Merchandise Manager Jobs

Job Title: RETAIL PERISHABLE FOOD SALES MERCHANDISER Company: John Morrell & Co. Location: Seattle, WA Description: John Morrell & Co., a $1.5 billion division of Smithfield Foods, Inc., has a career opportunity available as a Retail Sales Merchandiser to be based in Seattle Market area. Candidate will be directly responsible for retail execution of Distribution, Placement, Pricing and Promotional initiatives for Independent Retail Customers store level activity. Must work well with other team members and have excellent communication skills. We offer an excellent salary, exceptional benefits including pension, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and vehicle reimbursement program. If you have the skills, are committed to being a valued contributor and enjoying your job, please send your resume to [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] , fax to Register to View or mail to: Corporate Human Resources Manager John Morrell & Co. P. O. Box 5266 Sioux Falls , SD 57110-5266

Job Title: Permanent Part-Time Merchandiser Company: Premium Retail Services Location: Truth or Consequences, NM Description: PREMIUM RETAIL SERVICES IS HIRING PERMANENT, PART-TIME MERCHANDISER NEEDED IMMEDIATELY IN TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, NEW MEXICO Premium Retail Services is a national merchandising company with corporate headquarters in suburban St. Louis, Missouri. Through providing superior service and innovative solutions to our clients, we have become an industry leader. Our Company motto is “Gotta Be Great” and we are looking for more “great” employees to join our team. We are looking for a permanent, part-time merchandiser for on-going, consistent work in a brand new retailer in Truth or Consequences. Interested Candidates Apply On-line.... · Go to www.premiumretail.com · Click on the “interested in employment “ icon in the bottom right-hand corner · Click on “Data Profile For Retail Representative ” found in the left side listings · For job code please put BH/CB-NM · OR REPLY DIRECTLY TO [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] · OR CALL 8 00-832-6755 EXT 2512 We look forward to hearing from you IMMEDIATELY!

Job Title: MERCHANDISE MANAGER- NEW STORE OPENING! Company: Aritzia Location: Chicago, IL Description: MERCHANDISE MANAGER ARITZIA is a leading fashion retailer located in select cities within the U.S. and Canada. We’re launching our first store in Chicago , opening this summer at Water Tower Place ! Aritzia is a multi-label luxury apparel retailer for affluent, style-forward women. Aritzia is about connecting to the energy of the culture through a boutique retail environment that is aspirational and accessible. Established in 1984, our boutiques are now featured in select cities across the US and Canada. We’re inspired by the energy of the culture and connecting you to it, bringing everything we love together in one place. Our favorite book and magazines, music you have to hear and of course, the fashion. Every store design is unique, from the art work and graphics, to our friends who DJ in store. The Aritzia experience is one of a kind. If you love fashion, are product saavy, and excel at customer service - then we want to hear from you! Reporting to the Store Manager and working closely with the District Merchandise Manager (DMM), the Merchandise Manager is responsible for managing the merchandise function in the store. This is a key position as the Merchandise Manager must ensure our merchandise is effectively received, presented, maintained, and shipped according Aritzia's standards. Required Skills: · Excellent organization and time management skills · Ability to manage stock quickly and efficiently · Possesses strong communication, interpersonal and problem resolution skills · Strong work ethic · Previous experience managing the merchandise function an asset · Open availability and flexibility to work nights, weekends, store openings and other special events according to the needs of the business Experience: 1 year of related experience and 1 year progressively responsible retail experience. Apply Now: If you are interested in an exciting career in the fashion apparel industry, please forward us your resume and cover letter by June 15th 2008. Please note the job title in the subject line. If you have industry-related experience, we want to hear from you! NOTE: Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. If you are not contacted for this position, please accept our sincere thanks and appreciation for your interest in Aritzia! Contact: Register to View www.aritzia.co m

Job Title: Merchandiser - Seasonal Part Time: Frederick, MD Company: Location: Frederick, MD Description: Hasbro, Inc. is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of games and toys ranging from traditional to high-tech. Our brands include MONOPOLY, CANDYLAND, TONKA, NERF, MY LITTLE PONY and TRANSFORMERS and provide the highest quality and most recognizable play experiences in the world! Come Play With Us! We are looking for a seasonal Retail Merchandiser who will build relationships with our key retail accounts and execute timely and effective product merchandising initiatives across all Hasbro categories. This is a TEMPORARY part-time position for approximately 3 months (September thru December); with flexible hours that involves travel throughout a designated area. We offer a competitive hourly rate and a per diem for travel expenses. Specific days and hours are determined on an individual basis, according to the needs of the territory. Using your time management skills you will positively impact sales by: coordinating in-store promotional activities; implementing point-of-purchase material; performing planogram compliance and re-sets, and achieving on-shelf product merchandising objectives. You will maintain successful account relationships through scheduled store calls and ongoing communication with management teams. The ideal candidate will be a quick learner, flexible, can work as part of a team in a busy retail environment and is available to work daytime hours and occasional weekends. Basic qualifications for the seasonal Retail Merchandiser position include: -High School diploma -Willingness to work flexible hours -Reliable transportation/car insurance -Access to internet, email and printer -Able to climb ladders and lift up to 40lbs Desired qualifications include: -6 months to one year experience in a Retail/Merchandising environment -Good communication and interpersonal skills preferred. We look forward to hearing from you! Click 'Apply Now'

