Visual Merchandiser at Firehouse Pet Shop

Visual Merchandiser (Boutique Style, Creative Freedom)

Part-Time / Full-Time Positions Available

Note: We are not looking for entry-level applicants. This role is for an experienced Visual Merchandiser who can create boutique-style displays without relying on planograms or step-by-step direction. If you have a strong eye for design, balance, and storytelling through product displays, you’ll thrive here.

Think boutique fashion or home décor… not big box retail.

If You Are:

• Friendly, outgoing, and enthusiastic.
• Self-driven and enjoy working hard.
• Talented at creating visually appealing displays, particularly in a boutique-style setting.
• A team player who values collaboration.

And You’d Love To:

• "Pet All the Dogs!"
• Make a Difference in an Animal’s Life!
• Work at one of the Top Ten Coolest Pet Stores in America!

We Offer:

• Red Hot Employee Discounts for you and your family.
• Paid Product Training to deepen your pet knowledge.
• PTO Program for vacation and sick pay
• Employee Feeding Programs.
• Retirement Plan to invest in your future.
• Flexible Schedule
• AFLAC program for all employees
• A Fun and Rewarding Job—Come to work smiling, go home smiling!

At Firehouse Pet Shop, people and pets are at the heart of what we do. We connect with each other, our customers, and our community to make a positive impact every day. We believe in teamwork, celebrating success, and creating a place where everyone feels welcome.

As a Firehouse team member, you’ll help create the Firehouse Experience for our guests with excellent service, pet knowledge, and a warm, friendly attitude. Each day brings opportunities to engage with new pets, learn more about the industry, and share smiles with customers.

The Role: Visual Display Merchandiser

We’re looking for a skilled visual merchandiser with experience in creating boutique-style displays. You should be able to work independently, creating stunning, high-end product displays. This role offers flexibility with both part-time and full-time positions available, depending on your experience and ambition. Pay will be based on your background and the level of responsibility you're ready to take on.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently design and maintain product displays on walls, tables, and endcaps—without planograms or direction.
• Prioritize and refresh displays based on sales performance, seasons, and special events.
• Ensure that displays align with the Firehouse brand and maintain a polished, inviting store image.
• Create and execute seasonal and window displays that captivate customers.
• Modify permanent planograms as needed, incorporating new products or resetting displays—all without a pre-set planogram or guidance.
• Create and build gift baskets for community donation program in addition to gift baskets sold inside the store and online.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in visual merchandising (preferably in boutique, fashion, or home décor stores).
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with a keen understanding of space, balance, and color.
• High attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to multitask, engaging with customers while working on displays.
• Outgoing personality with a passion for interacting with customers and starting conversations.
• Regular, consistent attendance, with availability to work flexible hours (including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays).
• Be prepared to show photos or examples of your previous merchandising work (portfolio, photos, or social media links).
• At least one professional reference regarding your merchandising experience is required.

Why Firehouse Pet Shop?

Firehouse Pet Shop is more than just a store—it’s a community hub where pets and people come together. If you’re passionate about pets and visual merchandising, we’d love to see how you can make our store shine!