Merchant - Lowe's PRO Supply

Lowe's Home Centers•Mooresville, NC

13h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is based at our headquarters in Mooresville, North Carolina. Our corporate office is a space where you can collaborate and do your best work. Take a walk, grab a bite (or a cup of coffee), work out or get a check-up – we invest in you so you can find your inspiration. Your Impact The LPS Merchant is responsible for managing all aspects of their assigned product categories, including internal and external factors that may impact the business. This role leads an Associate Merchant. The Merchant plays a crucial role in managing and optimizing product assortments within their assigned category, driving sales, enhancing customer satisfaction, and achieving overall business objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Merchandising, or a related field or equivalent experience
7+ years of overall experience in retail merchandising, category management, assortment planning, vendor negotiations, and financial performance management within a large retailer, B2B distributor, or comparable industry.
Basic understanding of the market, product trends, and customer preferences relevant to their specific category.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical skills, with proficiency in data analysis and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Nice To Haves

3-5 Years of experience in Merchandising, retail or a related field.

Responsibilities

Leads an Associate Merchant and assists with recruiting, selection, development, and performance management.
Conducts market analysis to identify trends, competitor offerings, and customer localization opportunities to drive strategy for assigned product categories.
Execute weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual product line reviews or business reviews to assess performance and align strategies.
Provides feedback on product performance and customer feedback to senior leadership.
Assists with the Request for Proposal(RFP)process
Ensure product information is accurate and updated on the Lowes Pro Supply website and all marketing collateral.
Attends industry and customer trade shows as well as supplier factory visits.
Maintains industry expertise to stay aware of new trends/business to optimize product category success.
Responsible for maintaining strong, effective relationships with vendors, managing day to day operations.
Collaborate with inventory, marketing, finance, and corporate merchants to drive product management initiatives and promotional strategies.
Collaborates with Marketing team on visual presentation and creative development for product packing and promotions