A Merchandiser assists with marketing or promoting merchandise in a retail store. Advises on trends and styles; designs and creates merchandise displays in a store, to generate or improve customer sales. Works with sales associates, merchandise managers and product vendors. Monitors customer preferences and sales data.
Since day one, back in 1967, Slumberland Furniture has valued love, dignity, and respect. Being a family-owned company, we are proud to offer a kind, friendly, and supportive atmosphere where we share a common goal. Our goal is to provide an exceptional customer experience and quality furniture for a great price.
Primary Objective & Scope of Position:
The VP of Merchandising leads the merchandising strategy, product assortment, pricing, and lifecycle management for Slumberland across all channels. This role is accountable for delivering a compelling, profitable, and differentiated product offering that drives traffic, conversion, and margin. The VP ensures strong alignment across Supply Chain, Marketing, Sales, and Finance to connect product decisions to in-stock performance, customer demand, and overall business results.
Essential Functions and Accountabilities VP Merchandising:
Merchandising Strategy & Business Ownership Develop and execute a merchandising strategy that supports revenue growth, margin targets, and brand positioning.
Own the end-to-end product lifecycle:
selection, launch, performance management, and exit.
Ensure assortment reflects:
Customer needs and trends Competitive positioning Slumberland brand identity Balance top-line growth, margin, and inventory productivity. Assortment, Pricing & Product Performance Define and manage category strategies and assortment architecture. Establish clear pricing and promotional strategies aligned with margin goals.
Monitor and actively manage:
Sales performance Margin performance Product turns and productivity Make timely decisions on product expansion, optimization, or exit. Ensure strong discipline around product testing and rollout. Demand Planning & Supply Chain Alignment Partner closely with Supply Chain to ensure: Strong in-stock position by category Clear visibility into product availability and timelines Align on forecasting, commitments, and inventory strategy. Take shared ownership of inventory outcomes, not just product selection. Ensure product strategies are operationally executable. Vendor Strategy & Product Sourcing Own strategic vendor relationships and sourcing strategy.
Negotiate and manage:
Cost Terms Exclusivity and differentiation opportunities Build partnerships that support: Innovation Speed to market Competitive advantage Hold vendors accountable through clear expectations and performance metrics. Store Experience & Product Presentation Lead development of store environment and product presentation standards.
Ensure alignment between:
Product Visual merchandising Customer experience Partner with Marketing and Sales to create a consistent and compelling in-store and online experience. Drive clarity on how product is shown, sold, and supported in stores. Cross-Functional Leadership Act as a core driver of the business, working closely with: President (growth, brand, product direction) Supply Chain (inventory and execution) Marketing (campaigns and product storytelling) Sales (store execution and feedback loop) Finance (margin, profitability, and forecasting) Ensure strong alignment between product decisions and business execution. Eliminate silos and drive team-first decision making. Leadership, Accountability & Team Development Build and lead a high-performing merchandising team.
Set clear expectations around:
Ownership Urgency Decision-making Follow-through Develop team capabilities in: Category management Financial acumen Product strategy Ensure strong bench strength and succession planning. Communication & Executive Presence Provide clear, timely, and actionable communication to leadership: Product performance Risks and opportunities Key decisions needed Be a visible and engaged leader across the organization. Actively participate in leadership forums and strategic discussions. Ensure merchandising is well understood across all functions. Measurement, Reporting & Financial Management Own merchandising KPIs, including: Sales and comp performance Gross margin Inventory turns Product productivity Deliver monthly executive-level reporting: What happened Why it happened What actions are being taken Partner with Finance on forecasting and financial planning. Manage and optimize the merchandising budget and vendor investments.
VP Merchandising Benefits Full Benefits Package:
Medical, Dental, Vision, and more Unlimited
PTO 401K
Retirement and Profit Sharing Yearly bonus potential Car and cell phone allowance Tuition Reimbursement Generous Merchandise Discount Potential Franchise Ownership No-cost mental health and wellbeing support through our
Employee Assistance Program Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in related field and seven to ten years of related experience; or equivalent combination of training, education and experience. Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and utilize senses such as vision, speech and hearing. Work primarily within a climatically-controlled office environment. Travel is required.
