POSITION OVERVIEW :
The Director of Brand Merchandise primary role is to strategically guide assigned categories to achieve financial targets and enhance customer satisfaction.
This position will oversee a team of category managers to fulfill the merchandising department’s strategic goals.
PRIMARY DUTIES :
- Develop and implement strategic plans for General Merchandise, Trucker Merchandise, Mobile Technologies, and Electronics categories.
- Supervise a team of category managers and support staff.
- Direct departmental strategy, with a focus on private brand initiatives and global sourcing.
- Manage key merchandising projects, ensuring timely execution and successful outcomes.
- Establish and maintain systems and workflows to support efficient merchandising operations.
- Create project plans, set milestones, and track progress to ensure strategic alignment.
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to achieve merchandising objectives and promote teamwork.
- Mentor and support the team, fostering a culture of productivity, accountability, and innovation.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and optimize resources.
- Manage the 4 P’s of Marketing (product, place, price, promotion) for assigned categories.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to boost financial performance and enhance customer experience.
- Develop and implement KPIs to measure the strategic success of assigned categories.
- Utilize analytical tools to make data-driven decisions.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
- Education :
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Experience :
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in retail category management.
- Over 5 years of experience managing a team or department.
- Proven experience in managing vendor relations and strategic planning.
- Experience with accounts payable, technical developments, or implementation is a plus.
- Product development experience is advantageous.
SKILLS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
- Skills :
- Technical skills : Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Tableau, and inventory management systems.
- Soft skills : Strong written and verbal communication, ability to navigate ambiguity and stress, attention to detail, excellent organizational and time management skills, and effective follow-up.
- Physical Requirements :
- Flexible scheduling and the ability to travel frequently.
- Prolonged sitting, occasional bending, and stooping.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
- Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.
- Normal range of hearing and vision required.
30+ days ago