Retail Merchandising StrategistLocation: Basking Ridge, NJ
Work Arrangement: Hybrid - Tues, Wed, Thurs
Company Overview Our company seeks a Retail Merchandising Strategist to lead our merchandising initiatives and drive business growth through innovative product placement and promotional strategies.
Retail Merchandising Strategist Responsibilities - Develop and implement comprehensive merchandising strategies aligned with company goals and market trends
- Analyze sales data and consumer behavior to optimize product assortment and placement
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, sales, and supply chain to execute merchandising plans
- Lead seasonal planning and promotional calendar development
- Monitor competitor activities and market trends to identify opportunities for improvement
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior merchandising team members
- Create compelling visual merchandising guidelines for both digital and physical retail environments
Retail Merchandising Strategist Qualifications - Bachelor's degree or 3 or more years of relevant work experience
- Merchandising, marketing strategy/design or development
- Ability to think creatively, strategically and technically
DESIRED SKILLS: Experience in buying or assortment planning.
Retail marketing, merchandising, planogram strategy, and or operational experience.
Executive-level presentation experience.
Developing and using key performance indicators to drive business performance, specifically sales and project performance.
Experience focusing on strategy, operational processes, and the customer experience.