Varley
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$65,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr Who we are: Varley is a contemporary fashion brand for the modern woman. Founded in 2015 by husband-and-wife Lara and Ben Mead, we are an international, family-run business headquartered between London, Los Angeles, and New York. We offer year-round collections, including knitwear, outerwear, and everyday staples, complemented by active pieces to create an elevated wardrobe for how you live and move. We are defined by the women who wear Varley and exist to instil quiet confidence through connections that enhance everything they already are. As women’s lives evolve, so do we. Job Description The is a Brand Ambassador and will provide inspirational and motivational leadership to inspire confidence in the team and clients. They are accountable for leading the retail team to deliver commercial and operational objectives in an omni-channel business. They are accountable for building both store’s client base, delivering the highest level of customer experience, driving commercial growth, and ensuring compliance with all operational policies and procedures. The Visual Merchandiser will work in close partnership with and for the Store Manger in their absence. They play a key role in developing and delivering the retail strategy with a focus on commercial performance, operations and customer experience. People and Leadership: Provide clear direction to the team and foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration. Hold regular team and individual meetings to support, coach and nurture talent. Set targets and objectives in line with business goals, and regularly review progress. Lead the team to deliver exceptional levels of customer experience and achieve commercial objectives. Work closely with the Store manager, and Senior Managers at Director and Board level. Commercial and Operations Set clear action plans to exceed commercial objectives Regularly review and analyse business performance and develop growth strategies maximising commercial opportunities. Support the Store Manager to control operating costs and make recommendations to improve profitability. Compile and present commercial and operational reports to the Senior Management team. Ensure the correct implementation of all operational procedure and policies and ensure the team are compliant. Execute VM guidelines and maintain store standards in line with brand guidelines. Maintain back of house standards and guidelines to optimise business efficiency. Customer Experience Act as the Ambassador for the brand to create and cultivate a culture of trust and community through building long term relationships with existing and new clients. Ensure the brand service ceremony is fully implemented in all client interactions. Support the execution and implementation of retail events and activities. Identify and recommend innovative opportunities to elevate the customer experience. Take full ownership of customers feedback with responsibility of managing the process from start to end. Key Knowledge and Experience Strong leadership, communication and influencing skill Experience working in an Omni-channel environment and using a variety of digital systems and tools Able to solve problems and provide tactical and strategic solution. Project Management experience and able to prioritise and manage multiple tasks. The Candidate A hands on leader who leads from the front and by example. Has a high attention to detail and is meticulous in executing objectives. A strong passion and love for all things fashion and is up to date with current market trends. Agile in ways of working and is able to adapt to meet the needs of the business. Varley Discounts Employee Purchase Scheme with 50% off for employees. Friend and Family Purchase Scheme with 20% off. Health insurance Varley contributes to group health insurance plans. Vacation, Holidays and Sick days Paid time off- is 15 days + 10 National Holidays. Allowance of 5 paid sick days per year. Pay dates. Employees are paid semi-monthly, on the 15th and last day of the month. Pensions Varley contributes 4% to a 401k retirement saving plan. Our People We think of ourselves as an international family-run business that embodies our founders’ commitment to creating timeless collections for the modern woman. What started as a company of two, has grown into a close-knit team of thinkers, creators, and innovators, taking care of our clothes, each other, and our community. Split across the UK and USA, our team is 85% female, making us proud to be a brand for women, by women. We are guided by two core beliefs: the pursuit of qualityin everything we do and looking after one another. Everything else should take care of itself. Company Values We are the sum of many parts. We may have two founders but we are the sum of many parts. The journey is just as important as the destination. We look after one another. We promote diversity and inclusivity as central parts of the culture we are building. We are less when we don’t include everyone. Our successes and our failures we make as a team not as individuals. We pursue quality in everything we do. We should chase perfection in everything we do. Growth is a result of improvements to every aspects of what we do, not just reliant on an individual or department. We grow together. We embrace possibility and push boundaries. We believe that there are no limits to what we can achieve. We encourage innovative thinking, pushing boundaries, and embracing new possibilities. We constantly challenge ourselves to think beyond the ordinary and create extraordinary outcomes. Data-driven decisions