CalabasasCAJob DescriptionThe Merchant is responsible for supporting the development of defined product categories, executing a retail business plan, aiding their team in strategic planning, managing and training new talent.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesExecute and follow-up of retail assortment and category reviewsCreate and hone business plans, including strong and detailed promotional programs.
Maximizing Gross Profit Dollars and improving profitability of programs following direction of Senior Merchant and DirectorAnalyze and recommend various pricing strategies by item and categoryCoordinate promotional plans to drive average basket and increase sales per sq.
ft.Collaborate across a cross functional team to maximize sales and profit for assigned business unitSupervise, manage and develop team while maximizing productivityInventory collaboration for sales planningLead item transition process across all relative departments and define forecastsAssist Space planner in roll out of new programs Present plans to all levels of management including executivesMultitask and direct multiple projects simultaneouslyCollaboration with brand development and packaging teamExecute and follow up with the operations team in order to execute new items and programsWork with Inventory to recognize where items are at in the product life cycleScopeSupervisory Responsibility – YesOrganizational Scope – Works with various departments across the company and outside partiesDecision Making – YesTravel – Less than 10%