What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Merchandising position at Morris Furniture Co.,INC.?
DIRECTOR OF MERCHANDISING
Our Values :
At Morris Furniture Company, our values represent our distinctive core beliefs-the Morris way of doing business. Our Mission is "Making Homes Great", and we bring our mission to life through our values of : Professionalism, Quality, Ownership, Collaboration, Integrity and Fun.
Purpose :
The Director of Merchandising leads the strategic vision and execution for all Furniture, Accessory, and Mattress product categories, ensuring alignment with the company's growth goals. This role is instrumental in driving business performance through strategic planning, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration. By collaborating with Marketing, Visual Merchandising, and E-Commerce teams, the Director ensures cohesive strategies that enhance both in-store and digital customer experiences.
The Director will develop annual merchandise plans, oversee vendor partnerships, and drive product development initiatives that meet customer needs and market trends while optimizing margins and securing favorable terms. This role emphasizes inventory efficiency, leveraging analytics to refine assortment, pricing, and stock levels. Additionally, this position involves continuous improvement of merchandising systems and presenting actionable insights to the executive team to drive growth and efficiency.
Strategy & Leadership
- Lead overall merchandise strategy for all Furniture, Accessory and Mattress product categories
- Direct and develop a high-performing team of buyers and assistants through clear goals and mentorship
- Create and execute annual merchandise plans aligned with company growth targets
- Drive data-driven decision-making culture across the merchandising organization
- Create and maintain overall KPIs including GM, Profit dollars, $ / SF, turn, return rate, etc.
- Lead monthly business reviews with executive team on key performance metrics
Product & Vendor Management
Inventory Performance
Cross-Functional Leadership
Qualifications :
Work Requirements :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and sit.
This job description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employees.
Confidential - For the use of appropriate Morris Furniture Co., Inc. employees only. Employment is at will. Neither this document, nor any other, unless specifically approved in writing by the CEO, Director of Human Resources, is to be construed as an employment contract. Morris Furniture Co., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer who is dedicated to a harassment-free environment. All Job Descriptions must be approved through Human Resources.