and purposeful actions. We base our decisions and actions on data and reason, not on hope. We prioritize and justify our choices through thoughtful analysis. We think before we act, understanding the impact of our actions. Our brand is timeless and valuable. Our brand is our most valuable asset, and we treat it with the utmost respect. We recognize that our brand will outlive us and strive to enhance its value through everything we do. We prioritize long-term growth over short-term gains, ensuring the longevity of our brand's reputation. We believer the best form of marketing is to make better product. Let word of mouth be the most powerful marketing channel. Constantly improve, however marginal a gain. Our product is defined by the quality not price. We respect and exceed customer expectations. We deeply appreciate and value those who choose to consume our brand. We consistently strive to surpass their expectations in every interaction. Our goal is to transform customers into passionate advocates who enthusiastically share their positive experiences with others. We choose partners who reflect our values. We view our suppliers, service providers, and stockists as partners, not mere business relationships. We carefully select partners who align with our values and standards. We understand that the company we keep reflects our brand's integrity and reputation. We grow our brand by empowering others. We understand that the way we present information is just as crucial as the information itself. We focus not only on what we do but also on how our actions positively impact others. We aim to empower and support those around us, fostering growth and creating meaningful connections. Responsibility is at the core of everything we do. We believe that responsibility is as fundamental as the fit of a garment. We prioritize ethical practices and sustainability in all aspects of our business. We are accountable for our actions and strive to make a positive impact on our environment and communities. Kindness is our guiding principle. We prioritize treating others with respect, empathy, and understanding. We believe that kindness creates a positive work environment and fosters strong relationships with our team members, partners, and customers. Seniority level
Seniority level Associate Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Industries Retail Apparel and Fashion Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Varley by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
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$65,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr Who we are: Varley is a contemporary fashion brand for the modern woman. Founded in 2015 by husband-and-wife Lara and Ben Mead, we are an international, family-run business headquartered between London, Los Angeles, and New York. We offer year-round collections, including knitwear, outerwear, and everyday staples, complemented by active pieces to create an elevated wardrobe for how you live and move. We are defined by the women who wear Varley and exist to instil quiet confidence through connections that enhance everything they already are. As women’s lives evolve, so do we. Job Description The is a Brand Ambassador and will provide inspirational and motivational leadership to inspire confidence in the team and clients. They are accountable for leading the retail team to deliver commercial and operational objectives in an omni-channel business. They are accountable for building both store’s client base, delivering the highest level of customer experience, driving commercial growth, and ensuring compliance with all operational policies and procedures. The Visual Merchandiser will work in close partnership with and for the Store Manger in their absence. They play a key role in developing and delivering the retail strategy with a focus on commercial performance, operations and customer experience. People and Leadership: Provide clear direction to the team and foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration. Hold regular team and individual meetings to support, coach and nurture talent. Set targets and objectives in line with business goals, and regularly review progress. Lead the team to deliver exceptional levels of customer experience and achieve commercial objectives. Work closely with the Store manager, and Senior Managers at Director and Board level. Commercial and Operations Set clear action plans to exceed commercial objectives Regularly review and analyse business performance and develop growth strategies maximising commercial opportunities. Support the Store Manager to control operating costs and make recommendations to improve profitability. Compile and present commercial and operational reports to the Senior Management team. Ensure the correct implementation of all operational procedure and policies and ensure the team are compliant. Execute VM guidelines and maintain store standards in line with brand guidelines. Maintain back of house standards and guidelines to optimise business efficiency. Customer Experience Act as the Ambassador for the brand to create and cultivate a culture of trust and community through building long term relationships with existing and new clients. Ensure the brand service ceremony is fully implemented in all client interactions. Support the execution and implementation of retail events and activities. Identify and recommend innovative opportunities to elevate the customer experience. Take full ownership of customers feedback with responsibility of managing the process from start to end. Key Knowledge and Experience Strong leadership, communication and influencing skill Experience working