Merchandising Management Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

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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Travel Store Merchandiser - Overnight

  • Wauwatosa, WI (4 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI (4 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 19 hours ago

All The Retail Odyssey Company Jobs Travel Store Merchandiser - Overnight - Full Time The Retail Odyssey Company - Wauwatosa, WI Posted on 04/24/25 (Ref: WIG2uzMWcJ) We want you to help us shape...

Retail Merchandise Coordinator

  • Delafield, WI (24 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Delafield, WI (24 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Marshalls 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...

Full-Time Store Merchandising Supervisor

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago

About the Role As Merchandising Supervisor you will be the expert in merchandising and leading associates to deliver excellent customer service through sales floor merchandising, pricing and...

Traveling Retail Merchandiser Overnight

  • Racine, WI (22 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Racine, WI (22 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 3 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: We want you to help us shape the future of shoppingexperiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with theproducts and experiences that enrich their lives. Joining...

Travel Retail Reset Merchandiser

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 5 days ago

Join our team of Traveling Retail Reset Merchandisers - Overnight! In this role, we handle product movement at retail. You will assemble steel shelving, create displays, and merchandise products...

Retail Supervisor, Merchandising - Bayshore - WI

  • Glendale, WI (7 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Glendale, WI (7 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 6 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 Manager

  • Hartland, WI (22 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hartland, WI (22 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 7 days ago

Maintain accuracy across in-store planograms, signage, and digital product pages. Use data-driven insights for timely and impactful decision-making....

Traveling Retail Merchandiser - Overnight

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 8 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 8 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...

Executive Team Leader Specialty Sales (Assistant Manager Merchandising and Service) - Oak Creek, WI

  • Oak Creek, WI (10 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Oak Creek, WI (10 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 11 days ago

The pay range is $60,000.00 - $120,000.00 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and...

Traveling Retail Merchandiser - Overnight

  • Wauwatosa, WI (4 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI (4 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 11 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...

Entry Level Retail Merchandiser (Get Paid Next Day!)

  • Hartland, WI (22 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Hartland, WI (22 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 14 days ago

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

Merchandise Manager

  • Menomonee Falls, WI (13 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI (13 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 14 days ago

OVERVIEW Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying experiences—for true beauty...

Merchandise manager

  • Grafton, WI (19 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Grafton, WI (19 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 15 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...

Retail Merchandiser

  • New Berlin, WI (7 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 15 days ago
  • New Berlin, WI (7 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 15 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: We want you to help us shape the future of shoppingexperiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with theproducts and experiences that enrich their lives. Joining...

Retail Full time Department Merchandise Coordinator

  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 23 days ago

TJ Maxx 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...

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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 Milwaukee, WI

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Highest Education Level

Merchandising Managements in Milwaukee, WI 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 Milwaukee, WI
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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