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JCPenney
Ast Mgr Merchandise
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What they do
A Merchandising Manager manages the buying and stocking of goods to be re-sold to customers in a retail store, including clothing and other consumer products. Follows trends, anticipates consumer demand, directs buying and manages inventory; displays merchandise that will sell well at retail. Produces or monitors sales reports. May supervise a staff of buyers, in a larger retail store or department, or train and supervise retail sales staff.
$41,370 / year median in Maryland
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Ast Mgr Merchandise JCPenney
- 3.6 Columbia, MD Job Details Full-time $47,740
- $88,660 a year 6 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Retail industry sales team management experience Sales team management Retail management Management experience within retail industry
Full Job Description Overview:
As the Assistant Manager of Merchandise, you will contribute to profitable sales growth by leading and engaging associates, managing company merchandise standards and execution, training and developing associates, and executing sales building programs to enhance the customer experience through driving performance standards.Primary Responsibilities:
Merchandise Execution- Owns in-stock levels through merchandise replenishment activities. Maintains high merchandise presentations standards, actively leads the team in planning and execution of all merchandise and visual elements in the store Customer Service and Sales
- Models, coaches, and holds team accountable for outstanding customer service. Oversees the Manager on Duty program to ensure that associates are actively engaged, and customers are serviced appropriately. Omnichannel
- Supports Omnichannel initiatives to further drive sales and customer service.
Specialty Businesses:
Responsible for driving sales growth in Fine jewelry, Window & Mattress business by leading and engaging associates. Owns the planning and execution of special events within specialty businesses. Team Development- Partners with store management team to source and hire store talent for hourly positions. Plays an active role in the training and development of associates; coaches in the moment, addresses performance issues. Performance Standards
- Consistently meets established performance standards; including but not limited to shrink and safety initiatives, Omnichannel, scheduling efficiency, associate relations, engagement, customer service, profit, productivity, and attendance.
Core Competencies & Accomplishments:
To achieve success at JCPenney, a manager will possess the following competencies:Prioritizes Customers:
Puts customer needs first and prioritizes what matters most to them. Identifies and removes barriers to provide excellent service and experiences.Takes Accountability:
Takes responsibility for excellent customer experiences and reliably delivers solutions that meet customer needs.Produces Results:
Demonstrates a sense of urgency to act decisively and quickly while establishing aggressive goals and takes appropriate risks to achieve results.Works Collaboratively:
Collaborates cross-functionally by sharing information, seeking input from diverse perspectives, and working towards shared goals. Work experience- Minimum of 2 years retail leadership experience Education
- bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience What you get: Eligible for bonus under the Management Incentive Plan. If eligible, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays
- , and 401(k) with Company match. All associates are eligible for an associate discount on merchandise at all Catalyst Brands. For paid holidays, associates who are eligible for paid vacation (MTO) are also eligible for eight paid holidays during the calendar year. All store hourly associates scheduled to work on a designated holiday will receive additional compensation.
- For paid vacation days, as well as eligibility requirements for other benefits, please visit www.
ABOUT CATALYST BRANDS
Catalyst Brands ignites America's most beloved retail brands to make fashion accessible to all. Our portfolio features legendary department store JCPenney, as well as iconic specialty retail brands Aéropostale, Brooks Brothers, Lucky Brand, and Nautica. Established in 2025, when JCPenney and the former SPARC Group combined, Catalyst Brands today operates 1,800 retail stores, shop-in-shops, and eCommerce platforms throughout the U.S. and Canada. It also serves leading wholesale accounts in North America and beyond. For more information, visit catalystbrands.comPay Range:
USD $47,740.00- USD $68,200.