Field VM Associate I

Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful things, crafted to last—for you to be yourself in.

Coach is part of the Tapestry portfolio – a global house of brands committed to stretching what’s possible.

A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive. Visit Our People page to learn more about Tapestry’s commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity.

The Primary Purpose

The Field Visual Merchandiser will be the key liaison and trainer for Tapestry Global Visual Merchandising standards and be the resource for our retail, outlet & Wholesale locations. The Field VM will partner with Global VM, Regional VM and Retail, Outlet & Wholesale management to ensure the store is always merchandised in line with VM Guidelines and correct standards. The position reports to the Senior Field Visual Merchandising Manager.

Responsibilities

Partnership

• Collaborate with Global VM, Regional VM and In-Store VM to support all VM workflows.
• Build relationships through training and sharing knowledge and skill sets/techniques.
• Generate new ideas while maintaining a collaborative and flexible mindset.

Training

• Train and develop In-Store VM to understand the store environment, customer flow, and product flow of the shop floor.
• Training on all VM trends for the season.
• Manage sell through while maintaining best in class VM presentations.
• Be mindful of Global VM directives when supporting business objectives.
• Communicate all seasonal VM Guideline messages and key ideas.
• Communicate the monthly flow ideas and how they translate for the region.
• Communicate styling and composition techniques to region when adapting VM Guidelines to architecture and assortment.

Organization & Time Management

• Plan all workflows in advance to ensure smooth and successful VM execution in region.
• React quickly with a strong sense of urgency.
• Ensure workflows in region are executed in clear and transparent timelines.
• Work autonomously or in teams as needed to achieve the best results.
• Execute the Store Visit Checklist and VM Audit in region.

Communication

• Excellent communicator with the ability to interface with a diverse group.
• Champion the Global VM Guideline: stay up to date on all VM initiatives and merchandising trends and techniques.
• Cascade seasonal messages down to all levels in the region.
• Ensure guidelines are understood and put into action across all stores where applicable.

Our Competencies for All Employees

• Courage : Provides direct, complete, and actionable feedback; faces up to people problems quickly and directly.
• Creativity : Generates unique ideas; connects previously unrelated notions.
• Customer Focus : Dedicated to meeting customer expectations and requirements.
• Dealing with Ambiguity : Effectively copes with change and can decide and act without having the total picture.
• Drive for Results : Exceeds goals successfully; bottom-line oriented.
• Interpersonal Savvy : Relates well to all kinds of people; builds effective relationships.
• Learning on the Fly : Learns quickly when facing new problems; open to change.

Our Competencies for All People Managers

• Strategic Agility : Anticipates future consequences and trends accurately.
• Developing Direct Reports and Others : Provides challenging tasks and holds frequent development discussions.
• Building Effective Teams : Creates strong morale and spirit in their team; fosters open dialogue.

Coach is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant’s or employee’s qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration.

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