in an Omni-channel environment and using a variety of digital systems and tools Able to solve problems and provide tactical and strategic solution. Project Management experience and able to prioritise and manage multiple tasks. The Candidate A hands on leader who leads from the front and by example. Has a high attention to detail and is meticulous in executing objectives. A strong passion and love for all things fashion and is up to date with current market trends. Agile in ways of working and is able to adapt to meet the needs of the business. Varley Discounts Employee Purchase Scheme with 50% off for employees. Friend and Family Purchase Scheme with 20% off. Health insurance Varley contributes to group health insurance plans. Vacation, Holidays and Sick days Paid time off- is 15 days + 10 National Holidays. Allowance of 5 paid sick days per year. Pay dates. Employees are paid semi-monthly, on the 15th and last day of the month. Pensions Varley contributes 4% to a 401k retirement saving plan. Our People We think of ourselves as an international family-run business that embodies our founders’ commitment to creating timeless collections for the modern woman. What started as a company of two, has grown into a close-knit team of thinkers, creators, and innovators, taking care of our clothes, each other, and our community. Split across the UK and USA, our team is 85% female, making us proud to be a brand for women, by women. We are guided by two core beliefs: the pursuit of qualityin everything we do and looking after one another. Everything else should take care of itself. Company Values We are the sum of many parts. We may have two founders but we are the sum of many parts. The journey is just as important as the destination. We look after one another. We promote diversity and inclusivity as central parts of the culture we are building. We are less when we don’t include everyone. Our successes and our failures we make as a team not as individuals. We pursue quality in everything we do. We should chase perfection in everything we do. Growth is a result of improvements to every aspects of what we do, not just reliant on an individual or department. We grow together. We embrace possibility and push boundaries. We believe that there are no limits to what we can achieve. We encourage innovative thinking, pushing boundaries, and embracing new possibilities. We constantly challenge ourselves to think beyond the ordinary and create extraordinary outcomes. Data-driven decisions and purposeful actions. We base our decisions and actions on data and reason, not on hope. We prioritize and justify our choices through thoughtful analysis. We think before we act, understanding the impact of our actions. Our brand is timeless and valuable. Our brand is our most valuable asset, and we treat it with the utmost respect. We recognize that our brand will outlive us and strive to enhance its value through everything we do. We prioritize long-term growth over short-term gains, ensuring the longevity of our brand's reputation. We believer the best form of marketing is to make better product. Let word of mouth be the most powerful marketing channel. Constantly improve, however marginal a gain. Our product is defined by the quality not price. We respect and exceed customer expectations. We deeply appreciate and value those who choose to consume our brand. We consistently strive to surpass their expectations in every interaction. Our goal is to transform customers into passionate advocates who enthusiastically share their positive experiences with others. We choose partners who reflect our values. We view our suppliers, service providers, and stockists as partners, not mere business relationships. We carefully select partners who align with our values and standards. We understand that the company we keep reflects our brand's integrity and reputation. We grow our brand by empowering others. We understand that the way we present information is just as crucial as the information itself. We focus not only on what we do but also on how our actions positively impact others. We aim to empower and support those around us, fostering growth and creating meaningful connections. Responsibility is at the core of everything we do. We believe that responsibility is as fundamental as the fit of a garment. We prioritize ethical practices and sustainability in all aspects of our business. We are accountable for our actions and strive to make a positive impact on our environment and communities. Kindness is our guiding principle. We prioritize treating others with respect, empathy, and understanding. We believe that kindness creates a positive work environment and fosters strong relationships with our team members, partners, and customers. Seniority level
Seniority level Associate Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Industries Retail Apparel and Fashion Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Varley by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
Medical insurance 401(k) Get notified about new Visual Merchandiser jobs in
Chicago, IL . Deerfield, IL $86,400.00-$138,200.00 5 days ago Chicago, IL $50,000.00-$55,000.00 2 weeks ago District Visual Manager, Full Time, Chicago- Pottery Barn
Chicago, IL $85,000.00-$95,000.00 1 week ago Merchandiser/Auditor Position Available - Chicago IL
Chicago, IL $110,000.00-$130,000.00 5 days ago Northbrook, IL $75,000.00-$110,000.00 2 weeks ago Northbrook, IL $75,000.00-$110,000.00 4 days ago Merchandiser/Auditor Position Available - Chicago Ridge IL
Oak Brook, IL $155,400.00-$200,000.00 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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