Rock House Farms (RHF)
Job Details
Job Location Hickory Chair - Hickory, NC
Position Type Full Time
Job Shift Day
Description
Position Summary
The Visual Merchandiser is responsible for translating Hickory Chair's brand vision into a cohesive and elevated experience across the High Point showroom and other branded environments. Working in close collaboration with leadership, this hands-on role develops and executes creative strategies and compelling showroom narratives for each Market, ensuring every detail reflects the brand's identity and delivers a refined, immersive presentation across all touchpoints.
Key Responsibilities Execute and contribute to showroom's creative direction and merchandising strategy. Oversee all aspects of showroom presentation; including, but not limited to, spatial layout, furniture vignettes, lighting, wall treatments, paint, rugs, artwork, accessories, draperies, bedding, and florals. Develop narratives that align with Hickory Chair's vision for High Point Market and other branded spaces. Showcase product in a way that inspires, generates sales and cohesively and elegantly presents Hickory Chair's customization. Responsible for the showroom budget. Collaborate with leadership on fabric and finish to frame selections each Market. Serve as the primary contact for licensees regarding Market orders, visual elements, decorative details, installation process, timeline and budget. Coordinate with internal teams to meet Market order, photography, and marketing deadlines. Assist with post Market photoshoots in partnership with Director of Marketing. Manage and maintain the Mezzanine showroom, an extension of the High Point Showroom, at the Hickory factory, keep space set in a fashionable way year-round. Build / sustain partnerships with rug, lighting, art, flower companies that are mutually beneficial. Write and oversee Market orders, ensuring accurate entry into the system at least three months prior to Market. Create training materials for sales representatives and customer service teams 1-2 months prior to Market to reflect showroom layout / narrative. Be present at each Market to interact with customers, gathering feedback to influence future Market presentations. Lead, motivate, and manage showroom staff to ensure efficient and effective execution each Market Requires occasion U.S. domestic travel Qualifications
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Visual Merchandising, Fine Arts, or a related field. Minimum 5 years of experience in creative leadership, showroom design, or visual merchandising within high-end furniture, interiors, or retail. Strong spatial design skills with deep knowledge of lighting, proportion, and material application. Proven track record of creating immersive, successful showroom experiences that drive sales and reflect luxury brand standards. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office; experience with SketchUp, Autodesk 3DS Max, or similar rendering software preferred. Strong budgeting skills with experience managing and tracking showroom and licensee budgets. Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Ability to balance creativity with business objectives, working both independently and collaboratively. Elevated aesthetic sensibility with an innate understanding of the luxury market and emerging trends. Physical Requirements
The physical demands and work environment expectations described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Prolonged periods of sitting and performing repetitive tasks, including but not limited to computer and telephone usage Able to travel to trade shows & active participation in bi-annual High Point Furniture Market, which includes walking/standing throughout extended shifts Occasionally lifting/carrying objects up to 25 lbs.
Job Location Hickory Chair - Hickory, NC
Position Type Full Time
Job Shift Day
Description
Position Summary
The Visual Merchandiser is responsible for translating Hickory Chair's brand vision into a cohesive and elevated experience across the High Point showroom and other branded environments. Working in close collaboration with leadership, this hands-on role develops and executes creative strategies and compelling showroom narratives for each Market, ensuring every detail reflects the brand's identity and delivers a refined, immersive presentation across all touchpoints.
Key Responsibilities Execute and contribute to showroom's creative direction and merchandising strategy. Oversee all aspects of showroom presentation; including, but not limited to, spatial layout, furniture vignettes, lighting, wall treatments, paint, rugs, artwork, accessories, draperies, bedding, and florals. Develop narratives that align with Hickory Chair's vision for High Point Market and other branded spaces. Showcase product in a way that inspires, generates sales and cohesively and elegantly presents Hickory Chair's customization. Responsible for the showroom budget. Collaborate with leadership on fabric and finish to frame selections each Market. Serve as the primary contact for licensees regarding Market orders, visual elements, decorative details, installation process, timeline and budget. Coordinate with internal teams to meet Market order, photography, and marketing deadlines. Assist with post Market photoshoots in partnership with Director of Marketing. Manage and maintain the Mezzanine showroom, an extension of the High Point Showroom, at the Hickory factory, keep space set in a fashionable way year-round. Build / sustain partnerships with rug, lighting, art, flower companies that are mutually beneficial. Write and oversee Market orders, ensuring accurate entry into the system at least three months prior to Market. Create training materials for sales representatives and customer service teams 1-2 months prior to Market to reflect showroom layout / narrative. Be present at each Market to interact with customers, gathering feedback to influence future Market presentations. Lead, motivate, and manage showroom staff to ensure efficient and effective execution each Market Requires occasion U.S. domestic travel Qualifications
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Visual Merchandising, Fine Arts, or a related field. Minimum 5 years of experience in creative leadership, showroom design, or visual merchandising within high-end furniture, interiors, or retail. Strong spatial design skills with deep knowledge of lighting, proportion, and material application. Proven track record of creating immersive, successful showroom experiences that drive sales and reflect luxury brand standards. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office; experience with SketchUp, Autodesk 3DS Max, or similar rendering software preferred. Strong budgeting skills with experience managing and tracking showroom and licensee budgets. Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Ability to balance creativity with business objectives, working both independently and collaboratively. Elevated aesthetic sensibility with an innate understanding of the luxury market and emerging trends. Physical Requirements
The physical demands and work environment expectations described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Prolonged periods of sitting and performing repetitive tasks, including but not limited to computer and telephone usage Able to travel to trade shows & active participation in bi-annual High Point Furniture Market, which includes walking/standing throughout extended shifts Occasionally lifting/carrying objects up to 25 lbs.