Merchandising Manager

Driving Innovation, Delivering Excellence. FAF Inc. is a leading supplier of jewelry and accessories, known for its design and merchandising expertise and comprehensive end-to-end solutions. At FAF Inc. we are dedicated to creating forward-thinking solutions that elevate the way we do business. With a unique blend of innovative design, merchandising expertise, and decades of execution experience, we provide seamless, customer-focused solutions. Our reputation for collaboration, transparency, and ethical business practices sets us apart as an industry leader. The Merchandising Manager reports to and is supported by the Sr. Manager of Merchandising and Customer Execution. The Merchandising Manager is primarily responsible for the strategic execution of customer opportunities and fully understands the business objectives and provides compelling product assortments that meets and exceeds those objectives. This is achieved by pro-actively driving innovation and out-of-the-box merchandising solutions while leveraging data analytics and customer insights. The Merchandising Manager should be a passionate ambassador of our customers, cultivating a creative environment built of innovation, positivity & productivity. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES The primary Responsibilities and Duties of this position are: Drive Innovation in merchandising & customer opportunities – responsible for “big picture” thinking beyond customer’s expectations to create growth and innovation Responsible for the complete understanding of customer accounts; able to communicate customer’s needs and expectations, educate other team members as well as push innovation in customer strategy Partner with Sales & Business Analysts, and Sourcing to create assortment plans based on in-depth analysis and thought-through pricing strategy Partner with Marketing & Brand Managers to creative innovation in “story telling” (Marketing, signage, packaging, etc.) Collaborate with the Brand Managers to create vision strategies and brand development that align to corporate and customer goals & opportunities To foster a professional relationship with customers based on partnership, trust, skill & knowledge Create and utilize tools to manage development timelines, create accuracy & neatness as well as visibility of information Align with corporate mission and values SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Textiles, Merchandising and Fashion Design or a related field Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a merchandising role, within fashion jewelry or related field, with a focus on positive results and leadership Ability to work as part of a team and collaborating with co-workers Ability to give direction to design, merchandising teams to achieve necessary results Knowledge of retail landscape and apply it to customer product and placement strategies Knowledge of competitors strengths and weaknesses Ability to identify holes in assortments and opportunities with accounts Skill in arranging product & creating programs that stimulate interest and entices customers to make a purchase Strong time management skills required, as well as, the ability to change focus based on customer demands Ability to understand and interpret sales reports Ability to work extra hours to meet deadlines when necessary Must be proficient in Word, Excel Domestic travel to customer presentations when necessary Life Insurance/AD&D/Long Term Disability/Supplemental #J-18808-Ljbffr