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F. schumacher & co.

Visual Merchandising Assistant

New York, NYC Full Time

Visual Merchandising Assistant 

About Schumacher  

Schumacher & Co. is an innovative interior design company that is disrupting the $150 billion-dollar global interior design industry. We are a technological leader on the design frontier, constantly pushing boundaries and striving for excellence. With over 500+ employees and growing, we are driven by a shared belief that design transforms life. We are dedicated to the mission of helping our customers “celebrate the feeling of home”. Schumacher designs and produces some of the most beautiful fabrics, wallcoverings, trims, furniture, and accessories in the world. Our portfolio of products is broad, but they are united by a passion for design, a thirst for what is next, an appreciation for what’s come before, a drive to make our products with enormous care and attention for detail. Schumacher is a globally recognized company with a myriad of showrooms both domestically and internationally. 

Our competitive advantage in the industry is people. We believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. F. Schumacher & Co is deeply anchored in our company core values which are as follows: 

  • Preserve The Entrepreneurial Spirit 
  • Take Ownership & Accountability 
  • Be Solutions-Oriented 
  • Demonstrate Courage 
  • Practice Adaptability 
  • Embrace Collaboration 

We empower our employees to live these values daily because we understand how it will positively impact the customer journey. F. Schumacher & Co., also known as FSCO, is the parent company to many brands within our portfolio. This role is part of Schumacher North America, which is the largest division of the company. 

About The Role 

Our Visual Merchandising and Space Planning team is looking to add a dynamic assistant to their team. This role will play an important part in maintaining the brands visual standards through monthly collection launches, showroom displays and vignettes, re-merchandising and renovations. Schumacher has 20+ showrooms throughout the United States and Europe, this position will work closely with each of them. 

YOU WILL: 

  • Manage furniture and accessories inventory for 20+ showrooms. 
  • Organize all furniture and accessory re-orders monthly. 
  • Keep a log of updated showroom pictures and plans with each display change. 
  • Maintain showroom hospitality bar specifications and accounts with vendors. 
  • Coordinate assembly and communication of monthly launch package with Visual Merchandising Manager  
  • Update product placement files monthly with new collections launches, specifying where each fabric and wallpaper is to be hung within showroom 
  • Assist with maintaining the teams sample library, adding monthly launches to category bins. 
  • Make, print and ship all showroom furniture and pillow tags. 
  • Manage production, orders and shipments of special collateral for new collections: stickers, branded memo tickets, category signage etc. 
  • Work with Art Department on monthly showroom posters, window vinyl’s, tabletop signage and special sampling projects as needed. 
  • Update Visual Merchandising style guide handbook and communicate updates with sales team. 
  • Participate in new and existing showroom on-site remerchandising projects, including organizing materials and supplies in advance of trip. 
  • Travel required for re-merchandising trips, including travel for up to 1.5 weeks for new locations. 
  • Assist in office renovations and maintenance helping with orders, repairs, and installs to maintain visual standard. 

YOU HAVE/ARE: 

  • An eagerness to learn. 
  • Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills. 
  • A positive attitude and willingness to be a team player. 
  • A self-starter who can multi-task and thrives in a fast-paced environment. 
  • Can take ownership of tasks with minimal supervision. 
  • A passion for beauty, style and all things design. 
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel. 
  • Basic knowledge of InDesign, and AutoCAD is a plus. 
  • A degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Retail Merchandising, or Art History is preferred but not required 

Benefits Package 

Your well-being is our top priority. Our benefits and total compensation are designed for the whole person, caring for both you and your family. 

Wealth Benefits: 

  • Competitive Salary 
  • Corporate Annual Profit Sharing 
  • 401K Plan 

Health Benefits: 

  • Dental Coverage 
  • Medical Coverage 
  • Prescription Drug Plan 
  • Vision Coverage 
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)