Visual Merchandise Lead (Mitchell & Ness)
Fanatics
Philadelphia, PA, USA
We represent authentic, high-quality vintage sports apparel, honoring sports history through meticulously crafted jerseys, hats, and gear from the NBA, NFL, MLB, and beyond. Mitchell & Ness is known for its Nostalgia collections, historically accurate designs, and partnerships that bridge sports heritage with modern streetwear culture. We celebrate iconic athletes, legendary moments, and the fans who live at the intersection of sport, fashion, and culture.
We’re more than just a leader in licensed sports merchandise; we’re a team united by a relentless passion for our fans and a commitment to innovation. We live by our BOLD Leadership principles: we Build Championship Teams, we’re Obsessed with Fans, we embrace a Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit, and we approach every challenge with a Determined and Relentless Mindset.
The Opportunity
The Visual Merchandise Lead is responsible for driving sales through strategic product placement, store presentation, and data-informed merchandising decisions. This role blends creativity with analytics by leveraging sales trends, inventory data, and customer behavior to optimize the in-store experience and maximize revenue. This position also serves as a keyholder and store leader when needed.
How you will make an impact
· Execute and maintain visual merchandising standards aligned with the Mitchell & Ness brand
· Analyze sales data, product performance, and customer trends to inform merchandising decisions
· Determine product placement, floor sets, and key item positioning to maximize sales
· Own floor flow, signage, and storytelling to enhance the customer journey
· Partner with store leadership on assortment planning and inventory prioritization
· Ensure timely execution of new product launches, promotions, and seasonal transitions
· Train associates on visual standards and product presentation expectations
· Use in-store insights to refine layout and merchandising to improve overall sales performance
· Maintain cleanliness and organization of all displays and stock areas
· Act as Manager on Duty, including opening/closing responsibilities
What you bring to the team
· 1–3+ years of retail experience, with a focus on visual merchandising preferred
· Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred
· Strong understanding of retail KPIs (sales, sell-through, conversion, AOV)
· Ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable merchandising strategies
· Creative eye for product presentation and brand storytelling
· Proven ability to engage customers in a positive, approachable, and brand-aligned manner
· Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with customers and team members
· Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment
· Strong organizational and execution skills
· Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Fanatics Commerce is a leading designer, manufacturer, and seller of licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods. It operates a vertically-integrated platform of digital and physical capabilities for leading sports leagues, teams, colleges, and associations globally – as well as its flagship site, www.fanatics.com.
Fanatics Commerce has a broad range of online, sports venue, and vertical apparel partnerships worldwide, including comprehensive partnerships with leading leagues, teams, colleges, and sports organizations across the world—including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, Formula 1, and Australian Football League (AFL); the Dallas Cowboys, Golden State Warriors, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United, Chelsea FC, and Tokyo Giants; the University of Notre Dame, University of Alabama, and University of Texas; the International Olympic Committee (IOC), England Rugby, and the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA).
At Fanatics Commerce, we infuse our BOLD Leadership Principles in everything we do:
· Build Championship Teams
· Obsessed with Fans
· Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit
· Determined and Relentless Mindset
We represent authentic, high-quality vintage sports apparel, honoring sports history through meticulously crafted jerseys, hats, and gear from the NBA, NFL, MLB, and beyond. Mitchell & Ness is known for its Nostalgia collections, historically accurate designs, and partnerships that bridge sports heritage with modern streetwear culture. We celebrate iconic athletes, legendary moments, and the fans who live at the intersection of sport, fashion, and culture.