GENERAL MERCHANDISE MANAGER

The General Merchandise Manager is a member of the Senior Management team, and is responsible for executing purchasing, pricing and merchandising strategies in support of Jerry’s Home Improvement Center’s mission, overall business plan, Operating Strategies, and strategic direction-with a focus on:

• Leading and Developing Purchasing Department Team Members
• Improving Revenue and Return on Assets
• Managing Annual Merchandising Plan
• Space and Category Management
• Vendor Sourcing Management
• Assortment Planning
• Seasonal Advertising and Promotional Planning

The position ensures success by collaborating with the Executive Vice President of Stores and Merchandising to establish Purchasing, Pricing and Merchandising goals that align with the company’s Operating Strategies. As a member of the Senior Management team the GMM collaborates with other members of the executive team to further Jerry’s mission/strategy and assists in defining the company’s long-term goals.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 7 years of buying experience.
• Minimum 3 years of senior level purchasing, pricing, and merchandising experience.
• Supervisory and leadership experience a plus but not required.
• Ability to travel based on business needs, generally up to 60 days per year.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Leading and Developing Purchasing Department Team Members
• Improving Revenue and Return on Assets
• Managing Annual Merchandising Plan
• Space and Category Management
• Vendor Sourcing Management
• Assortment Planning
• Seasonal Advertising and Promotional Plannin