Merchandising Management Jobs in Lansing, MI

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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SAS in Walmart - Retail Merchandiser

  • Lansing, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 6 days ago

Minimum: Maximum: Market Type: Merchandising Why us? SAS Retail Services is part of the largest retail services company in the US, working with major consumer brands in Walmart stores in your...

Retail Merchandiser - Electronics - Part Time

  • Okemos, MI (6 miles from Lansing, MI)
  • 21 days ago
  • Okemos, MI (6 miles from Lansing, MI)
  • 21 days ago

Are you ready to dive into the world of cutting-edge electronics and make a real impact? Join ActionLink as a Part-Time Retail Merchandiser for Okemos, MI and the surrounding area. Enhance the...

Traveling Retail Merchandiser - Overnight

  • Lansing, MI
  • 25 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 25 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 - Eastwood T/C

  • Lansing, MI
  • 27 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 27 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...

Merchandising Supervisor

  • Lansing, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Join the leading beverage provider, Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling! Shift: Full Time, Rotating Schedule, Weekend Availability Required Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, PTO, Education...

Traveling Retail Merchandiser

  • Holt, MI (6 miles from Lansing, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Holt, MI (6 miles from Lansing, MI)
  • 45+ 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...

Demographic Data for Lansing, MI

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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...
Retail Management & Merchandising: Short Diploma
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 Retail...
Master Course: Merchandising, Retail Business & Management
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 Lansing, MI

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Highest Education Level

Merchandising Managements in Lansing, MI 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 Lansing, MI
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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