Merchandising Manager

Job DescriptionDevelop effective merchandising programs to help vendor partners promote brands and productsProactively work with Product Management team to ensure and plan proper procurement of product stock as it relates to merchandising programs and goals and to produce successful promotion programsDevelop top-level vendor relationships to facilitate and reinforce partnershipsManage Product Merchandising on high impact campaigns (i.e. managing daily deals or similar type of exposures)Coordinate with External Marketing team to execute merchandising programsEvaluate and identify deals for external advertisingManage key tab or category storesIdentify and handle production and supply difficultiesManage process for supplying and managing vendor content on Newegg Business websiteReview key competitor site on a daily basis and use info to more competently merchandise company website and marketing vehiclesMaximize income of MDF and other vendor incentives through innovative merchandising program initiatives and effective sellingResponsible for accurate tracking and utilization of MDF and Co-op accounts for assigned vendors; increase participation and funding levels for all assigned vendors equal to or greater than company forecastsDevelop and implement merchandising team reporting such as performance measurement reportsOther duties as assignedJob RequirementsBachelor Degree in Marketing or Merchandising or 8 years relevant experience3+ years of merchandising experience in an IT e-commerce environment, with experience dealing with major brand vendors1+ year of experience managing vendor P&L including MDF and Co-op accounts and utilizationExtensive knowledge of various e-commerce marketing opportunities as well traditional mediaUnderstanding of Marketing Principles and RetailingAbility to build relationships and maintain strong partnershipsStrong oral and written communication skillsStrong negotiation and interpersonal skillsDetail and result oriented with sense of urgencyExcellent analytical, organizational and coordination skillsTeam-oriented and able to work in cross-functional environment