Merchandising Manager

Job Description:

• Buying and selling: Working with store managers and department leaders to select profitable merchandise to buy. They may also negotiate prices with vendors. 
   
   
• Planning and executing: Developing and implementing product merchandising strategies to maximize sales. This includes creating planograms to display products. 
   
   
• Managing inventory: Ensuring shelves are stocked with the correct products and performing inventory checks. 
   
   
• Building relationships: Maintaining positive relationships with vendors and representing the employer during communication. 
   
   
• Analyzing data: Using data to determine how and when to discount products. 
   
   
• Training staff: Ensuring store staff are knowledgeable about prices. 
   
   
• Market research: Conducting market research to predict trends. 
   
   
• Operations: Managing operations such as order execution, product development, material execution, and production planning.