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Merchandising Manager
Job Req ID:
625
Location:
Apex, NC, US, 27539
Work Arrangement:
Onsite
The Blueprint (Role Profile)
The Merchandising Manager is focused on developing and deploying merchandising systems for Crescent and GEARWRENCH brands. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Channel Marketing, this role is the at center of the division’s efforts to accelerate our depth and breadth of penetration in focus channels and ensure best-in-class showroom visibility. Partnering cross-functionally, this role creates the programs and materials that showcase the brand at the point of sale .
Come build your future with us!
The Build (Responsibilities)
Coordinates with sales and channel teams to refine sell-in programs to increase the depth and breadth of penetration in target channels (updated/reviewed annually)
Actively reviews competitive merchandising trends and continuously improves the merchandising program
Identifies cost reduction and simplification opportunities by working closely with purchasing and supply chain on merchandising collateral
Owns forecasting and inventory of merchandising components
Serve as thought leader for division in merchandising by identifying industry and competitive trends in merchandising
Order process monitoring – creating/updating Excel order forms and monitoring processing times with the customer service team
Assortment analysis- monitor sales and industry trends and adjust assortment where needed
Works with the product marketing team to maintain current records for product modules and update programs for new product launches
Works with outside vendors to maintain the best cost merchandising elements
Maintains updated images and assortment for all modules in Crescent and GEARWRENCH portfolio
Maintains merchandising catalog and updates when product, packaging, or signing are changing (January and June)
Maintain a clean and organized work environment in the Merchandising Room
The Toolbox (Qualifications)
Bachelor’s degree in marketing or business administration.
Three to five years relevant experience in sales, channel, or marketing in a distributed branded company
Proven project management skills and end-to-end project ownership
Ability to influence and represent the company in all types of business situations.
Excellent presenter (internal staff meetings, customer meetings, etc) with strong written and oral communication skills (emails, flyers, conference calls, etc)
Selling or customer contact experience preferred, experience with distribution preferred .
Cross-functional team management.
Computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); database skills a plus.
Hands-on – able to dive into and manage the details, as well as provide overall strategic thinking and leadership.
Ability to deliver results and prioritize tasks in a fast-moving, dynamic environment
Exceptional problem-solving skills, ability to incorporate data-driven insights into programs
Strong bias for action, urgency
At Apex Tool Group (www.apextoolgroup.com), we build innovation. Each day, our associates strive to find new and exciting ways to help our customers solve their most complex challenges. By harnessing our global resources, unprecedented insights and spirit for service, we build more than just tools for the jobsite – we help build the future.
ATG is a global manufacturer of hand and power tools, tool storage and accessories, chain, and electronic soldering solutions with more than $1.2 billion in annual revenues. Our 6,700 associates around the world have built powerhouse brands like GEARWRENCH®, SATA®, Crescent®, Cleco®, Weller® and APEX®. Our brands are trusted by the professional trades and DIY enthusiasts alike. With our roots dating back to the 1800’s, our tools have driven technological advancements that drive efficiency, speed and safety for customers in a broad range of commercial and consumer markets.
As part of the ATG team, you will move fast, think globally, learn from your colleagues and grow your career. You’ll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work/life balance and have opportunities to give back to the communities we serve.
Our six core values - Customers Come First, Integrity in All We Do, Continuous Improvement, Innovation for Growth, Passion to Succeed and Best Talent, One Team - drive our daily decisions. Connect with us on social media to learn more – Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
If your goal is to work where finding a better way never ends and your ideas become reality, join us and say #WeBuildATG!
Nearest Major Market: Raleigh
Apex Tool Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
Merchandising Manager
Job Req ID:
625
Location:
Apex, NC, US, 27539
Work Arrangement:
Onsite
The Blueprint (Role Profile)
The Merchandising Manager is focused on developing and deploying merchandising systems for Crescent and GEARWRENCH brands. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Channel Marketing, this role is the at center of the division’s efforts to accelerate our depth and breadth of penetration in focus channels and ensure best-in-class showroom visibility. Partnering cross-functionally, this role creates the programs and materials that showcase the brand at the point of sale .
Come build your future with us!
The Build (Responsibilities)
Coordinates with sales and channel teams to refine sell-in programs to increase the depth and breadth of penetration in target channels (updated/reviewed annually)
Actively reviews competitive merchandising trends and continuously improves the merchandising program
Identifies cost reduction and simplification opportunities by working closely with purchasing and supply chain on merchandising collateral
Owns forecasting and inventory of merchandising components
Serve as thought leader for division in merchandising by identifying industry and competitive trends in merchandising
Order process monitoring – creating/updating Excel order forms and monitoring processing times with the customer service team
Assortment analysis- monitor sales and industry trends and adjust assortment where needed
Works with the product marketing team to maintain current records for product modules and update programs for new product launches
Works with outside vendors to maintain the best cost merchandising elements
Maintains updated images and assortment for all modules in Crescent and GEARWRENCH portfolio
Maintains merchandising catalog and updates when product, packaging, or signing are changing (January and June)
Maintain a clean and organized work environment in the Merchandising Room
The Toolbox (Qualifications)
Bachelor’s degree in marketing or business administration.
Three to five years relevant experience in sales, channel, or marketing in a distributed branded company
Proven project management skills and end-to-end project ownership
Ability to influence and represent the company in all types of business situations.
Excellent presenter (internal staff meetings, customer meetings, etc) with strong written and oral communication skills (emails, flyers, conference calls, etc)
Selling or customer contact experience preferred, experience with distribution preferred .
Cross-functional team management.
Computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); database skills a plus.
Hands-on – able to dive into and manage the details, as well as provide overall strategic thinking and leadership.
Ability to deliver results and prioritize tasks in a fast-moving, dynamic environment
Exceptional problem-solving skills, ability to incorporate data-driven insights into programs
Strong bias for action, urgency
At Apex Tool Group (www.apextoolgroup.com), we build innovation. Each day, our associates strive to find new and exciting ways to help our customers solve their most complex challenges. By harnessing our global resources, unprecedented insights and spirit for service, we build more than just tools for the jobsite – we help build the future.
ATG is a global manufacturer of hand and power tools, tool storage and accessories, chain, and electronic soldering solutions with more than $1.2 billion in annual revenues. Our 6,700 associates around the world have built powerhouse brands like GEARWRENCH®, SATA®, Crescent®, Cleco®, Weller® and APEX®. Our brands are trusted by the professional trades and DIY enthusiasts alike. With our roots dating back to the 1800’s, our tools have driven technological advancements that drive efficiency, speed and safety for customers in a broad range of commercial and consumer markets.
As part of the ATG team, you will move fast, think globally, learn from your colleagues and grow your career. You’ll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work/life balance and have opportunities to give back to the communities we serve.
Our six core values - Customers Come First, Integrity in All We Do, Continuous Improvement, Innovation for Growth, Passion to Succeed and Best Talent, One Team - drive our daily decisions. Connect with us on social media to learn more – Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
If your goal is to work where finding a better way never ends and your ideas become reality, join us and say #WeBuildATG!
Nearest Major Market: Raleigh
