Merchandising Management Jobs

A Merchandising Manager plays a crucial role in the retail industry, as they are responsible for selecting, ordering, and presenting merchandise that will appeal to the store's target market. They analyze sales data to identify trends, forecast demand, and ascertain the best product mix to maximize sales and profit. They also work closely with vendors and suppliers to negotiate prices, quantities, and delivery timescales. Effective merchandising management requires strategic planning, efficient inventory control, and effective space utilization to create an attractive shopping environment that encourages customers to buy.

Key skills for a Merchandising Manager include strong analytical and numerical skills, excellent negotiation and communication skills, a keen sense of style and trend, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. They should also be proficient in using merchandising software and tools. A certification in Retail Management or a related field would be advantageous, as would knowledge of visual merchandising. Before becoming a Merchandising Manager, a person might have roles such as a Merchandise Planner, Assistant Merchandiser, or Buyer in the retail sector, gaining valuable experience in inventory control, supplier management, and sales trend analysis.

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DESIGN WITHIN REACH

Senior Manager of Visual Merchandising

Why join us? At Design Within Reach, home comes first. We believe in creating and sourcing pieces that move with you and are meant to be enjoyed over a lifetime from home to home, generation to...

Traveling Store Merchandiser

  • Belfast, ME
  • 29 days ago
  • Belfast, ME
  • 29 days ago

We want you to help us shape the future of shopping experiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with the products and experiences that enrich their lives. Joining SAS Retail...

Traveling Retail Merchandiser

  • Malden, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Malden, MA
  • 5 days ago

We want you to help us shape the future of shopping experiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with the products and experiences that enrich their lives. Joining SAS Retail...

Retail Merchandiser

  • Temple, PA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Temple, PA
  • 5 hours ago

We want you to help us shape the future of shopping experiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with the products and experiences that enrich their lives. Joining SAS Retail...

Merchandise Manager

  • Brownsville, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brownsville, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying experiencesfor true beauty enthusiasts. At Ulta...

Web Merchandising Coordinator

  • Deerfield, IL
  • 21 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL
  • 21 days ago

Company Description Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading innovation company focused on creating smarter, safer and more beautiful homes and improving lives. Our driving purpose...

Travel Retail Merchandiser (Next-Day Pay)

  • Madison, WI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 45+ days ago

activity, ability to lift and carry up to 4 0 pounds Qualifications: Ability to stand a minimum shift of 10 hours Must be able to take direction regarding tagging, rotating and placing products on shelf Planogram...

Traveling Reset Merchandiser Day Shift

  • Muscatine, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Muscatine, IA
  • 2 days ago

activity, ability to lift and carry up to 4 0 pounds Qualifications: Ability to stand a minimum shift of 10 hours Must be able to take direction regarding tagging, rotating and placing products on shelf Planogram...

Travel Store Merchandiser - Overnight

  • Hardeeville, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Hardeeville, SC
  • 1 day ago

We want you to help us shape the future of shopping experiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with the products and experiences that enrich their lives. Joining SAS Retail...

Traveling Retail Representative - Overnight

  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 1 day ago

We want you to help us shape the future of shopping experiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with the products and experiences that enrich their lives. Joining SAS Retail...

(USA) Manager, Merchandising Replenishment - Seasonal Toys

  • Goshen, AR
  • moments ago
  • Goshen, AR
  • moments ago

... What you'll do... Relocation Required to Bentonville, AR As a Merchandising Replenishment Manager, you will make a direct impact on our customers by driving strategies that ensure our products...

Retail Reset Merchandiser (Hiring Immediately)

  • Lexington, SC
  • moments ago
  • Lexington, SC
  • moments ago

We want you to help us shape the future of shopping experiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with the products and experiences that enrich their lives. Joining Advantage...

Retail Merchandiser

  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 1 hour ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 1 hour ago

Now Hiring : Retail Merchandiser Hourly Rate : $25.00/hour Location : Fairbanks area and nearby territories Schedule : This is a full-time position. Weekends are required. Start time is 5 AM with...

Entry Level Retail Merchandiser (Get Paid Next Day!)

  • Mobile, AL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 1 hour ago

As a Merchandiser, you can service various products, conduct resets, product cut-ins, returns, POP placement and other general merchandising activities....

Retail Merchandiser

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 hour ago

As a Merchandiser, you can service various products, conduct resets, product cut-ins, returns, POP placement and other general merchandising activities....

Merchandising Management Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Careers in Fashion: Retail Marketing, Merchandising, and Management
On this three-week course from Bloomsbury Academic, youll examine the retail level of the fashion industry in three function areas: marketing, management, and merchandising. Explore fashion retail...
Short Diploma in Retail Management & Merchandising
Competent retail managers do more than run stores; they also manage teams and inventory and analyze sales patterns. Are you passionate about becoming one?Here you go with our exclusive Short...
Visual Merchandising and Retail Management Diploma
Description: Visual Merchandising is an essential marketing strategy for your business where you present visual effects such as well decorated mannequins or dummies to attract the customers. The...

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Salary for Merchandising Management Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Merchandising Managements offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.8%
High School or GED
21.8%
Associate's Degree
14.0%
Master's Degree
9.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.4%
Some College
3.7%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Merchandising Managements
None
39.8%
Less than 1 year
35.6%
8-10 years
9.8%
1-2 years
7.3%
2-4 years
6.9%
4-6 years
0.7%


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