Company DescriptionLaura Canada is an iconic and innovative family-owned retailer housing two leading women’s fashion apparel brands, Laura and Melanie Lyne. Based in Laval, Quebec, we design, produce, market and distribute quality apparel across Canada. We proudly employ over 2,000 dedicated team members and operate more than 140 locations and two online stores. We attribute our success to the unwavering commitment of our team to delivering outstanding customer experiences while embodying our shared values of integrity, respect, teamwork, performance, and passion.At Laura Canada, we believe that delivering an outstanding customer experience is driven by our commitment to an outstanding employee experience.Job DescriptionRole SummaryThe In-Store Merchandiser executes visual merchandising while respecting the Company’s standards in order to support a superior shopping experience for our customers.Critical Functions1. Visual PresentationDemonstrates creativity in dressing window mannequins to showcase the store’s inventory and adheres to visual standards, including any mandatory directives that may be issued.Dresses in-store mannequins and bustforms while following visual standards on styling and pinning.Ensures displays (face-outs, t-stands) reflect adjacent sections and promote a fashionable accessorized message.Completes the Visual Presentation Checklist in conjunction with Management as a planning tool by using Head Office floor plans/visual updates and marketing directives.Communicates deficiencies and unsafe store conditions to Management.Orders and replaces lightbulbs in the store, backroom and exit signs ensuring sufficient lighting throughout the store.2. MerchandisingMerchandises the store by using a strong knowledge and understanding of current season’s fashion trendsAssists store Management Team in proper execution of all Marketing directives with a high sense of urgency.Maintains standards regarding folding and sizing, proper usage of hangers and foam strips, and removal of excess tags. Respects the SOP guidelines.3. Customer ServiceHas constant customer awareness and knows to stop, drop and serve.Prepares all incoming and outgoing merchandise in a timely manner.Ensures all visual elements (when not in use) are properly stored in a designated area in the backroom only, discarding old banners and signage as per Marketing directives.RequirementsExperience in fashion with a strong background in display/merchandisingExperience in a retail environment preferredExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsDetail oriented with strong follow-through skillsAble to adapt to changes and work on adaptable schedulesDemonstrates fashion flair and creativity.Exhibits initiative, self-direction and develops relationships easily.Sense of urgencyAbility to prioritize and able to multitaskPositive attitude and confidentPassion to keep learning, growing and adaptingEnglish and/or French as required
