Associate Merchandiser

Associate MerchandiserThe Associate Merchandiser plays an important role in bringing the Johnston & Murphy product assortment to life across stores and e-commerce. Partnering closely with the Merchandise Manager, this position analyzes sales and inventory performance, helps develop product assortments and buy plans, and recommends allocation and replenishment strategies to drive sales and maximize sell-through. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical and decision-making skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across merchandising, sourcing, and store teams in a fast-paced retail environment.How You Will Make an ImpactBuild assortment plans with Merchandise Manager to insure optimum breadth and depth.Determine optimal SKU quantities based on sales analysis, store selling, and store capacities.Use historical data and reports to determine merchandise allocation plan to maximize sales.Write purchase orders and develop monthly flows for product buys.Manage and communicate buy plans and forecast production projections with Sourcing Team.Determine size scales for orders and adjust seasonally.Produce and Analyze Weekly Sales reports.Analyze merchandise sell-thru's and recommend action plans.Determine, set, and adjust appropriate replenishment models for merchandise (determine quantities and size breakdown) based on current sales trends, store performance, and inventory data. Consolidate & transfer merchandise between stores to maximize sell-thru's.Effectively communicate with store associates, responding to product needs and inquiries.Help coordinate and present Merchandising information for Quarterly and Yearly sales meetings.Limited Travel to StoresPerform data entry related to business needsExperience and Skills You'll Bring2-5 years merchandising and buying experienceRetail store management experience a plusAbility to analyze multi-points of data to recommend action plan to drive business.Strong Decision-making skillsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsCollege Degree in Retail or Business related fieldFundamental math skills to calculate margins, sales, percent sell-thru's, and markdownAbility to effectively prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office / Excel is necessaryKnowledge of Merchandising systems including Jesta and Planning Analytics (PAX) preferredStrong analytical and organization skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong math aptitudeStrong prioritization and time management skillsWhy You'll Love Working HereDay-one medical, dental, and vision coverageDay-one 401(k) eligibility with company match and rollover options for existing retirement accounts40% employee discount across all Geneso-owned brands and retail conceptsPaid time offNine paid holidays plus one floating holidayLife and disability insuranceFlexible spending and health savings account optionsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.