Senior Merchandiser 07D25

The Senior Merchandiser position offers a dynamic opportunity to lead and strategize the merchandising process within our organization. As a Senior Merchandiser, you will play a pivotal role in analyzing market trends, developing product assortments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize product placement and sales. Your insights will be instrumental in determining the direction of product lines, creating winning strategies, and enhancing the overall shopping experience for our customers. You will oversee the merchandising lifecycle from conception to execution, ensuring that our products meet customer needs and align with the company’s financial and branding goals. This role requires a combination of creativity, analytics, and leadership to drive profitable growth in a competitive retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic merchandising plans to maximize product visibility.
• Analyze sales data to identify market trends and customer preferences.
• Collaborate with buyers to select and purchase quality products for our portfolio.
• Oversee product assortment and ensure alignment with merchandising strategies.
• Monitor competitor activities to adjust strategies and exploit market opportunities.
• Lead cross-functional teams in the execution of merchandising initiatives and projects.
• Manage relationships with vendors to negotiate favorable terms and conditions.
• Forecast demand and plan inventory levels to meet sales targets efficiently.
• Optimize in-store and online product presentation to enhance customer experience.
• Prepare regular reports on merchandising performance for senior management review.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements in merchandising.
• Develop training programs to enhance the merchandising skills of junior staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field is required.
• At least 5 years of experience in merchandising, preferably in a senior role.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Proven leadership skills and experience managing cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential.
• Proficiency in merchandising software and tools to enhance productivity.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines consistently.