Manager, Merchandise Execution
About The Position
The Manager, Style Merchandise Execution ensures customers have an exceptional shopping experience by leading a team responsible for attractive merchandise presentation and store readiness. The role oversees merchandising activities including product movement, price changes, signage, visual execution, event setup, and reverse logistics. It applies fashion and trend knowledge to create inspiring displays and supports an inclusive, motivating work environment through coaching and training. The manager interprets seasonal and monthly execution guides and adapts them to the store’s architecture and assortment. They lead visual merchandising communications and training, support pricing and presentation strategies, document work with photos, and manage inventory flow and stockroom organization. They also develop and direct team members and train the Manager of Sales & Customer Service on merchandising execution standards. Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of management experience in retail.
- Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills.
- Ability to prioritize and act with urgency in a retail environment.
- Ability to work collaboratively with customers and colleagues.
- Technical proficiency with Microsoft suite, computers, and handheld devices.
- High school diploma or equivalent candidates are encouraged to apply; it is not stated as a mandatory requirement.
- Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including lifting at least 30 lbs, standing for extended periods, moving, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders; close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment are also required.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on department and company needs.
Responsibilities
- Apply fashion and merchandise execution knowledge to drive sales and profits.
- Interpret seasonal and monthly execution guides and tailor standards to store architecture and product assortment.
- Lead communication, execution, and training of visual merchandising directives, category standards, and brand partner requirements.
- Create store displays using available resources.
- Strategize on pricing, signage, visual presentation, events, and merchandising.
- Provide strategic support for Own Your Style fixtures, fashion trends, and setups.
- Lead DEI initiatives through mannequin and trend presentations.
- Document work with photos to create visual resources for others.
- Train the Manager of Sales & Customer Service on merchandising execution standards and techniques.
- Interview, hire, train, manage, coach, develop, coordinate, evaluate, and discipline direct and indirect reports; set work strategies and guide the team toward performance and behavioral expectations.
- Coach team members in effective merchandising techniques.
- Manage inventory receipt flow, placement, and stockroom organization.
- Work a flexible retail schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Foster acceptance and respect and build authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
- 401(k) match
- Paid time off
- Eight paid holidays
- Continuous learning and leadership development
- Colleague Resource Groups
- Volunteer opportunities
- Merchandise discounts
- Performance-based incentives
- Annual merit review
- Employee Assistance Program, including mental health counseling and legal and financial advice
- Tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
