Senior Merchandiser 26M26

As a Senior Merchandiser, you will play a critical role in driving our retail company towards achieving its strategic goals. You will use your seasoned expertise and deep understanding of market trends to analyze consumer behavior, plan product ranges, and manage inventory levels. Your innovative approach towards merchandising strategies will ensure that our product offerings remain highly competitive, engaging, and appealing to our target audience. Partnering with various internal teams, you will streamline processes, assist in developing promotional activities, and ensure the highest standards are maintained across all our merchandising initiatives. This role is pivotal in enhancing customer satisfaction and increasing profitability.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed merchandising strategies that support organizational sales and marketing goals.
• Analyze market trends and customer preferences to forecast future sales performance.
• Collaborate with design and product development teams to ensure product alignment with target markets.
• Manage inventory levels effectively to meet customer demands without overstocking.
• Plan and execute seasonal and promotional merchandise plans and activities.
• Oversee the visual merchandising standards across all retail outlets to enhance product appeal.
• Maintain robust relationships with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and pricing.
• Conduct regular store visits to assess product displays and gather market intelligence.
• Manage merchandising team activities, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Analyze sales and inventory reports to make data-driven decisions for product strategies.
• Coordinate closely with marketing teams to align merchandising campaigns with brand messaging.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on merchandising strategy effectiveness and business impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a merchandising role within the retail industry.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data effectively.
• Proven experience in inventory management and sales forecasting techniques.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
• In-depth knowledge of merchandising software and retail management systems.
• Ability to travel to various store locations and adapt to a dynamic work environment.