What are the responsibilities and job description for the Divisional Merchandise Manager position at Boutique Recruiting?
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A leading retail company is seeking an experienced Divisional Merchandise Manager to oversee the strategy, buying programs, and inventory management for apparel, footwear, and related categories. This role requires a strategic leader with a deep understanding of retail merchandising, vendor negotiations, and product selection. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in guiding a team of buyers, optimizing inventory, and ensuring product availability across a growing network of 55 stores. They are looking for a numbers-driven, analytical professional who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Divisional Merchandise Manager Responsibilities
A leading retail company is seeking an experienced Divisional Merchandise Manager to oversee the strategy, buying programs, and inventory management for apparel, footwear, and related categories. This role requires a strategic leader with a deep understanding of retail merchandising, vendor negotiations, and product selection. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in guiding a team of buyers, optimizing inventory, and ensuring product availability across a growing network of 55 stores. They are looking for a numbers-driven, analytical professional who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Divisional Merchandise Manager Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a team of buyers, ensuring strategic alignment across product categories
- Oversee merchandise planning, category management, and buying programs for apparel, footwear, and accessories
- Evaluate inventory levels, sales trends, and vendor partnerships to maximize profitability
- Work closely with vendors to negotiate terms and maintain optimal replenishment strategies
- Conduct regular in-person vendor meetings to optimize product selection and sizing strategies
- Develop seasonal product assortments, ensuring alignment with customer preferences and sales goals
- Strategically plan purchasing cycles to ensure proper inventory for peak seasons
- Analyze regional trends and consumer behavior across multiple locations to drive buying decisions
- Collaborate with internal teams to maintain ERP systems and ensure data accuracy
- Contribute to the company’s aggressive expansion plans, supporting the growth from 55 to 200 stores in the next five years
- 5 years of supervisory experience in retail merchandising or buying
- Proven expertise in managing buying programs, vendor negotiations, and product planning
- Strong background in retail apparel merchandising with experience in workwear or similar categories
- Experience in high-volume retail environments
- Analytical mindset with strong financial acumen to drive category profitability
- ERP system experience
- Ability to work onsite and relocate if necessary
- Experience overseeing multiple product categories in a large regional market is a plus
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills to guide a team of buyers
- Ability to adapt to a fast-growing business with evolving needs
- Competitive salary
- Relocation assistance available
- Fantastic PTO
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity to grow within a rapidly expanding company
