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Petco · 4 days ago

Manager, Merchandise

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$104K/yr - $156K/yr

Petco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents, and Petco partners. As the Merchandise Manager, you will lead a team and be responsible for strategic planning, assortment development, and procurement of products across various sales channels to drive revenue growth and enhance customer experience.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive merchandise strategy that aligns with company goals, market trends, and customer preferences

Analyze market data, sales performance, and customer insights to identify growth opportunities and inform assortment decisions

Lead, mentor, and inspire a team that may include buyers, assistant merchandisers and merchandise analysts, fostering a collaborative and results-driven work environment

Set clear goals and expectations, conduct performance evaluations, and provide ongoing coaching and development

Oversee the development of product assortments that cater to diverse customer segments and align with business objectives

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure assortment strategies are consistent across all sales channels

Establish and nurture strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating favorable terms, pricing, and promotional support

Monitor vendor performance and compliance with contractual agreements

Lead the creation of purchase plans that balance demand forecasts, inventory levels, and sales targets

Work closely with inventory management teams to optimize inventory turnover, prevent stockouts, and manage overstock situations

Stay current with industry trends, competitive landscape, and consumer behavior to drive informed merchandising decisions

Analyze sales data and market insights to recommend adjustments to product offerings, pricing, and promotions

Collaborate with marketing, e-commerce, and supply chain teams to align merchandise strategies with overall business goals

Communicate assortment plans, promotional activities, and product launches to relevant stakeholders

Collaborate with finance teams to develop and manage merchandise budgets, ensuring alignment with financial goals and forecasts

Qualification

Retail merchandisingData analysisTeam leadershipVendor relationship managementMicrosoft ExcelMarket analysisCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsNegotiation skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, Marketing, or a related field

Several years of experience in retail merchandising, ideally experience in an omni-channel environment; or a Masters degree in business with demonstrated track record of professional success

Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and develop a team (this would be first time managers, so we wouldn't expect someone to come in with proven leadership experience!)

Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights

Excellent negotiation skills and vendor relationship management experience

Proficiency in data analysis tools and Microsoft Excel

Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent communication and presentation abilities

Deep understanding of retail industry trends, market dynamics, and consumer behavior

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

Opportunity to lead and influence merchandise strategy.

Exposure to strategic decision-making and cross-functional collaboration.

Professional development opportunities and potential for advancement.

Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement plans, and employee discounts.

Company

Petco

Glassdoor3.0

Where the Pets Go. Celebrating 60 years of helping pets live their best life!

Founded in 1965

San Diego, California, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.petco.com/unleashed

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