Senior Manager, Merchandise

Build-A-Bear Workshop • St. Louis, MO

9h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Merchandise’s primary responsibility is to drive business growth by achieving the plans set forth by the organization, maintaining the strength of existing businesses, and enhancing the guest experience. This is accomplished through the development and execution of captivating product assortments across Core, Licensed, and Seasonal product lines on omnichannel platforms, driving the company forward with innovation and excellence. Additionally, the Senior Manager, Merchandise will lead and develop their team of Merchants and Assistant Merchants to ensure the successful execution of these strategies, further contributing to business growth and guest experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• 6-8 years of buying/merchant experience
• Experience leading a team of merchants/buyers
• Expert data analysis
• Skilled in Excel
• Skilled in Microsoft 365
• Proficient in PLM Systems

Nice To Haves

• 10+ years of previous merchant experience
• Master’s Degree
• In-depth knowledge of retail merchandising, procurement, or category management

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive merchandise strategy
• Establish robust financial strategies to ensure profitability through product lifecycle management and achieving margin goals
• Execute product assortments and buys, overseeing the planning and management of omnichannel assortments within key business segments
• Cultivate close working relationships with Planners to align buying strategies and inventory management, collaborating on determining optimal order quantities
• Analyze top sellers and marketing impact, driving initiatives to support business plans and optimize performance
• Observe and assess sales and market trends, focusing on future data and upcoming trends to inform buying decisions and identify opportunities for innovation and growth
• Deliver engaging and persuasive presentations to key stakeholders
• Maintain fluency in industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation and maintain the company’s position as a leader in the retail space
• Build & mentor a strong, engaged, and high-performing team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior