Retail Merchandise Specialist
Full-Time
The Retail Merchandise Specialist oversees the execution and maintenance of all visual merchandising standards and processes across the San Manuel Enterprise. The Retail Merchandise Specialist is responsible for creating visually appealing locations by using their creativity to enhance the aesthetic appeal of window displays, walkways, fixture placement, counters and in-store displays. The Retail Merchandise Specialist utilizes a detailed eye and robust styling skills to present a visually appealing environment. Additionally, they are responsible for ensuring a clean and safe environment for all patrons, team members and vendors, while safeguarding enterprise assets and guaranteeing departmental integrity.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
1. Responsible for executing and maintaining visual and creative standards in each location (to provide a visually appealing environment). Responsible for all window presentations, mannequins, seasonal updates in all retail and spa locations; utilizing strong attention to detail for styling, composition, product and lighting. Continually analyzes and challenges merchandising approach to ensure visual excellence.
2. Responsible for implementation of all visual merchandising applications, creative directives, collateral and capital. Assists with planning and execution of workload on the following: signage, visual merchandising execution, special event coordination and new store openings.
3. In alignment with Visual Merchandising Supervisor, utilizes creative and visual merchandising initiatives and marketing/branding strategies to convey intent and vision set by San Manuel Enterprise.
4. Works collaboratively with leadership to plan, implement and participate in structured training and development programs for respective locations; meeting needs of enterprise, team development and enhancement of visual acumen.
5. Identifies additional locations in specific visual merchandising opportunities to support increased sales and enhance guest experience. Effectively communicates with Visual and Store operations teams to contribute new recommendations that improve merchandising effectiveness.
6. Serves as Safety representative for all retail and spa locations.
7. Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.
Education/Experience/Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED required.
- 2 years of retail experience required.
- 1 year of retail visual experience required; specialty retail areas preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and basic email and internet search functions preferred.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Must be able to work independently and as a team player.
- Ability to build effective working relationships with cross-functional teams and individuals.
- Strong aesthetic and merchandising.
- Visual merchandising and new store set up experience preferred.
Certificates/Licenses/Registrations
- At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.
- A qualified candidate/employee must have and maintain a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as determined by the enterprise’s insurance carrier.
San Manuel Band of Mission Indians and San Manuel Casino will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
As one of the largest private employers in the Inland Empire, San Manuel deeply cares about the future, growth and well-being of its employees. Join our team today!
Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel
Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel is located just 60 minutes from downtown Los Angeles in the city of Highland, CA. It is one of the largest casinos on the West Coast, with 7,000 slot machines, 150 table games, and five high-limit rooms. We are one of the top 10 largest casino resorts in the US.
Guests enjoy sweeping views of the San Bernardino Mountains, live entertainment, and a full array of dining options, which include The Pines Modern Steakhouse, Hong Bao Kitchen, Serrano Vista Cafe, Rock & Brews, Chingon Kitchen, Big Mo’ Cafe, and 11 bars and lounges.
The Serrano Spa earned a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star award, and The Pines Modern Steakhouse and Yaamava’ Resorteach earned a Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star award, with all three being the first in the Inland Empire to receive such designation. Yaamava' Resort and Casino at San Manuel also received two 2023 AAA Four Diamonds ratings for the new hotel and The Pines Modern Steakhouse.
The hotel is a 17-story tower with 432 guest rooms. Guests relax in an elevated pool with a bar and private cabanas, the lavish full-service Serrano spa and salon, a health and fitness center, a full array of dining options, multiple bars and lounges, and luxe retail shops.
Indian gaming in California is an exciting, thriving industry. Whether working on the casino floor or providing support to gaming operations as a “behind the scenes” employee, you can contribute to a dynamic and challenging business and have opportunities to learn and grow with the gaming industry.
At San Manuel, our team members define us. Working at San Manuel is more than just a job. It is a career that will help you grow into the successful professional you want to be.
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Our benefits focus on five key areas of wellness - financial, emotional, physical, social, and occupational - because we know it takes more than a salary to thrive. The benefits under each category include everything from retirement, insurance and dental benefits to emotional wellness programs, home repair services, and much more.
