Merchandising Manager

Merchandising Manager Assist in leading a team of category merchandisers who are responsible for the growth of revenue and margin in specific product categories. The Merchandising Manager will assist in the development and execution of strategy for each category through: Vendor/Supplier management builds relationships and conducts financial negotiations with suppliers Product Mix develops and manages the vendors, suppliers, and products available Pricing maintains competitive and relevant pricing Logistics - works with logistics to optimize supplier shipping performance Marketing positions products through web placement, categorization, and marketing efforts Reporting makes decisions based on reporting and provides status and timelines merchandising team members. Responsibilities Partners closely with Operations, Procurement, and Quality Assurance teams to ensure inventory levels, product quality, and customer demand are aligned with business objectives and profitability goals. Analyzes category performance, market trends, inventory metrics, and sales data to develop merchandising strategies that drive revenue growth, margin improvement, and customer satisfaction. Collaborates with Sales leadership to identify growth opportunities, optimize product assortment, and execute category initiatives that increase market share and overall business performance. Leads and inspires the team to deliver high-quality category strategies Works to foster teamwork within the department and to cultivate a team environment Assists in strategy development and category financial forecasting with Category Merchandisers for each category Provide analytics and reporting on the Top 10 suppliers Make recommendations to management on category improvements Participates in "Strategic" supplier meetings with Category Merchandisers when available and/or necessary Assists in providing input for marketing, communication, and promotional activities Assists in category management activities and projects Works closely with the Admin/Project Manager to set priorities, timelines, and results reporting Develops SOPS and training materials for merchandising Manages the supplier rebate table and meets with accounting to forecast Coordinates the Merchandising training programs for the organization Transfers knowledge from category management initiatives to the organization to improve the sales and profitability of the company Handles Customer Service/sales issues where and when appropriate Keep updated on all contracts and well versed on competitive programs and changes within the supply base Works cross-functionally with sales, marketing, logistics, IT and accounting to support company goals Other duties as assigned Qualifications Undergraduate degree in business 3 years' experience in online merchandising Leadership qualities and ability to coach and supervise Exceptional organization and attention to detail Strong mathematical and analytical skills Negotiation skills 3 years of planning and/or management experience Intermediate to Microsoft skills: Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project management software Physical Demands Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time Must be able to bend, reach and stoop occasionally to reach file cabinets, boxes, etc Must be able to look at a computer screen for prolonged periods of time and type Requires the ability to read written instructions, reports and other documentation The employee must occasionally lift, carry and/or move up to 30 pounds Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus The employee frequently is required to talk or hear The noise level in the work environment is usually light to moderate Working Conditions To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.