Visual Merchandising Lead - (Toronto East End)

Since our inception in 2010, OAK + FORT has curated collections that reflect our design philosophies. OAK + FORT is a belief that fashion should be uncomplicated and thoughtfully designed. We are not distracted or fettered by trends. We will continue to provide attainable luxury to like-minded individuals.

The ideal candidate works well in a team environment, has an understanding of the OAK + FORT brand and aesthetics, and has the ability to influence and support others through their presence on the floor.

Responsibilities

Sales Generation

• Process cash desk operations with engagement, efficiency, and accuracy
• Provide industry knowledge through awareness of products and prices in the market
• Be a brand ambassador by keeping up with new arrivals, product knowledge, and wearing current merchandise
• Drive sales through OAK+FORT eCommerce purchases and social media platforms
• Maximize sales during special events and customer services
• Provide exceptional client experience by executing OAK+FORT Sales Culture
• Build and manage client relationships through client database recording

Staff Development

• Support development of high performing staff to maximize productivity
• Initiate and communicate team objectives and updates with Visual Merchandising Team and Management
• Build our team by welcoming and supporting onboarding of new employees
• Source top candidates to build a high performing team
• Provide timely feedback and active informal training to staff
• Inspire and motivate team through demonstrating leadership qualities
• Build and maintain relationships with store team, peers, and relevant partners

Store Functionality

• Promote brand aesthetic through ability to creatively merchandise
• Utilize merchandising skillset through understanding of product density, adjacencies, and customer flow
• Perform inventory counts upon corporate office direction
• Adhere to loss prevention policies to prevent external and internal theft
• Participate in execution of floor management as needed
• Efficiently and accurately support with shipping and receiving of merchandise
• Support cleanliness and maintenance of physical store to create a safe and comfortable shopping experience
• Participate in stock room set-up and organization
• Maintain proper presentation of merchandise in accordance to corporate directives
• Ensure the right quantity of stock is in the right place at the right time

Why Oak?

At the heart and core of it all, it’s our team that matters most. Driven by endless passion, curiosity, perennial creativity, we are powered by one another!

Oak+Fort is a woman founded and led business. We are brought together by a passionate group of people with a natural bond over an aesthetic vision that radiates throughout the collections

At the heart and core of it all, it’s our team that matters most. Driven by endless passion, curiosity, perennial creativity, we are powered by one another!

Why you’ll love it here:

• Company wide socials, get ready to laugh!
• Opportunities for growth and development, we’re 35+ stores and growing!
• A generous employee discount, starting day 1!

Our Application Process:

Once you’ve applied here’s what to expect:

• Our retail team goes through each application, there’s no AI behind it!
• As a final step, we’ll request references before moving to final offer
• If selected, you’ll be invited to do an initial interview with store management or a member of our retail HR team

Who are we:

ABOVE + BEYOND

• We strive for something greater than ourselves

SELF STARTER

• Entrepreneurship is the mindset that leads to endless curiosity and continuous improvement

UNIQUELY YOU

• We practice acceptance through open-mindedness and personal responsibility

CHANGE DRIVER

• We embrace change and never fear what’s next

PEOPLE POWERED

• At the core of our brand we are powered by each other

Have a passion for fashion? We’re looking for world-class talent to join our exceptional teams across our multiple departments! Unleash your potential and join our diverse team today!

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