Assistant Store Leader – Visual Merchandising at Altar’d State

Location: Burlington, MA | Type: Full-Time

Are you passionate about fashion, visual merchandising, and creating inspiring guest experiences? Altar’d State is hiring an Assistant Store Leader of Visual Merchandising to lead by example in achieving store goals while fostering a guest-focused team environment. Join a rapidly growing women’s fashion brand that stands out for its commitment to beauty, inspiration, and giving back to the community.

About Altar’d State

With over 130 locations across 40 states, Altar’d State offers a unique sanctuary-like retail environment. Our mission, “Stand Out. For Good,” drives everything we do, from empowering local charities through Mission Mondays to building schools in Peru through Coprodeli USA. We believe in making a meaningful difference in the world.

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Position Overview

As the Assistant Store Leader – Visual, you’ll partner with the Store Leader to achieve all store objectives, including guest service excellence, sales, merchandising presentation, and team engagement. You’ll bring a creative vision and leadership to elevate the store’s visual design, ensuring an inspiring and dynamic shopping experience.

Key Responsibilities

1. People Leadership

• Foster a guest-focused team culture, ensuring excellent service and relationship building.
• Provide feedback, recognize performance, and manage associate development.
• Delegate tasks effectively and involve associates in decision-making.
• Conduct training for sales associates and keyholders.
• Lead by example in managing change, adversity, and team commitment.

2. Visual Merchandising Execution

• Plan, execute, and maintain floor and window sets, seasonal décor, and mannequin displays.
• Manage the overall store atmosphere, including layout, scent, and music.
• Partner with the Visual District Leader to implement visual strategies and ensure alignment with brand aesthetics.

3. Operational Management

• Achieve and exceed store and individual goals.
• Execute task directives within designated time frames.
• Adhere to loss prevention practices and complete opening/closing procedures.
• Track and analyze business results, identifying strategies to maximize sales.

4. Presentation Excellence

• Interpret and execute Home Office visual communication.
• Provide feedback on product performance and visual merchandising effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience: At least 1 year of retail management experience.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, kneel, squat, and climb stairs or ladders. Must lift and carry up to 30 lbs. regularly.

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Why Work at Altar’d State?

Recognized Workplace Awards:

• Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® 2023 (#73)
• Best Workplaces in Retail™ 2022 (#4)
• Best Workplaces for Millennials™ 2023 (#93)
• Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ 2022 (#34)

Company Values:

• Meaningful community impact through charitable initiatives.
• An empowering, inclusive, and dynamic workplace environment.
• Opportunities for growth and creativity in visual merchandising.

How to Apply

Apply today to join the Altar’d State team in Burlington, MA, and become part of a brand that’s changing the retail experience.

Altar’d State is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We value diversity and encourage all individuals to apply.

Transform your passion for fashion and visual merchandising into a fulfilling career by standing out for good with Altar’d State!