Merchandising Manager

Willis Furniture Company

Virginia Beach, VA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Customer Experience, Customer Support/Service, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Furniture, Health Insurance, Inventory Levels, Leadership, Market Trend Analysis, Marketing, Merchandising, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Pricing, Process Development, Product Merchandising, Profit & Loss, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Reporting Skills, Retail, Retail Merchandising, Revenue Growth, Revenue/Sales Reporting, Sales, Sales Strategy, Sales Training, Time Management, Vision Plan, Visual Merchandising
LOCATION
Virginia Beach, VA
POSTED
17 days ago
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance

About the Role:
Join Willis Furniture Company as a Merchandising Manager and play a key role in shaping our product offerings! This exciting position allows you to combine your passion for design and retail to enhance our customers' shopping experience.



Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement merchandising strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
  • Analyze market trends and customer preferences to inform product selection.
  • Collaborate with ownership/management to curate showroom displays and promotions.
  • Oversee visual merchandising to ensure an appealing store presentation.
  • Create, process, and monitor special orders. Review special orders with sales staff to ensure accuracy prior to processing.
  • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with ownership for timely stock replenishment.
  • Train and inform sales staff on vendor related updates ie. pricing, lead times, new product lines. 
  • Prepare reports on product sales and merchandising initiatives for management review.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in retail merchandising or procurement preferred.
  • Proven track record of driving sales through effective merchandising strategies.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.
  • Proficiency in merchandising software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Creative mindset with a keen eye for design and detail.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects.
About Us:
Willis Furniture Company has been a trusted name in Virginia Beach for over 130 years, providing high-quality furniture and exceptional customer service. Our commitment to craftsmanship and style has made us a favorite among locals, while our supportive work environment fosters growth and collaboration among employees.

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