Manager – DA POP & Merchandising Execution (Onsite - Plano, TX)

Samsung Electronics•Plano, TX

38d•Onsite

About The Position

Samsung Electronics America (SEA) is a leader in mobile technologies, consumer electronics, home appliances, enterprise solutions and networks systems. Across each of these areas, our work drives innovation, economic growth and workforce opportunity in the United States. For nearly five decades, Samsung has been at the forefront of technological advancements, investing over $100 billion and creating more than 20,000 jobs nationwide. Our mission? To integrate cutting-edge products, services, and AI technology to deliver smarter, sustainable, and more connected experiences that empower people to live better. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., SEA offers opportunities to work alongside global visionary thinkers and innovators who are passionate about making a difference. Explore the exciting opportunities at Samsung Electronics America and discover how you can make an impact. To learn more, visit Samsung.com. For the latest news, visit news.samsung.com/us.

Requirements

6+ years of progressive experience in Retail Merchandising, POP production, fixture design, or related DA/CE retail operations is required
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field such as Marketing, Industrial Design, Visual Merchandising, or Business are advantageous.
Demonstrated experience managing POP programs and/or fixture design projects from brief through in-store installation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Highly effective interpersonal, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills across all levels.
Excellent business communication and presentation skills, including the ability to present visual concepts to retail partners and senior stakeholders.
Proven track record of managing multiple concurrent projects with strong attention to detail and deadlines.
Full-time, on-site position in Plano, TX, with availability to work after regular business hours and on weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience with planogram software (e.g., JDA/Blue Yonder, Nielsen Spaceman, or equivalent) is a plus.
Previous retail system experience with web-based retail management or CMMS platforms preferred.
experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar data visualization tools is a plus.
Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage 20+ overlapping project timelines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Broad understanding of retail landscape trends, evolving shopper behavior, and competitive positioning.
Demonstrated ability to lead through ambiguity, think strategically, and translate vision into organizational action.
Track record of driving innovation in retail experience design and cross-functional program development.

Responsibilities

Manage the full lifecycle of POP programs — from brief and creative development through production, logistics, and field installation — for DA retail locations.
Partner with internal creative teams and external print/production vendors to develop POP materials (signage, header cards, shelf talkers, interactive displays, etc.) that align with DA brand standards.
Coordinate POP material distribution schedules with field teams and retail partners, tracking delivery and installation compliance across all assigned accounts.
Review and approve POP proofs, ensuring accuracy of product information, pricing, regulatory compliance, and visual brand consistency prior to production release.
Maintain a POP asset library and manage version control to ensure field teams and vendors always have access to current, approved materials.
Track POP program performance and compile post-installation compliance reports with photo documentation for stakeholder review.
Lead project management for DA retail merchandising initiatives, including new product launches, seasonal resets, and permanent display installations across key retail accounts.
Serve as the primary point of contact for DA merchandising projects, coordinating timelines, budgets, deliverables, and stakeholder communication across internal teams, vendors, and retail partners.
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, milestone trackers, and status reports to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of DA merchandising programs.
Collaborate with the DA Retail Business team to understand brand strategy, assortment priorities, and in-store objectives, translating these into executable merchandising plans.
Manage multi-million-dollar annual retail fixture and POP budgets, tracking cost allocations across multiple product categories and retailer programs.
Generate, track, and reconcile Purchase Orders (POs) and statements of work (SOWs) using Samsung procurement systems (SAP), ensuring prompt invoice processing and zero budget leakage.
Drive value-engineering initiatives with fabricators to optimize unit production costs and freight efficiency without compromising quality.
Collaborate with third-party field labor agencies and internal retail field teams to execute display installations, de-installations, and warranty maintenance.
Monitor real-time field reporting dashboards to verify on-shelf availability, POP placement compliance, and display power/connectivity uptime.
Serve as the primary retail project liaison between Product Marketing, Sales Operations, Supply Chain, Retail Strategy, and Legal/Brand compliance.
Build and present executive-level project tracking reports, risk assessments, and post-launch ROI evaluations for leadership review.