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Job Description
Responsible for setting and executing overall merchandising, marketing, assortment and vendor strategy for a GM department or sub-departments. Develop annual sub-department budget for each division; accountable for meeting sales and profit goals. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.
Responsibilities
Work with Planners and/or DMM Planning on annual budgets for department sales and profit for each division
Direct and approve selection of assortment; supervises overall fashion procurement
Achieve period and annual budgets for department sales and profit; develops strategic plans, including regional plans as needed, that focus on achieving financial goals set for the company and each division
Review profit and loss statements every period and submits report on period results to management; develops other recaps as needed
Develop and ensure implementation of weekly, quarterly, and annual ad and sales promotion plans; reviews advertising content
Develop and ensure implementation of display plans; reviews schematics and product selection
Support and ensure implementation of strategic growth and corporate initiatives, including eCommerce
Ensure merchandising bulletins are developed and distributed on a timely basis
Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with vendors, and participate in vendor business reviews to evaluate past negotiations and terms in order to maximize sales and profit
Collaborate with Product Development and Corporate Brands teams on private label items
Monitor retail pricing guidelines for all items in alignment with Corporate objectives and strategy
Direct and coordinates the activities of buyers; ensures deadlines are met
Ensure standardization of buying processes with a focus on continuous improvement
Conduct store tours across the enterprise
Participate in Corporate meetings with Divisions
Maintain a high level of awareness and evaluates the effectiveness of current industry trends for merchandise and merchandise presentation
Maintain awareness of competitive landscape across the Enterprise
Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
Travel independently on a regular basis
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Qualifications
Minimum Bachelor's degree in business or related field, plus 6-10 years merchandise/operations manager experience; or combination of relevant education and experience
Familiarity with merchandising techniques
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Accuracy/attention to detail
Ability to organize/prioritize tasks/projects
Familiarity with industry/technical terms and processes
Proficient with Microsoft Office, Report Management and Distribution System (RMDS), and Dallas
Desired
Familiarity with commodity markets
Experience directing/participating on project teams
Worksite address
portland, OR, 97204, US
Who can apply
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