencies and décorVisual presentation skills are up to date on industry and fashion trendsExperience with short timelines in a fast-past environmentExcellent computer skills with PCs, Adobe Suite (Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Microsoft Suite (PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook, Excel, Word)Ability to adapt to change quickly and with a positive attitudeExemplary organizational skills, with a keen attention to detailExcellent communication and people skillsSelf-starter who demonstrates strong initiativeExperience managing multiple projects and timelines in a fast-past environmentUp to 20% Travel RequiredSatisfactory Criminal Background Check and Drug TestingSpur of the moment transportation requiredAdditional Security clearance may be required depending upon location We can't wait to meet you so apply today! Marshall Retail Group prides itself on creating unique experiences for customers by developing distinctive retail store concepts that feature and highlight the local culture, community, and lifestyle of the cities in which they are located. InMotion Entertainment Group is the largest airport-based electronics retailer in travel locations globally, with access and insight into the latest technologies for business and leisure travelers, InMotion offers lifestyle products and electronics that include a wide breadth of headphones, mobile power, Bluetooth speakers and travel accessories.
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Marshall Retail Group/InMotion is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin/ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, military/veteran status, marital status, disability status or any other basis prohibited by law. At Marshall Retail Group/InMotion, it's about each person bringing passion and skills to a dynamic and inclusive workplace!