Kirkland's · 3 months ago
Category Manager - Bed Bath & Beyond
Brentwood, TN (NSSC)
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expKirkland's is looking for a Category Manager to oversee product categories across retail channels. The role involves strategic planning, vendor negotiation, and performance analysis to maximize category growth and profitability.
Retail
Responsibilities
Develop and implement long-term strategies for assigned product categories, including assortment, pricing, and promotional plans
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and secure favorable terms
Select and manage the product mix to meet customer demand and seasonal trends
Set competitive pricing strategies and coordinate promotional activities to boost sales
Monitor category KPIs such as sales, margin, inventory turnover, and customer engagement
Stay informed on industry trends, competitor activity, and consumer behavior to guide decision-making
Work with marketing, supply chain, and store operations to ensure cohesive execution of category initiatives
Communicates merchandising strategies to cross functional teams to ensure proper and timely execution of strategy
Optimize stock levels and manage product lifecycle from launch to markdown
Champion and demonstrate a commitment to The Brand House Collective Values
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, merchandising, or related field
3–5 years in category management, merchandising, or retail buying
Proficiency in data analysis and performance metrics
Strong ability to negotiate with vendors and manage contracts
Financial acumen to manage budgets, optimize margins, and drive profitability across product categories
Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills
Familiarity with merchandising systems, Excel, and analytics platforms
Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time
Ability to travel
Company
Kirkland's
At Kirkland's Home, we believe that home is a reflection of how we live, who we are, and what we live for. Every room its own tapestry.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$42.2MKey Investors
Bed Bath & Beyond
2025-11-24Acquired
2025-05-12Post Ipo Debt· $5.2M
2025-02-05Post Ipo Equity· $25M
Leadership Team
Ann Joyce
Interim CEO
Mike Madden
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-14
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