Visual Merchandiser

Location: East Peoria IL

Do you find yourself noticing beautiful room layouts everywhere you go Love decorating following home trends or creating Pinterest-worthy spaces If youre looking for a career that combines creativity design and collaboration we have the perfect opportunity for you.

At Ashley North Americas #1 home furnishings retailer youll help create inspiring showroom experiences that bring todays most popular home design trends to life. From modern organic and cozy contemporary styles to layered textures statement accessories and curated room settings youll help customers envision how to create a home they love.

This is more than a retail job. Its an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in visual merchandising space planning design styling and trend execution while working alongside a team that shares your passion for beautiful interiors.

Bruegge and Co. is a family-owned business with over 150 years of furniture expertise and six locations throughout Central Illinois. Since 1872 weve helped families create homes they 2006 we partnered with Ashley Furniture to bring even more style quality and value to our communities.

When you join our team youre joining a company that values creativity teamwork growth and helping customers feel inspired by the spaces they call home.

You could be a great fit if you:

Have a passion for interior design decorating or visual merchandising

Love styling shelves walls furniture and accessories into cohesive spaces

Enjoy keeping up with current design trends and home décor inspiration

Thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy working with others to bring ideas to life

Have a valid drivers license and can travel between store locations

Are comfortable using Excel and basic computer programs

Enjoy active hands-on work including moving and arranging furniture

Whether your experience comes from retail merchandising design classes social media inspiration or simply a love for creating beautiful spaces wed love to meet you.

Youll transform our showrooms into inspiring spaces by:

• Styling furniture artwork rugs lighting and décor accessories
• Creating inviting room settings that reflect current design trends
• Refreshing displays to keep showrooms looking fresh and inspiring
• Helping customers visualize how furniture can work in their own homes

Youll gain hands-on experience implementing popular looks such as:

• Modern Organic designs featuring natural wood tones and earthy textures
• Cozy Contemporary spaces with warm neutrals and layered accessories
• Transitional styles that blend classic and modern elements
• Statement accent pieces and curated décor collections
• Seasonal trend updates that keep displays fresh and relevant

One of the best parts of this role is that you wont be designing alone.

Youll work closely with:

• Fellow Visual Merchandisers to execute creative showroom transformations
• Store Managers to align displays with sales goals
• Sales Teams to understand customer preferences and emerging trends
• Warehouse Teams to coordinate product movement and floor resets

Together youll plan floor moves launch new collections solve challenges and celebrate beautiful finished projects. Every showroom refresh is a team effort and every team member plays an important role in bringing the vision to life.

Youll also:

• Process and place incoming furniture and décor
• Maintain organized fully stocked displays
• Use merchandising tools inventory systems and Excel reporting
• Travel between locations to support merchandising initiatives

Starting at $18.00 per hour

Up to $5000 per year in Continuing Education Assistance (get design certified)

Perfect for team members pursuing careers in:

• Interior Design
• Visual Merchandising
• Marketing
• Retail Management
• Business

Build your future with Ashley. Whether you choose to grow within our stores explore leadership opportunities or relocate within the Ashley network youll have pathways to continue developing your career.

• Paid Time Off starting immediately
• Up to 3% SIMPLE IRA Match
• Health Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Furniture & Décor Discounts
• $5000 Annual Education Stipend

Our employees consistently say that one of the best parts of working here is the people. We collaborate support one another share ideas celebrate successes and genuinely enjoy working together. If you love being part of a creative team that turns ideas into beautiful spaces youll fit right in.

If youre passionate about home décor interior design styling and staying ahead of trends this is your opportunity to gain valuable experience while doing what you love.

Apply today and start creating beautiful spaces with Ashley East Peoria.