Manager, Visual Merchandising & Store Design Operations

HOURGLASS COSMETICS Manager Visual Merchandising & Store Design Operations (Hybrid Role)

Connected by creativity and driven by purpose. Hourglass Cosmetics is a vegan and cruelty-free beauty brand redefining luxury cosmetics with high-performance products innovative formulas and award-winning franchises. Recognized by Forbes Fast Company and Time Magazine as one of the most inventive beauty companies Hourglass leads the industry with its breakthrough products and its commitment to animal welfare. Founded in 2004 Hourglass is globally available in 32 markets and over 4600 doors including Sephora Ulta Neiman Marcus Selfridges Space NK and more. Hourglass became part of the Unilever Prestige division in 2017. Discover more about the Hourglass brand story and mission on our website .

The Manager Visual Merchandising and Store Design (VMSD) Operations is responsible for driving the operational execution of Visual Merchandising and Store Design initiatives across global retail locations. This role will support the milestone tracking project management trafficking coordination and execution of product launches across retail touch points. This roles core emphasis will be the project management of secondary product placements across global retail channels while simultaneously owning seasonal updates for permanent fixtures in our North America Flagship store Global Countertop Units and select shop-in-shops. This role will also manage the approval timelines and deliverables associated with VMSD projects in China (SIS FSS Sephora). The Manager VMSD Operations will partner closely with Visual Merchandising Store Design Creative Trade/Product Marketing Operations and external vendor partners. Thisis an excitingnew pivotal positionon our team thatensures product launches meet timelines budget requirements and brand standards as the business continues to growglobally.

WHAT YOU DO:

• Work withindepartmentalproject managementsystemtomaintainclear documentation and manage detailed project plans timelinesbudgets and deliverablesto ensure key deadlines are communicate project risksand propose solutions tomaintaindeadlines.
• Track project milestonesacross several retailers(Sephora Ulta APAC) andregions(NA ANZ APAC)based upon volume/deadlines/priorities risks and dependencies escalating issues as needed to keep work on track.
• Coordinate approvals feedback cycles and revisions with multipleinternal and external globalcontributors.
• Serve as the operational bridge betweenVMSD Production and Store Operationsand cross functional partners.
• Demonstrate highlevelof agility and partnershipinafast moving ambiguous environment.
• Lead andfacilitatecross-functional meetings milestones and project reviews.
• Develop document andmaintainvisual merchandising processes timelines and standards.
• Own seasonal and special projecttrackers ensuring alignment across visual store design production and field teams.
• Track operational KPIs including timelines budgetsdesignand artwork production milestones.
• Support budgeting forecasting and cost tracking for VMSD programs.
• Additional Projects and Tasks as needed.

YOULL LOVE THIS JOB IF:

• You are extremelyORGANIZED:You enjoy developing and implementing organizational systems.
• You are a strong and effectiveCOMMUNICATOR:Youare a people person and collaborate well with others.
• You areAGILE:Youadapt well to changing needs and priorities andare able topivot easily to achieve goals and deadlines.
• You are passionate about theDETAILSand are extremelyTHOROUGH:You appreciate the importance of having detailed and precise information.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Visual Merchandising Project Management or related field.
• BS in Visual Merchandisingor PMPwill be highly regarded.
• Strong MS Office andAsanaskills.
• Understanding of 2d / 3d Production timelineand process.
• Extremely detailed orientedwith the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communicationskills- able to translate design direction into operational clarity
• Experience working in an entrepreneurial environment is a plus.
• Must be able to work from Corporate Office at least 60% of the time.

The expected base salary range for this position is $90000 - 98000 per year. The exact base salary is determined by various factors including experience skills education geographic location and budget. This position is also eligible for participation in the company discretionary bonus plan based on personal performance and company results.

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