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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Merchandising Manager to lead our product presentation and retail strategy initiatives. This role is critical in ensuring that our merchandise is displayed effectively to maximize sales and enhance the customer experience. The Merchandising Manager will collaborate closely with buying, marketing, and retail operations teams to develop and implement merchandising plans that align with brand objectives and market trends.
As a Merchandising Manager, you will be responsible for analyzing sales data, forecasting trends, and making data-driven decisions to optimize product assortments and inventory levels. You will also oversee the visual merchandising standards across all retail locations, ensuring consistency and alignment with brand guidelines. Your leadership will be key in training and guiding store teams on merchandising best practices.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in retail merchandising, excellent analytical skills, and a keen eye for detail and aesthetics. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential, as you will be working cross-functionally and leading a team of merchandisers.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence the customer journey and drive business performance through strategic merchandising. If you are passionate about retail, have a creative mindset, and enjoy working with data to make impactful decisions, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Analyze sales data and market trends to inform product assortment decisions
- Collaborate with buying and marketing teams to align merchandising plans
- Oversee visual merchandising standards across all retail locations
- Manage inventory levels and ensure optimal stock availability
- Train and support store teams on merchandising best practices
- Monitor competitor activity and adjust strategies accordingly
- Lead a team of merchandisers and provide performance feedback
- Ensure compliance with brand guidelines and retail policies
- Prepare regular reports on merchandising performance and KPIs
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in retail merchandising or related role
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and merchandising software
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Knowledge of current market trends and consumer behavior
- Experience with visual merchandising and planogram development
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Flexibility to travel to retail locations as needed
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have in retail merchandising?
- How do you use data to inform your merchandising decisions?
- Describe a successful merchandising strategy you implemented.
- How do you stay updated on market trends and consumer preferences?
- What tools or software have you used for merchandising planning?
- How do you ensure consistency in visual merchandising across locations?
- Describe a time you had to manage a challenging inventory situation.
- How do you collaborate with cross-functional teams?
- What is your approach to training store staff on merchandising?
- How do you measure the success of a merchandising initiative?
