Merchandising Manager

Job Summary 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 to 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 cultivate a team environment. Assists in strategy development and category financial forecasting with Category Merchandisers for each category. Provides analytics and reporting on the top 10 suppliers. Recommends category improvements to management. Participates in strategic supplier meetings with Category Merchandisers as required. Provides input for marketing, communication, and promotional activities. Manages supplier rebate table and coordinates with accounting to forecast. Coordinates the merchandising training programs for the organization. Transfers knowledge from category management initiatives to the organization to improve sales and profitability. Handles customer service/sales issues where appropriate. Keeps updated on all contracts and competitive programs within the supply base. Works cross‑functionally with sales, marketing, logistics, IT, and accounting to support company goals. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: Undergraduate degree in business. Experience: 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 proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) and project‑management software. Professional Skills: Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Independent thinker with strong analytical judgment. Ability to work accurately in a fast‑paced environment. Ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication in English. Ethical, honest, and professional conduct. Ability to work independently and with a diverse team. Attention to detail and ability to follow detailed procedures. Capability to perform basic arithmetic calculations. Resilience under pressure and ability to concentrate for extended periods. Discretion with company information regarding customers, pricing, products, and procedures. Physical Demands Must be able to sit for prolonged periods. 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 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 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 the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr