At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60+ retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things, and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth

In a time of unprecedented expansion, we are seeking a Retail Visual Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the operational aspects of visual merchandising and store presentation across our Retail locations. Your role will involve collaborating with various teams to ensure the seamless execution of visual strategies, implementing standardized processes and ensuring that consistency in visual execution and communication are upheld. In this role, you will play an integral part in our Retail division’s visual communication strategy to ensure clear, concise and timely distribution of information. This role will also continuously assess operational efficiencies and work cross-functionally to create and refine process improvements. The ideal candidate is able to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and possesses strong relationship-building skills to influence and inspire others. 

This position requires being on-site full time, Monday to Friday.

A day on the job looks like this: 

• Engaging (in both directions) with Retail partners in a way that seeks to improve the performance of yourself and the team around you 
• Supporting the Visual Merchandising department in all operational functions to ensure projects are on track 
• Working closely with Retail and cross-functional partners; actively communicating to anticipate and address potential risks to projects 
• Managing various requests for visual assets, communicating requirements, establishing priorities and establishing project timelines; ensuring completion of projects from start to finish 
• Showing adaptability and problem-solving skills, including the capacity to adjust and prioritize tasks in response to last-minute changes or incoming requests 
• Streamlining standard operating procedures by identifying opportunities and selecting optimal communication strategies for each project 
• Writing, editing and proofreading division-wide memos, videos and newsletters 
• Continuously updating and maintaining database information, ensuring the platforms are consistently maintained for accuracy

Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for: 

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field 
• 2+ years of experience in a Retail or Operations role; in-store experience and/or Visual Merchandising background preferred 
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat (PDF), SharePoint  
• Experience with Illustrator, Photoshop, Canva and InDesign preferred  
• Ability to work both independently and in partnership with a team  
• Ability to coordinate and collaborate with others  
• Innovative thinker and creative problem-solver with a detail-oriented mindset  
• Excellent time management and organizational skills  
• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills 

And here’s our end of the bargain! 

• Hourly: $22-$25 with an annual bonus of up to 10%
• Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
• On-site preschool for our employees’ children
• On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs
• Generous employee discount
• Casual dress…and we really mean it

At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. 
 
To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers 
 
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.

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