DIVE IN TO A NEW CAREER WITH LESLIE'S:

Leslie's Pool Supplies is the "World's Largest Retailer of Swimming Pool Supplies." With over 1,000+ retail stores in 39 states plus PRO, Service, E-Commerce, Production, and Distribution divisions, there are many career opportunities at Leslie's. With over 60 years of providing best-in-class products and solutions to our customers, there is nothing that we value more than the development and growth of our team. We strive to create a positive and fun atmosphere where our Team Members feel valued and are enthusiastic about the contributions they make to the success of Leslie's

Note: This position is based at our corporate office in Phoenix, AZ, and follows a hybrid work schedule. Remote work is not available for this role. Candidates must reside within commuting distance, as relocation assistance is not provided. Additionally, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored visa support.

This position is not open to agency submissions.

Job Overview

Leslie’s is seeking a talented Visual Merchandising Director to lead our visual strategy and ensure that our retail experience align with our brand vision and meets customer expectations. In this role, you will oversee the visual presentation of our merchandise in retail environments, crafting compelling in-store experiences that drive sales and foster brand loyalty.

What You Will Do

Develop and implement comprehensive visual merchandising strategies that enhance the shopping experience and elevate the brand’s presence in retail locations. Oversee the design and execution of all visual displays, ensuring they reflect current trends and meet seasonal objectives. Collaborate with the Merchandising, Marketing, and Store Operations teams to align visual merchandising with sales goals and marketing campaigns. Partner with Merchandising to optimize store environments based on store segmentation. Establish and manage category planograms Train and motivate store teams on visual standards and merchandising best practices to ensure consistent execution across all locations. Conduct regular market visits to assess competitive merchandising efforts and identify opportunities for improvement. Utilize data and customer insights to inform visual strategies and optimize store layouts for maximum impact. Manage budgets for visual merchandising projects and ensure timely execution.

Skills You Will Need

Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement comprehensive strategies that drive sales success and align with business objectives. Customer Insight: Deep understanding of customer needs, behaviors, and market trends to inform creative direction. Collaboration: Strong skills in building and maintaining relationships with key counterparts in Marketing Strategy, Creative, and Merchandising to ensure cohesive and effective campaign execution. Leadership - Serve as thought leader to internal business units on visual merchandising. Project Management: Ability to oversee the creative brief and briefing process, ensuring high-quality outputs that align with strategic goals. Leadership: Proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams, providing feedback, coaching, and professional development, and managing change initiatives effectively. Creative Vision: Capability to inspire and guide creative development to resonate with target audiences. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate strategic vision and creative ideas clearly and persuasively. Innovation: Capacity for unexpected, creative thinking that drives both creative and business results. Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Visual Merchandising, Fashion Design, or a related field 10+ years of experience in visual merchandising within the retail industry Strong creative vision with the ability to translate concepts into executed designs Ability to think creatively & bring innovative solutions to marketing challenges Excellent understanding of retail metrics and consumer behavior Strong communication and interpersonal skills Exceptional organizational skills with a keen attention to detail. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and lead large-scale projects Proficient in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva and InDesign Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

 Leslie's provides a robust benefits package, including:

Comprehensive medical, pharmacy, dental, & vision plan options. Health savings account (with enrollment in the high deductible health plan option). Health & dependent care flexible spending accounts. Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance. Voluntary supplemental life insurance. Company-paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability insurance. Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) with company match. Paid vacation, sick, and bereavement leave. Paid holidays, including a floating personal day. Employee assistance and wellness programs. Earned Wage access is available, allowing early access to a portion of your earned wages before payday. Product discounts at Leslie’s Retail stores.

Leslie’s recognizes a critical component to our continued success is our people. Leslie's is committed to developing and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within our company and the communities we serve. A key aspect of building a great team is valuing ideas from many viewpoints, which is why we place a priority on identifying and hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives.