Visual Merchandiser

At Christy Sports, we believe Outside is Better. Founded in Colorado in 1958, we're one of the leading outdoor specialty retailers in the nation with more than 50 locations across Colorado, Utah, Washington, and Montana. We help people experience the mountain lifestyle through authentic relationships, expert knowledge, and genuine passion for what we do. From retail merchandise and rental services to year-round outdoor businesses, we're driven by innovation and an unmatched commitment to the outdoors.

We are welcoming - We meet people where they are without judgement. Whether they're seasoned veterans, first-timers, locals, or vacationers, they trust us to set them up for success with quality equipment and great service.

We are ambassadors of lifestyle - We love what makes the mountain lifestyle special: the people, the environment, and the communities. We want our guests to discover and love the mountain lifestyle as much as we do.

We are rooted in experience - By keeping the history of our roots alive, we maintain the quality service, authenticity, and expertise that our guests value and what made us special in the first place.

We are one team - We make our company a great place to work by collaborating, problem-solving, being accountable, and recognizing our accomplishments. We are each unique contributors to a greater whole.

We are always evolving - Our customer
* expectations continue to evolve. To meet their needs, we must evolve to stay relevant. We embrace change and always look for the next evolution of what we can do.
* Internal & External

The Visual Merchandiser is responsible for developing and executing visual strategies to enhance the presentation of products in the stores. This role includes creating visually appealing displays, ensuring brand consistency, and working closely with cross-functional stakeholders to optimize product sell-through. The Visual Merchandiser is a leader, trains store staff and stays up-to-date with design and industry trends.

• Guide and train retail store staff responsible for the execution of merchandise and fixture placement.
• Collaborate with the Director of Visual Merchandising on the content and implementation of directives, playbooks, and additional VM reference materials.

• Plan and implement visually engaging merchandise displays in stores, ensuring they represent the Christy Sports brand message effectively and maximize sales by creating a compelling shopping experience.
• Collaborate with the Director of VM to carry out an effective strategy to ensure optimal playbook adherence across all stores.
• Install eye-catching and innovative store window displays that align with current seasonal initiatives provided by the Director of VM.
• Communicate updates and changes regarding product promotion, signage, pricing and implementation, in conjunction with store operations
• Optimize and refine store layouts and provide input on allocation, backstock and assortment mix alongside Merchandising, Planning, and Store Operations
• Stay abreast of current and emerging visual merchandising trends and develop strategies to integrate them.

• Analyze sales trends of the merchandise, test/learn/scale according to business results
• Provide feedback on merchandising assortment mix (color, print, brand mix)
• Demonstrate open communication, cross-functionally, by attending meetings and store visit walkthroughs.

• 3-5 years’ experience in a Visual Merchandising role for a multi-store retailer
• Someone who likes to go the extra mile while collaborating with cross functional teams on a shared roadmap
• Understand the nature of a dynamic, fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and be comfortable with ambiguity.?
• Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task, solve problems and anticipate challenges
• Deliver high-quality work with minimal supervisor
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency and/or service
• Apply expertise to solve problems and support operational decision and teams
• Be able to communicate progress, risk and outcomes clearly.
• Deliver outcomes…