Job Title: Retail Visual Merchandiser Company: Beauty Alliance Inc. Location: Jackson, MS Description: Retail Visual Merchandising Designer Company Description: Beauty Alliance , a leading distributor of professional beauty products. L’Oréal USA, a subsidiary of L’Oréal Professionél Paris, has acquired 100% of Beauty Alliance and all of its subsidiaries making Beauty Alliance one of the largest and fastest growing professional salon distributorships in the U.S.

Job Title: Senior Buyer/Merchandise Manager Company: Career Management Location: Morristown, NJ Description: Senior Buyer/Merchandise Manager Our client, a "category killer" based in New Jersey has an opening for a S enior Buyer/Merchandise Manager for their retail business. This individual will manage all aspects of both strategic and day to day merchandising for their area, determining appropriate merchandise in stores based on departmental and company goals. Key job responsibilities include: -analyzing business programs -teaming with the planning team -working with the marketing and advertising dept -working with visual merchandising team -continuously shopping the competition --training their subordinates THIS PERSON CAN BE EITHER A HARD GOODS OR SOFT GOODS MERCHANT. Email your resume to: Register to View

Job Title: Store Merchandiser (1977) Company: Free People Location: Washington, DC Description: Store Merchandiser Our goal at Urban Outfitters is to be the brand of choice for well-educated, urban-minded young adults. We accomplish our objective by creating a differential shopping experience, which creates an emotional bond with the 18 to 30 year old target customer that we serve. Our stores offer a unique and eclectic mix of fashion merchandise in a lifestyle sensitive store environment. Products range from women's & men's apparel, accessories and footwear to items for the apartment, as well as gifts and novelties. Urban Outfitters operates stores in North America, and Europe as well as the Urban Direct web site and catalog. Title: Store Merchandiser Reports to: - District Merchandising Manager creative direction, training and feedback - Store Manager all operational activities Oversees: Display Artist, Merchandising Associate (if applicable), Assistant Merchandiser (if applicable) Main Objective: To set the highest standard possible for visual excellence to produce an environment that is creative, dynamic and entertaining for our customers. Partner with the Store Manager and District Merchandising Manager to analyze business needs weekly to maximize product sell-through. Merchandising and Display: - Understand and interpret current fashion trends in local markets in order to generate creative solutions. - Actively seek outside inspiration and apply personal talent to develop and contribute unique perspectives to the overall display concept. - Consistently lead and collaborate with the Display Artist and Merchandising Associate, which results in innovative and timely project execution. - Proactively manage and have ultimate accountability for the floor set process through effective planning, detailed mapping, clean execution and timely completion. - Show understanding of customer through creative photo layouts. People: - Partner with the Store Manager in facilitating the relationship between the management and visual teams to enhance the store environment. - Coach team members on merchandise placement, merchandising standards and business analysis. - Develop Display Artist and Merchandising Associate by setting obtainable goals and providing constructive feedback. - Recognize and train talented individuals for advancement into the visual side of the organization. Leadership and Communication: - Effectively delegate projects while at the same time allowing others the creativity to succeed by making their own decisions. - Communicate merchandising concepts and trends to the team through meetings, weekly walkthroughs and inspiration boards. - Inspire a shared vision which leads others to work toward a common, collaborative goal by sharing inspiration, new ideas and pertinent information from the Home Office with team members. Managing the Environment: - Actively participate in daily meetings by contributing new product knowledge, setting daily merchandising tasks and sharing merchandising updates. - Uphold the Company's Mystery Shop standards and maintain Company-average results. - Take a proactive approach to planning and executing all merchandising projects to ensure that the store environment remains safe, clean and organized. Operations: In conjunction with Store Manager: - Support sales generation by creating an environment that highlights the appearance of the product and reflects the customer's lifestyle and interests. - Achieve a functional Shipment Processing system to ensure that merchandise is placed promptly and the sales floor is fully stocked. - Give clear direction for executing proper promotion and markdown placement. - Maintain an organized office, signage storage area and fixture room. - Assist in achieving the store shrinkage goal through strategic placement of merchandise and organization of the product both on the floor and in backstock. We ask that you apply for this job directly through our website. Please click on the following link: http://hostedjobs.openhire.com/epostings/jobs/submit.cfm?fuseaction=dspjob&jobid=188982&company_id=15602&jobboardid=14

