Senior Merchandising Manager
Company: Consultative Search Group
Location: Buena Park
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Summary: We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated
Senior Merchandising Manager to join our team. In this role, you
will be responsible for driving the strategic direction of
merchandising efforts, optimizing product assortments, and
fostering strong partnerships with both existing and new vendors.
You will play a key role in enhancing profitability, increasing
sales, and ensuring that our product offerings align with customer
needs and market trends. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic
and innovative mindset to the team, contributing fresh ideas and
best practices to enhance our merchandising approach and overall
performance. Your expertise in vendor management, data analysis,
and cross-functional collaboration will be crucial to the success
of the merchandising function. Responsibilities: Develop and
implement merchandising strategies that align with business
objectives, optimizing assortments and pricing to maximize sales
and profitability. Lead and supervise a team of merchandising
associates, providing guidance, support, and coaching to ensure
their success and development. Identify and establish relationships
with top suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and contracts to
secure high-quality products and timely deliveries. Stay informed
on industry trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences
to adjust merchandising strategies effectively. Partner with
buying, marketing, and inventory teams to ensure seamless execution
of merchandising strategies and cohesive promotional activities.
Oversee the creation of visual merchandising strategies, ensuring
displays meet company standards and resonate with customer needs
and seasonal trends. Analyze sales data, customer feedback, and
market trends to make informed decisions around product placement,
assortment, and promotions. Manage product assortments to ensure
optimal stock levels while collaborating with inventory teams to
minimize excess and prevent stockouts. Conduct regular store visits
to assess merchandising effectiveness and provide actionable
feedback to associates. Work with the marketing team to design and
execute promotional campaigns that drive sales and enhance the
customer experience. Maintain strong supplier relationships,
attending trade shows and industry events to stay updated on trends
and new products. Oversee the purchasing process, ensuring timely
order placement and efficient tracking to maintain product
availability. Evaluate and improve merchandising strategies and
processes to increase profitability and operational efficiency.
Perform other duties as assigned by management. Qualifications: A
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Retail
Management, or a related field. 5 years of experience in
merchandising, preferably in a leadership role with a proven track
record of driving sales and profitability. Strong knowledge of
visual merchandising principles and techniques, with experience
executing high-quality product displays. Proficient in using
merchandising software, inventory management systems, and Microsoft
Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). In-depth knowledge of
market trends and the ability to stay updated on industry
developments to inform merchandising strategies. Proven experience
in product sourcing and buying within the retail industry, with a
strong ability to negotiate favorable terms and manage product
assortments effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal
skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and negotiate
with suppliers. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities,
leveraging data to make informed decisions that drive
profitability. Attention to detail and the ability to maintain high
standards in merchandising, product placement, and inventory
management. Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced
environment while maintaining a high level of organizational
efficiency. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Many of our job
openings can be viewed at h
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