Merchandising Management Jobs in New Haven, CT

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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Retail Merchandiser

  • Cromwell, CT (24 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cromwell, CT (24 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago

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

Part Time Retail Reset Merchandiser

  • Meriden, CT (17 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Meriden, CT (17 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Minimum: Maximum: Market Type: Merchandising Are you detail-orientated with a love for Tetris or puzzles? Interested in working in retail, but with weekends off? We handle product movement in...

Merchandise Manager

  • Meriden, CT (17 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Meriden, CT (17 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 2 days ago

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited...

Entry Level Retail Merchandiser (Get Paid Next Day!)

  • Southbury, CT (19 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Southbury, CT (19 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 5 days ago

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

Entry Level Retail Merchandiser (Create Your Own Schedule)

  • Branford, CT (7 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Branford, CT (7 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 5 days ago

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

Retail Merchandiser (Next-Day Pay)

  • North Haven, CT (6 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • North Haven, CT (6 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 5 days ago

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

Retail Merchandise Coordinator

  • Milford, CT (9 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Milford, CT (9 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 7 days ago

HomeGoods At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. Youll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and...

Retail Merchandiser Team Lead

  • Bridgeport, CT (17 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (17 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 7 days ago

Minimum: Maximum: Market Type: Merchandising 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...

Retail Merchandiser

  • Milford, CT (9 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 9 days ago
  • Milford, CT (9 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 9 days ago

sections, power panels, clip strips, and cross merchandise Prepare and complete weekly service reports for timely submission via tablet Manage back stock ensuring product is worked to shelf Ensure planogram...

Traveling Retail Merchandiser

  • Fairfield, CT (20 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Fairfield, CT (20 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 11 days ago

All SAS Retail Services Jobs Traveling Retail Merchandiser - Full Time SAS Retail Services - Southport, CT Posted on 04/18/25 (Ref: CTqpY3kE2z) Join our team of Travel Retail Merchandisers! In...

Merchandiser Retail Coverage - Walmart - PRIMARY

  • Shelton, CT (10 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Shelton, CT (10 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 14 days ago

Merchandiser Retail Coverage - Walmart - PRIMARY General Information Company: ACO-US Location: SHELTON, Connecticut, 06484 Ref #: 43478 Function: Merchandising Employment Duration: Part-time...

Traveling Retail Merchandiser

  • New Haven, CT
  • 19 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 19 days ago

Minimum: Maximum: Market Type: Merchandising Join our team of Travel Retail Merchandisers! In this role, we handle product movement at retail. We display it, we move it, we track it; making sure...

Retail Merchandiser

  • New Haven, CT
  • 20 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 20 days ago

Minimum: Maximum: Market Type: Merchandising 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...

Retail Supervisor, Merchandising - Main St - Westport

  • Westport, CT (24 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Westport, CT (24 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 45+ days ago

About Gap Gap has always been about optimistic American style. Starting with our very first store on Ocean Avenue in San Francisco, opened almost 50 years ago by Doris and Don Fisher. The thread...

Retail Merchandiser

  • New Haven, CT
  • 60+ days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 60+ days ago

Maintaining and updating displays according to planograms/ client requests. Conducting break-fix repairs to ensure displays and fixtures are fully functional....

Demographic Data for New Haven, CT

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Merchandising Management Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Master course in merchandising, retail business and retail managementHOW DOES MERCHANDISING WORK?A merchandising activity is anything that helps promote and sell products to customers. Shoppers...

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Salary for Merchandising Management Jobs in New Haven, CT

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Highest Education Level

Merchandising Managements in New Haven, CT offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.9%
High School or GED
21.8%
Associate's Degree
14.0%
Master's Degree
9.5%
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 in New Haven, CT
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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