Merchandising Manager manages merchandising operations and develops and executes merchandising plans to deliver volume and profit goals. Develops effective merchandising plans for categories and locations, utilizing data representing customer insights, consumer trends, buying patterns, sales and inventory metrics, forecasting, and competitive landscape. Being a Merchandising Manager collaborate with marketing, finance, and buying to Identify new suppliers and products that reflect consumer preferences and drive sales. Coaches and mentors merchandising staff to produce product assortments that reflect branding, buying trends and support seasonal customer demand. Additionally, Merchandising Manager typically requires a bachelor's degree in marketing, merchandising, business or other related field. Typically reports to a director. The Merchandising Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Merchandising Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description
The Merchandising Manager is responsible for executing merchandising plans and weekly work schedules and coordinating staffing plans for the large format accounts and small format accounts where applicable. The Merchandising Manager is responsible for planning scheduled Time off and coverage with the coordination of all Assistant Account Managers, District Managers input and calendars. Daily oversite of staffing and training of new and continued improvement of current merchandising staff, includes hiring and managing all hourly merchandisers. The Merchandising Manager works side by side with Sales Management in coordinating a successful plan of execution and supply chain distribution of A&B products, works with vendor partners on brand execution and supply chain requirements. Assist in all facets of maximizing A&B’s presentation and sales to consumers at retail.
This position will service the Northeast, OK area and will work a schedule of Monday Through Friday with Saturday and Sunday off, some weekends would be required if necessary to fill in for occasional open staffing on a temporary basis.
Requirements
Preferred:
Physical Requirements:
Ability to routinely lift 25 – 75 lbs., climb, reach and perform various physical maneuvers to perform the essential functions of the job.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Current valid Oklahoma or Arkansas Drivers Licenses depending on location. This license must comply with our insurance carrier’s guidelines for an acceptable, insured driver. ABLE Commission license if employed in Oklahoma.
We take care of you: A&B Distributors offers a full benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long Term Disability Insurance, Vacation, Sick and Paid Holidays, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and much more!
EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability.
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