Merchandising Management Jobs in Virginia

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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Traveling Retail Merchandiser

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 15 days ago

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 stores and their product suppliers have the...

Traveling Store Merchandiser

  • Springfield, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Springfield, VA
  • 15 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

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 6 hours ago

Job Posting: CR OSSMARK is seeking a fun, energetic part-time Merchandiser who enjoys staying active in a fast-paced environment. You would be responsible for engaging and captivating consumers by...

Entry Level Retail Reset Merchandiser

  • Wake, VA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Wake, VA
  • 7 hours ago

physical activity, ability to lift and carry up to 50 Qualifications: Ability to stand a minimum shift of 8 hours Must be able to take direction regarding tagging, rotating and placing products on shelf Planogram...

Retail Merchandiser

  • Stanley, VA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Stanley, VA
  • 9 hours ago

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

Retail Reset Merchandiser

  • Abingdon, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Abingdon, VA
  • 1 day ago

Ensure planogram compliance with correct pricing and signage. Monitor inventory levels and suggest order quantities to management. Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age or older....

Overnight Merchandising Supervisor

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 1 day ago

... What you'll do... Leads and develops teams effectively by teaching training and actively listening to associates touring stores and providing feedback TourtoTeach communicating and...

Retail Merchandiser (Next-Day Pay)

  • Franklin, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin, VA
  • 1 day ago

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

Merchandiser Retail Coverage II - Walmart - FLOATER

  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 1 day ago

As a Merchandiser Retail Coverage II - Walmart - FLOATER at Acosta, youll ensure Acostas client brands stand out at Walmart stores by driving product availability. Your efforts executing retail...

Manager, Merchandise Execution

  • Springfield, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, VA
  • 1 day ago

Be part of an amazing story Macys is more than just a store. Were a story. One thats captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditionsabout...

Continuity Merchandisers SF Abingdon Virginia

  • Abingdon, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Abingdon, VA
  • 2 days ago

MERCHANDISERS NEEDED IN YOUR AREA for Strategic Retail Solutions **When you apply, if you meet our requirements, you will first hear from a recruiter via email which could land into your spam/junk...

Retail Merchandiser - Commissary - Ft. Gregg-Adams- P/T - 29 hrs

  • Fort Lee, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Lee, VA
  • 3 days ago

Retail Merchandiser - Commissary - Ft. Gregg-Adams- P/T - 29 hrs Regular PT Part-Time Sales Workers Fort Lee, VA, US 4 days ago Requisition ID: 2278 Salary Range: $18.00 To $20.00 Hourly ESCO, a...

Retail Merchandiser

  • Wytheville, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Wytheville, VA
  • 3 days ago

Are you an energetic self-starter? Are you interested in making your own schedule? Neptune Retail Solutions has immediate availability for a Part-time Retail Merchandiser who will specialize in...

SAS in Food Lion - Part Time Retail Reset Merchandiser

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 3 days 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...

Retail Merchandiser

  • Daleville, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Daleville, VA
  • 4 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...

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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...
Retail Management: Merchandising, Sales and Customer Communications
This training course will begin by introducing the concepts behind retail management and how to gain enough experience to effectively run your own store. The course will continue by describing how...

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Salary for Merchandising Management Jobs in Virginia

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

Highest Education Level

Merchandising Managements in Virginia 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 Virginia
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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