Visual Merchandising

POSITION SUMMARY: The Visual Merchandising Specialist reports to Assistant General Manager, and assists store leadership with merchandise presentations, planogram integrity, visual & seasonal displays, and in-store signage. Will also work with the Base Camp Visual Managers on all aspects of visual in-store projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

• Partners with department Outfitters to ensure all customer facing merchandise and visual presentation standards are executed to the Base Camp provided Visual Merchandising Directives. The Visual Merchandising Specialist will ensure that overall company brand standards and maintained at the highest level.
• Assists with product related visual elements such as mannequin displays, bust forms, department visual scenes, endcap planogram execution integrity, seasonal retail events, promotional drive aisle monthly sets, and in-store signage compliance. This includes all departments: Hunting, Camping, Fishing, Marine, Watersports, Apparel, Gifts, Footwear, Rainwear, and Hunt Clothing.
• Will be a key team member in the planning and set-up of local events and major retail events such as Spring Fishing Classic, Spring Turkey Event, Get on the Water Event, Fall Hunting Classic, Flannel Fest, Go Outdoors, and Santa’s Wonderland.
• The Visual Merchandising Specialist will be a key liaison to the Base Camp Visual Merchandising Team regarding department layout validations and opportunities to improve and create efficiencies in store merchandising execution.
• Responsible for assembly of small-scale vendor provided displays when needed.
• Ensures daily that in-store displays are clean, signed, and set to brand standard.
• Will assist in training and education for department Outfitters regarding merchandising skills, VMD execution, navigating the Sharepoint communication portal.
• Must be comfortable using a computer & navigating the online communication portal.  A basic working knowledge of Microsoft programs will be required.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and at times before and/or after business hours.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Degree Required:    High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Years of experience:  2 years of visual merchandising retail experience. Including displays, shop layouts, visual props, and customer service.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

• Comfortable with using power tools.
• Understating of Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Background in hardlines and/or softlines visual merchandising.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Regularly: Walking, standing, lifting up to 50 lbs.

Occasionally: Computer Work

Seldom/Never: Sitting

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established procedures and innovation. Chooses from limited alternatives to resolve problems. Occasional independent judgment is required to complete work assignments. Often makes recommendations to work procedures, policies, and practices.

Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer.  Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.