Merchandising Manager

The Dufresne Group•Calgary, AB

8h•Onsite

About The Position

The Dufresne Group is the largest licensee of Ashley in Canada, with locations from B.C. to Ontario. Our teams are committed to supporting our guests in finding the perfect home furnishings to help make their space a home. Ashley Canada is currently seeking a Merchandising Manager for our Calgary South store. As a Merchandising Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining the Brand’s corporate visual presentation standards at the store level and supporting the corporate marketing department as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma
Minimum two years of experience in retail visual presentation.
Demonstrated aptitude for design, balance and colour
Ability to work independently
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Good computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and ability to learn in-house computer programs
Ability to work retail hours (weekdays, evenings and weekends)
Some travel may be required
Criminal Record Check required

Responsibilities

Implement visual presentation direction from the corporate office
Support the corporate marketing department in the set-up of the Point of Purchase (POP) displays and other tasks as needed
Ensure merchandise displays are complete and maintained to the corporate visual standards
Maintain the show room floor to ensure it is kept to standard
Maintain and update open transfer reports to ensure flow to store is in line with corporate direction
Be responsible for Inventory Control Management as it relates to receiving, tagging, maintaining available inventory and discrepancy resolution.
Ensure Clearance Flow to budget is maintained
Supervise the workload of the visual team (Merchandiser/Porter)
Prepare and administer performance evaluations for assigned staff
Be responsible for the recruitment, training, coaching, supervision and disciplining of assigned staff