Visual Merchandiser

We take pride in being a family-owned business for 60 years with 50 plus locations coast to coast and still growing! If you are motivated with a positive attitude and strong work ethic to help grow with us, then this is for you!

Visual Merchandiser-Store Support

Location: 1905 NE 41st Ave, Portland, OR

Reports to: Store Manager

Position: Full-Time/Non-Exempt

Pay Wage: Starting at $18 / hour!

The Visual Merchandiser-Store Support will be responsible for creating inspiring and functional room settings, and compelling merchandise presentations for their stores.

What You Will Do

• Implement and maintain inspirational showroom displays consistent with our design specifications, visual merchandising directives, and promotional calendar as directed by the Visual Merchandising Manager.
• Create special displays to promote specific offers or products.
• Draw /sketches designs to illustrate your ideas and vision.
• Optimize store space and layout; keep all displays current and take down old displays.
• Maintain the showroom, sales counter, shelves, and stockroom ensuring the flow of product provides an engaging experience to every customer, every time.
• Collaborate with the Store Manager and in-store staff on showroom changes and maintenance, keeping accurate control of inventory.
• Physically set up or switch out displays with support from store staff as needed.
• Use your energy and enthusiasm for design to actively participate in in-store meetings, Visual Merchandiser meetings and training sessions within the market.
• Treat all staff and associates with respect and professionalism, working effectively and efficiently together.
• Load and unload merchandise from trucks, assemble merchandise correctly and handle with care to prevent damage.
• Perform transactions in our sales and inventory system (POS), complete customer orders, taking payments, and handling order-entry for the sales team and setting up delivery dates for customers.
  
  
  

Who You Are

• Prior retail, interior design and/or display experience preferred.
• Successful associates have a wholehearted customer service approach with a professional and welcoming presentation.
• Able to articulate knowledge of current trends in home furnishings, fashion and culture and apply imagination and creativity in each aspect of your role.
• Knowledge and use of color and design concepts.
• Organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to illustrate ideas and concepts by drawing and sketching.
• Competency using Microsoft Word and Excel; skill in Auto CAD is a plus. Ability to read and understand floor plans.
• Able to use hand tools (hammers, drills, and levels), ladders and lift 30 lbs. unassisted.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance.
• Our positions require successfully completing the pre-employment background check.
  
  
  

Education: A Degree in Design or related field is preferred or a high school diploma/GED or equivalent. We welcome applicants who bring their love of design, retail experience and expertise to the team.

Scandinavian Designs Furniture Offers:

• Benefits for Full-time Associates* including:
• Health benefits
• Opt-in for Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401k
• Work life balance – no overnight hours!
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Fun and rewarding work
• Visually inspiring workplace
• Family-oriented team environment
• Regular schedule
• Generous merchandise discounts
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Benefits eligibility depends on scheduled hours.
  
  

https://www.kaiserpermanente.org/

A family business 60 years in the making, with 50 furniture showrooms and 700 employees across the U.S. Our sister-brands (Scandinavian Designs and Dania Furniture) are a contemporary home furnishings destination rooted in a love for Nordic culture, modern design and quality craftsmanship. We offer extensive product and sales training to facilitate career growth. Our compensation includes a competitive pay program, comprehensive health and retirement benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer to all. We interview and hire applicants of all backgrounds, orientations, expressions, and identities.

The job description and other job postings should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an associate in this job. Associates are required to perform other related functions as assigned.