Store Merchandising Manager Creations Boutique - 2.5 Santa Barbara, CA Job Details Full-time $43,000 - $65,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Qualifications Teamwork Merchandising Fashion retail Attention to detail Retail management Management experience within retail industry Full Job Description About the Role Creations Boutique is an Arizona-based boutique inspired by a global lifestyle and deeply rooted in bohemian influences. As we continue expanding into the Santa Barbara market, we're looking for a creative, driven, and detail-oriented Store Merchandising Manager to join our growing team. At Creations, we believe fashion is a form of self-expression. Our stores are thoughtfully curated spaces that blend style, creativity, and connection to create an inspiring customer experience. We are seeking a merchandising leader who has a strong eye for fashion and visual presentation, thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, and is passionate about bringing the Creations brand to life through exceptional merchandising and team leadership. The Store Merchandising Manager plays a key role in driving the overall in-store experience by overseeing visual standards, merchandising execution, shipment processing, and backroom organization. This individual partners closely with the Store Manager to drive sales, develop team members, and ensure the store operates efficiently while maintaining the elevated aesthetic and customer experience that defines Creations Boutique. Responsibilities

• Ensure all shipment is processed efficiently and merchandise is properly placed and displayed throughout the store
• Maintain all visual merchandising standards and oversee organization of the backroom and sales floor
• Coach and counsel team members on visual presentation, sales expectations, and customer experience standards
• Generate and analyze sales and merchandise reports to identify trends, opportunities, and strategies to drive business
• Maximize store sales through exceptional customer service, strong merchandising execution, and key business metric analysis
• Support and maintain a customer-first culture that prioritizes connection, styling, and personalized service
• Partner with leadership to ensure operational, merchandising, and visual priorities are executed seamlessly
• Build strong communication and teamwork across the store team to encourage collaboration and problem-solving
• Utilize strong decision-making skills and business awareness to support store objectives and daily operations
• Assist in overseeing store performance and profitability through attention to detail, visual execution, and staffing support
• Ensure company merchandising, operational, and customer service standards are consistently met
• Develop short- and long-term merchandising strategies that create an engaging and inspiring in-store experience
• Create personalized coaching and training plans that build team skills, confidence, and visual merchandising expertise
• Support personal leadership growth by utilizing company tools and actively seeking feedback from peers and leaders
• Assist the Store Manager with daily business operations including scheduling, interviewing, hiring, employee development, and performance management
• Lead by example on the sales floor while balancing operational responsibilities and customer engagement Qualifications
• Minimum 1 year of Store Merchandising Manager experience preferred
• 2+ years of retail management or supervisory experience required
• Strong sense of fashion, styling, and visual design
• Excellent communication, coaching, and team development skills
• Strong multitasking, organizational, and delegation abilities
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take initiative and drive business results
• Ability to drive sales through exceptional customer service and elevated visual presentation
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving retail environment
• Experience with merchandising execution, inventory flow, and retail operations
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and closing shifts Who You Are You are creative, organized, and passionate about fashion and visual storytelling.

You thrive on creating beautiful spaces, inspiring teams, and delivering memorable customer experiences. You are proactive, self-motivated, and excited to grow with a boutique brand that values individuality, creativity, and community. If you love fashion, merchandising, leadership, and building inspiring retail environments, we'd love to meet you.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$43,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person