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Divisional Merchandise Manager
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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.
$38,356 / year median in Wisconsin
+5% projected growth
Job Description
About the Role The Divisional Merchandise Manager is responsible for the overall management, direction, buying, advertising, Planogramming, and coordination of an assigned category of merchandise and activities. This position will optimize the achievement of sales, inventory turnover, cost controls, profit growth and other buying and merchandising goals and objectives. The Divisional Merchandise Manager will oversee a select group of Category Managers. What You'll Do Develop and execute the long-range merchandising strategy to drive profitable growth, market share, and an exceptional customer experience. Lead, coach, and develop merchandising and planning teams to achieve financial objectives while building leadership capability and succession. Direct merchandise planning, forecasting, and product strategies to optimize business performance and exceed financial goals. Evaluate business results, market trends, and competitive activity to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and adjust strategies as needed. Build and strengthen strategic vendor partnerships while identifying new brands, products, and business opportunities that meet evolving customer needs. Partner with marketing to develop strategies that drive sales, brand awareness, and successful product and category launches. Ensure disciplined execution of merchandising initiatives across teams to maximize sales productivity and operational excellence. What You Bring Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience required 7 or more years of category buying/manager experience required Prior leadership experience preferred Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to handle sensitive data Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment Excellent computer skills, with MS Office Applications Excellent problem solving skills Why Join Fleet Farm? A dynamic and growing company with a strong Midwest footprint. Work alongside passionate professionals who are driven by teamwork and results. Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for growth and development. Make a tangible impact on product availability and customer satisfaction. Fleet Farm is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and gives all applicants for employment equal consideration regardless of race, color, sex, gender, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Fleet Farm will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process. 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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.