Job Title: Part Time Merchandiser Company: Schwan\'s Consumer Brand Location: Kankakee, IL Description: Merchandiser SCHWAN’S CONSUMER BRANDS NORTH AMERICA, INC. Immediate Opportunity Schwan’s Consumer Brands North America markets leading brands including Tony’s® , Red Baron® , Freschetta® , Pagoda® and Larry’s® that have made The Schwan Food Company a leader in the frozen food aisles of grocery, warehouse, club and convenience stores across America. Part - Time Merchandiser Kankakee and Bourbonnais Illinois and Surrounding Area GENERAL PURPOSE This position is responsible for accurate shelving of company products at assigned customers at the store level. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Takes products from customer's storage freezer and stock these products on shelves Adjusts product facings as necessary Rotates products in the customer's freezer display case Supports and merchandises all products within the company designated portfolio Assists with re-sets of product by understanding store plans Rearranges stock in the customer's storage freezer Maintains positive customer relationships to ensure maximum product display Assists in the pre-ordering of sales for delivery to customers

Job Title: Merchandiser - Hispanic and Specialty Company: iPRO Location: Minneapolis, MN Description: A leading food distribution company is looking for an experienced Merchandiser to lead the Hispanic and Specialty categories. Our core business, food distribution, serves independent retailers and military commissaries in 31 states, the District of Columbia, Europe, Cuba, Puerto Rico, the Azores, and Egypt. The company function is purpose-driven, team-centered culture that respects individuality, demands integrity, encourages innovation and celebrates success. We are currently looking for a Merchandiser to plan, lead and execute the Hispanic and Specialty programs to meet sales, customer satisfaction and net profitability targets for the entire company. Recommends category strategies and tactics including promotion, marketing, assortment and pricing programs. Responsibilities: Plans, directs and monitors Hispanic and Specialty merchandising categories in terms of product, placement, pricing and promotion to maximize sales and earnings. Has a major focus on cost of goods to provide corporate and independent retailers the most competitive pricing possible. Partners with Retail Alternative Format Directors with merchandising plans and local execution for an assigned market. Partners with our corporate and independent retailers, educating, training and selling them on the opportunities in Hispanic/ Specialty categories. Offers training seminars and develops panels with Best in Class retailers to share strategies and tactics. Accountable for wholesale gross profit components of the Hispanic department to include buyer and vendor margins. Develops private label programs through new item development, enhancements to packaging and promotion. Yearly review of total private label sales percent of total sales. Responsible for category assortments, ensuring maximum sales per sku. Also continuous review of competitors assortment for opportunities. Responsible for national merchandising plans, local execution requirements for specific markets, definition of go-to market strategies for specific markets and specific customers. Responsible for competitive ad checks and managing maximum retail pricing in ads. Prepares weekly and monthly advertising and merchandising programs. Supports new and existing wholesale customer program and sales development. Responsible for development and maintenance of all emerging items and categories and for timely promotional and inventory support. Requirements: Management Experience NOT Required Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or other related field or equivalent combination of education and/ or experience 5+ years Merchandising or other related experience, preferably within a Hispanic market The ability to fluently speak, read, and write English and colloquial Spanish is required to perform this function for the AVANZA and other alternative formats Excellent oral and written communication skills with strong leadership skills. Ability to multi-task, prioritize accordingly and deliver results. Working level or higher proficiency with MS Office Ability to travel up to 40% to company and independent retailers, distribution centers and vendor locations Compensation: Base Salary $75,000 to $90,000 Annually with Full Benefits Contact: Glory Sawyer Tel: Register to View x 106 Register to View

Job Title: Merchandise Manager Company: BARNES & NOBLE BOOKSELLERS Location: Scottsdale, AZ Description: Merchandise Manager Barnes & Noble OUR MISSION is to operate the best specialty retail business in America, regardless of the product we sell. Because the product we sell is books, our aspirations must be consistent with the promise and the ideals of the volumes that line our shelves. To say that our mission exists independent of the product we sell is to demean the importance and the distinction of being booksellers. AS BOOKSELLERS, we are determined to be the very best in our business, regardless of the size, pedigree, or inclinations of our competitors. We will continue to bring our industry nuances of style and approaches to bookselling that are consistent with our evolving aspirations. ABOVE ALL, we expect to be a credit to the communities we serve, a valuable resource to our customers, and a place where our dedicated booksellers can grow and prosper. Toward this end, we will not only listen to our customers and booksellers but embrace the idea that the company is at their service. Merchandise Manager WHAT YOU DO Oversee merchandise presentation and ensure all daily operations are consistent with our bookselling culture, world-class customer service focus and merchandising standards. Assist store management in maintaining a profitable store by helping booksellers deliver superior customer service. Assist in the interviewing, training, development and evaluation of booksellers, while fostering an employee-centric environment. Responsible for the store and staff when fulfilling the role of manager-on-duty. WHAT’S REQUIRED At least two years of management experience, preferably in a retail environment. Strong analytical skills and knowledge of the competition to identify opportunities and drive sales. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to establish focused direction and execute the workload. Work on the selling floor, requiring physical activity. Flexible schedule-our stores are open daily, which requires early morning, evening, weekend and holiday availability. Interested candidates, please forward your resume, including salary requirements to: Barnes and Noble, Attn District Office, 7030 E. Greenway Pkwy. #150, Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Or Fax to Register to View To learn more about Barnes & Noble Booksellers please go to www.barnesandnobleinc.com . We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. ce