Director, Merchandising

JOB SUMMARY

This is a merchandising position responsible for overall performance and management of the merchandising department which includes but is not limited to: end customer order fulfillment, inventory management with intent to maintain lowest possible DSO (day sales outstanding), merchandising activities that enhance profitability (realized equity and earned income overall gross margin), support sales growth, Logistics, assist in achieving warehouse operations efficiencies as it relates to inbound product, management and directing department staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct local merchandising and supplier resources
• Negotiate and manage local level programs
• Grow company, gross margin and earned income while achieving company sales and operational efficiency targets
• Manage shrink and approve credits
• Manage the purchasing and merchandising of products in an effort to enhance customer satisfaction and profitability of department operations

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• 4-year degree (Bachelor’s Degree preferred)

Experience

• 4 years in purchasing (Produce or foodservice distribution)

Professional Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, effective written/oral communication skills, strong analytical skills
• Manages local OpCo (operating company) assortment to meet sales demands and execute and support category growth initiatives
• Monitor market to increase market share
• Negotiate and manage local level programs
• Projection and budget management