FUNCTION
Lead the development, communication, and execution of Vera Bradley’s visual merchandising projects, ensuring consistency, creativity, and alignment with the brand experience across all channels. Oversee processes, strategies, and operations within the RBE Photo Studio while managing cross-functional relationships to support merchandising objectives. Develop and implement creative and user-friendly visual guidelines for both Brand and Outlet stores.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Note: Other duties may be assigned)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Strategic Planning & Communication:

• Strategize and manage the execution of visual merchandising projects to enhance the brand experience.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Merchandising, Marketing, Sales, Product Development (PD), and Planning & Allocation, to align on seasonal strategies, product launches, and overarching goals.
• Attend cross-functional meetings to gather and share information on product assortments, marketing stories, and display strategies.
• Act as the primary liaison between the Visual Merchandising team and internal departments to ensure seamless execution of visual projects.

Project & Studio Management:

• Own and oversee all RBE Photo Studio operations, including sample flow, shot list compilation, and styling for directives across all channels (Full Line, Factory, and Indirect).
• Develop, maintain, and distribute project calendars for all visual merchandising initiatives, ensuring adherence to timelines and deadlines.
• Manage and coordinate all floor set calls and recordings across channels.
• Lead the creation and distribution of visual merchandising communications, ensuring accuracy and consistency in design, development, and copywriting.

Creative Ideation & Execution:

• Partner with the Visual Senior Manager to conceptualize and execute seasonal product presentations, ensuring alignment with marketing strategies and sales goals.
• Oversee seasonal showroom setups, including creative installations, from planning through execution within budget constraints.
• Scale showroom concepts for fleet-wide implementation, maintaining brand standards and visual integrity.
• Provide in-season merchandising solutions and adjustments based on business needs and selling initiatives.
• Using creative design software, create comprehensive field visual guidelines for both Brand and Outlet stores to ensure ease of understanding and effective implementation in the field.

Team & Vendor Management:

• Manage, train, and inspire the Studio Coordinator, fostering development and growth within the role.
• Partner with vendors on store installations, visual collateral development, and project execution.
• Monitor and manage budgets for showroom and window projects, providing timely and accurate reporting.

Logistics & Operational Support:

• Coordinate transportation and logistics for visual merchandising projects, including internal displays, corporate setups, and special events.
• Maintain and update visual merchandising data in Crosscap, ensuring accuracy and accessibility across all channels.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Visual Design, Business, Marketing, Merchandising, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in visual merchandising, styling, or interior design, preferably in upscale/luxury gift, apparel, or home industries.
• Previous management experience is highly desirable.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Proven project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of visual merchandising principles, corporate leadership roles, and product presentation strategies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, and other relevant software.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including presentation abilities.
• High level of creativity and strong visual aesthetic.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and follow-through skills.
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those an individual must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Office environment with frequent use of office equipment (e.g., computers, copiers, phones).
• Frequent standing and movement required, particularly during showroom setups and store visits.
• Occasional domestic travel to retail locations and corporate offices.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 20 lbs.

We are proud of the competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefit package provided to our associates and their families. Our compensation package is designed to meet our associates today and help them plan for the future.

Health Benefits

VRA offers a variety of medical, dental and vision programs to meet your family’s health care needs.

• Medical plan options including both a HDHP/HSA plan and a PPO plan
• A no premium medical plan for employee only coverage
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending accounts

Survivor Benefits

Life insurance provides peace of mind for your family should the unexpected happen.

• Employer provided 2X your salary in life insurance
• Accidental Death and Disability insurance
• Voluntary life insurance for you, your spouse and your children

Income Protection  

If you are unable to work due to illness or injury VRA provides several programs to protect your income at no cost to you.

• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Paid family medical leave

Retirement Plan

The VRA 401k plan helps you accumulate savings for retirement

• 401k with generous company match, immediate vesting (age and service requirement)
• Strong line up of professionally managed funds
• Safe-harbor plan design

Paid Time Off  

Enjoy generous time off programs.

• Earn up to 3 weeks of paid time off in your first year of employment with opportunity to earn more
• 9 paid holidays a year
• Paid bereavement leave

Give Back Opportunities  

VRA offers the opportunity to serve your community.

•        Voluntary Time Off
•        Matching charitable donations and leadership grants

Holistic Wellness

• Access to a variety of financial, physical, and mental wellness experts

• Employee Assistance Program with access to work/life wellness support including no cost unlimited telephonic counseling services 
• Opportunities for leadership development, skill development and career advancement 

Product Discount

• Generous employee discount on Vera Bradley and Pura Vida products 

Ancillary Benefits and Programs

• Bonus opportunity, identity protection, legal services, pet insurance, cell phone discount, employee referral bonus, annual birthday gift, DailyPay, corporate fitness facility and individual policies through Aflac

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled

Vera Bradley is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. 

Vera Bradley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

For more information, please click the following links:

Vera Bradley's Equal Employment and Affirmative Action Policy

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (in English)

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (in Spanish)

Pay Transparency (in English)

Pay Transparency (in Spanish)

E-Verify Participation Poster

Right to Work Poster (English)

Right to Work Poster (Spanish)

California Privacy Notice

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment application process, please send an e-mail to applicationassistance@VeraBradley.com.  Please include the accommodation you are requesting and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation and other EEO/Affirmative Action issues will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Our intention is to fill this opening within 30 days of the original posting date and applications will be accepted on an on-going basis until the position is filled.