Division Merchandise Manager, Apparel Planning

Kroger•Portland, OR

About The Position

The Division Merchandise Manager is responsible for setting and executing overall merchandising, marketing, assortment, and vendor strategy for a GM department or sub-departments. The role develops annual sub-department budgets for each division and is accountable for meeting sales and profit goals. The position also demonstrates the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business or a related field, plus 6–10 years of merchandise/operations manager experience, or a combination of relevant education and experience.
Familiarity with merchandising techniques.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and projects.
Familiarity with industry and technical terms and processes.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Report Management and Distribution System (RMDS), and Dallas.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with commodity markets.
Experience directing or participating on project teams.

Responsibilities

Work with Planners and/or DMM Planning on annual budgets for department sales and profit for each division.
Direct and approve assortment selection and supervise overall fashion procurement.
Achieve period and annual department sales and profit budgets; develop strategic plans, including regional plans as needed, focused on financial goals for the company and each division.
Review period profit and loss statements, submit reports on period results to management, and develop other recaps as needed.
Develop and ensure implementation of weekly, quarterly, and annual advertising and sales promotion plans; review advertising content.
Develop and ensure implementation of display plans; review schematics and product selection.
Support and ensure implementation of strategic growth and corporate initiatives, including eCommerce.
Ensure merchandising bulletins are developed and distributed on time.
Develop and maintain strategic vendor partnerships and participate in vendor business reviews to evaluate prior negotiations and terms and maximize sales and profit.
Collaborate with Product Development and Corporate Brands teams on private-label items.
Monitor retail pricing guidelines for all items in alignment with corporate objectives and strategy.
Direct and coordinate buyers' activities and ensure deadlines are met.
Ensure buying processes are standardized, with a focus on continuous improvement.
Conduct store tours across the enterprise.
Participate in corporate meetings with divisions.
Maintain awareness of and evaluate the effectiveness of current industry trends in merchandise and merchandise presentation.
Maintain awareness of the competitive landscape across the enterprise.
Supervise and coach direct reports, complete performance reviews, and provide feedback.
Travel independently on a regular basis.
Perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.