Designer Brands
Designer Brands

68 Designer Brands Visual Merchandiser Jobs Hiring Near You

At Designer Brands, our Planning team plays a critical role in connecting customer demand, product strategy, and business performance. As a Planner, you'll be at the center of key merchandising ...

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About Designer Brands At Designer Brands, we are the proud parent company of DSW Designer Shoe ... Working closely with Merchandise, Planning, and Store Planning teams, you'll help create inventory ...

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Assistant Buyer-HYBRID

Columbus, OH · On-site +1

$19.25 - $25.50/hr

At Designer Brands, we are the proud parent company of DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse, The Shoe ... This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working behind the scenes of merchandising ...

As the Visual Merchandiser, you will work hands-on with some of the top brands in the industry, including The North Face, Vuori, Patagonia, prAna, Roxy, KÜHL, Under Armour, Nike, Carve Designs, and ...

Scandinavian Designs - Dania Furniture is looking for a Visual Merchandiser! Location: 865 Blossom ... Our sister-brands (Scandinavian Designs and Dania Furniture) are a contemporary home furnishings ...

At Designer Brands, we are the proud parent company of DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse, The Shoe ... Gather inspiration through market research, trend analysis, and visual sourcing (tearsheets ...

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Designer Brands Jobs Information

What is it like to work at Designer Brands?

Designer Brands, the parent company of DSW, operates with a culture that emphasizes customer-centricity, innovation, and teamwork. The company's structure is organized into various departments, including buying, merchandising, and marketing, which work together to drive business growth and deliver exceptional customer experiences across its retail stores and e-commerce platforms. Working at Designer Brands may appeal to candidates who are passionate about the footwear industry, enjoy a fast-paced and dynamic work environment, and are motivated by opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

What makes Designer Brands an attractive place to work?

Designer Brands is a leading global designer footwear and accessories company with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer experiences. The company fosters a dynamic work environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and creativity, with opportunities for employees to contribute to the development of new products and services. By joining Designer Brands, individuals can tap into a global organization with a rich history, diverse product portfolio, and a commitment to driving growth and success in the fashion industry.

Do workers at Designer Brands get paid breaks?

No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
83% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2025.

Does Designer Brands pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
83% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2025.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 60% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 20% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 20% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2025.

Do workers at Designer Brands worry about hours?

Some people worry about getting enough hours.
50% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2025.

Do Designer Brands workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
40% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at Designer Brands?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
40% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2025.

Do Designer Brands managers change schedules at the last minute?

Some managers change people’s schedules at the last minute.
60% of people say their manager changes their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2025.

Do jobs at Designer Brands spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
17% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at Designer Brands?

Some people find it hard to take sick days.
50% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2025.

Do people at Designer Brands feel treated with respect by their managers?

Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
60% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2025.

Do people at Designer Brands get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
40% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2025.

Is it stressful to work at Designer Brands?

Most people feel stressed out here.
83% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2025.

Do people at Designer Brands enjoy their jobs?

Most people don’t enjoy their job.
80% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2025.

Do people at Designer Brands recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
67% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2025.

Do people get support to advance at Designer Brands?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 50% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2025.

Do people think Designer Brands’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
80% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2025.

Do workers feel well informed about how Designer Brands is doing?

Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
83% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2025.
What are the most popular categories at Designer Brands?
Infographic showing various Visual Merchandiser job openings at Designer Brands in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 62% Full Time, and 38% Part Time. Highlights an 92% Physical, and 8% Remote job distribution.

Merchandise Clerk - Hybrid

Designer Brands

Columbus, OH • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago


Designer Brands rating

5.2

Company rating: 5.2 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

At Designer Brands, we are the proud parent company of DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse, The Shoe Company, and Rubino, operating nearly 675 stores across North America and a billion-dollar digital commerce business. We lead the footwear industry with a diverse portfolio of iconic brands, including Topo Athletic, Keds, Vince Camuto, Kelly & Katie, Jessica Simpson, Lucky Brand, Mix No. 6, Crown Vintage, and others. With expertise in design, production, and sourcing, we create on-trend footwear and accessories, delivered through a robust omni-channel infrastructure and national wholesale distribution. At Designer Brands, we are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity, where each employee's unique perspective contributes to our success. Anchored by our core values of "We Love What We Do," "We Own What We Do," "We Do What's Right," and "We Belong," we continuously drive forward together, building a future where everyone can put their best foot forward.
The Opportunity
The Merchandise Clerk role supports women's footwear through the performance of administrative and operational functions supporting the buying team.
This is a hybrid role with required routine work in our Columbus based home office.
This position is HYBRID based in Columbus, OH.
Reporting to: Buyer
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Sample product management
  • Manages VPI Process and communicates with vendor community when issues arise
  • Completes the sample tracker/photo samples
  • Delivers product to photo studio in a timely manner.
  • Manages sample process and communication with vendors for marketing turn in
  • Requests samples from vendor
  • Ensure accuracy of styles digitally

Data Integrity of style level detail
  • Makes revisions to attributes at the direction of the buying team
  • Works with the buying team and Merchandise Planner on weekly price changes
  • Completes Hierarchy Changes

PO and Inventory Management
  • Brings issues to buying teams attention
  • Works with vendor community on outstanding issues
  • As needed, enters styles into AP Merch Guide or MAP
  • Executes balance cancels at direction of buyer
  • Ensures Purchase Orders are processed by POM Team
  • Processes RTVs in a timely manner

Prints Monday reporting for Buying Team
Required Skills:
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication, organization and follow up skills
• Collaborative team player
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Curious and willing to learn and apply new ideas
Minimum Experience:
• One year general work experience
Minimum Education:
• Bachelor's Degree in Merchandising, Business, or other related field
Preferred Qualifications:
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills
• Previous retail experience a plus

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About Designer Brands

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Designer Brands Inc. is one of North America's largest designers, producers and retailers of footwear and accessories. * Designer Brands Inc. operates a portfolio of retail concepts in nearly 1,000 locations under the DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse, The Shoe Company, and Shoe Warehouse brands and operates leased locations in the U.S through its Affiliated Business Group. * Designer Brands designs and produces footwear and accessories through Camuto Group, a leading manufacturer selling in more than 5,400 doors worldwide.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Columbus, OH, US

Year founded

1969