Division Merchandise Manager, Apparel

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.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



* 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...