Merchandising & Brand Manager at Hudson | Salt Lake City, UT | $67K/yr – $79K/yr

Hudson

Merchandising & Brand Manager

Salt Lake City, UT (On-site)

$67K/yr – $79K/yrMid LevelFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Own brand standards and visual merchandising execution across retail locations.

Own brand compliance audits, store assessments, and corrective action plans across locations.
Must-have: 5+ years in brand management or visual merchandising with leadership experience.
Standout: proven partnership with brand partners and vendors to drive timely, compliant executions.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Conduct regular brand standard audits and store assessments to ensure compliance with visual merchandising, product presentation, and brand guidelines; provide corrective action plans and follow-up support.
Oversee execution of brand-directed visual merchandising programs, seasonal resets, and promotional displays; ensure consistency across all retail locations.
Serve as the primary liaison with brand partners and vendors; communicate brand initiatives, seasonal requirements, and promotional strategies; ensure timely execution of brand programs.
Develop and deliver brand-specific training programs for store associates, focusing on product knowledge, brand storytelling, and customer engagement techniques.
Monitor and analyze brand performance metrics, sales data, and customer feedback; provide actionable insights and recommendations to operational leadership for performance optimization.
Collaborate with inventory and operations teams to manage stock allocation, seasonal transitions, and promotional merchandise in alignment with brand requirements.
Partner with store leadership to ensure brand-aligned customer service standards; provide coaching and guidance to enhance customer engagement.
Prepare and deliver regular reports to brand partners on compliance status, visual execution, and performance metrics; maintain strong vendor relationships and market insights.
Coordinate multiple brand initiatives, seasonal launches, and promotional campaigns while ensuring timely execution and adherence to brand standards

Requirements

5+ years combined experience in brand management, visual merchandising, or retail operations with a focus on brand compliance and commercial excellence.
3+ years in a brand or merchandising leadership role within retail environments.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Merchandising, or related field preferred (may substitute for experience).
Strong brand and visual merchandising expertise with solid commercial acumen. Proven ability in leadership, vendor management, project coordination, and effective communication.
Proficiency in visual merchandising principles, planogram execution, and retail display standards.
Familiarity with retail systems, reporting tools, and inventory management processes.
Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret sales data and brand performance metrics.
Visual Merchandising Certification or related training preferred.
Project Management certification (PMP) a plus.
Ability to walk extensively across retail locations and merchandising areas.
Lift/carry up to 25 lbs for visual merchandising setups.
Schedule: Flexible availability required, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays during seasonal resets and promotional periods.

Preferred

Visual Merchandising Certification or related training
Project Management certification (PMP) a plus

Benefits

Health, dental and vision insurance
Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick)
Holiday pay
Daily Pay- Get your money as you earn it
401(k) retirement plan
Company paid life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discounts across all company brands
Employee assistance program
Training and exciting career growth opportunities

Hudson

3.4 Glassdoor

For four decades, we've helped people realise their potential and supported businesses to grow with the right talent, because the right fit changes everything.Australian owned and operated, we’ve earned the trust of clients and candidates across enterprise and government throughout ANZ. From building high-performing contact centre teams to placing top talent in tech, marketing, engineering and beyond, we bring deep expertise and a personal approach to every search.We know the right job can change a life, and the right hire can transform a business.Built on trust. Backed by experience.We combine 40 years of industry insight with a human-first, tech-enabled approach to recruitment. Our smart, innovative technology enhances how we connect, match, and support our clients and candidates without losing the personal touch.Specialists in talent. Experts in delivery.Whether it’s large-scale volume hiring, executive recruitment, or a single placement, we deliver with precision. Inclusive by design.We champion diversity and inclusion within our teams and in partnership with our clients building workplaces where everyone belongs.

Founded in 2003

Sydney, New South Wales, AUS

2.3K employees (85 in marketing)

au.hudson.com

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