Merchandising Manager at Belfast Community Co-op

Belfast, Maine, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Aug, 26

Salary

25.0

Posted On

22 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Merchandising, Category Management, Leadership, Inventory Management, Financial Reporting, Promotional Planning, Visual Merchandising, Data Analysis, Communication, Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Retail Operations, Project Coordination, Customer Service, Time Management, Basic Mathematics

Industry

Retail

Description

Description The Belfast Community Co-op is looking for a Merchandising Manager to be part of our leadership team. The ideal candidate is experienced in the nuances of merchandising, skilled in creating attractive displays and product sets using a balance of category management and merchandising principles, and confident in leading a group. The Merchandising Manager is responsible for creating an aesthetically pleasing and intuitive shopping experience that delights the customer while maximizing inventory turn, margin, and suppliers. This position is the primary resource for regional and national trends, and supports the sales departments by offering a robust product selection and merchandising plan throughout the year. Hourly wage is $25.00 and this is a Full-Time position (30+ hours per week) that requires some evening hours during sales changeovers. The Merchandising Manager is responsible for the successful implementation of all promotional programs at the Co-op. This position works to support both Marketing and Sales Department Managers in maximizing all opportunities, including building displays, seasonal cross-merchandising, and promoting local suppliers, that increase sales and contribute to the Co-op’s global ends. The Merchandising Manager is responsible for monitoring and maintaining promotional signage, keeping financial records related to promotional activities, and reports to the Store Operations Manager. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provides oversight and support for NCG-sponsored and internally built promotional programs. Responsible for all aspects of Co-op Deals sales program, including signage, endcaps, and visually appealing displays that promote increased sales. Ensures adherence to other NCG programs and works with Managers and Buyers to maintain compliance Oversees internally developed promotional programs Understands impacts of promotions on the financial goals of each department and supports Buyers in meeting those goals Attends program webinars, conference calls and meetings, as required Acts as the liaison between Marketing and Buyers for the Fresh Picks and New Product Programs Leads all promotional initiatives within the store. Responsible for planning, executing, and maintaining all promotional endcaps Works closely with Marketing, Operations, Sales Managers and Buyers to create seasonally relevant displays Monitors Sales Signs, coupons, and other promotional materials to ensure accuracy Directs staff as needed to build and maintain displays and keep appropriate signage Assists in creating and building promotional programs that increase participation among local producers Participates in planning and execution of holiday and other promotional events Coordinates and participates in passive and active in-store sampling in conjunction with the Marketing Team Works with Sales Department Managers on category management, ensuring the Co-op is keeping up with trends and stocking best-sellers. Uses available reports to gather data regarding products and sales and applied margin, ensuring profitability Works with Department Managers and Buyers to identify opportunities for success, fill gaps, and streamline categories by combining available data with an aesthetically pleasing, intuitive store layout, according to the key principles of merchandising. Maintains awareness of regional and national trends. Is responsive to customer inquiries. Is responsible for promptly incorporating new items physically and digitally upon arrival. Partners with Buyers to conduct product resets and Core Set compliance Participates in analysis of the financial impact of purchasing decisions, including promotions. Researches applied margin and inventory turns to ensure program viability Maintains records of financial impact of promotional programs and makes recommendations ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF ALL BELFAST COMMUNITY CO-OP LEADERSHIP POSITIONS Maintains an awareness of Belfast Community Co-op as an entire organization and collaborates with others on how individual changes/operations within a department can affect the rest of the organization Models exceptional customer service to internal & external customers, both in person & via phone. Assists in the creation and development of departmental targets. Leads department in meeting departmental and store-wide goals Maintains working knowledge of reports and metrics Relays information to and from the Leadership Team concerning operations. Ensures use of departmental communication tools to communicate other topics staff need to know in accordance with Belfast Community Co-op’s Communications SOP Ensures the smooth operation of department functions Upholds the Co-op’s Leadership Qualities, Code of Conduct, Expectations of Staff, and Values Belfast Community Co-op Worker Benefits include: Sponsored Co-op Ownership/ Equity Share Generous Store Discount In-Store Charge Account Paid Sick Time Paid/Earned Vacation Time Retirement Account with Employer Matching Regular Free-to-Staff Food and Wellness Items CSA/Farmers Market Reimbursement Education Credits (PTO for exploring interests related to work) Professional Development & Continual Training Opportunities Full Time Workers (30 hours or more) are also eligible for insurance benefits including:: Co-op Subsidized Health Insurance Plans HSA plans with Matching Dental insurance Vision Insurance Fully Paid Life Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Short Term Disability Requirements Preferred: Experience working with ECRS Catapult, LBMX, SPINS or ability to quickly learn Ability to discuss financial information with a variety of audiences Experience working with spreadsheet programs such as Excel and Google Sheets Natural foods retail experience Minimum: Retail food experience Strong computer skills Ability to communicate effectively in a high-volume work environment Strong communication skills (oral and written) Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) Ability to follow written and verbal instructions Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive tasks Ability to plan work, meet deadlines and coordinate time sensitive activities across personnel in multiple departments PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT (in a usual workday) The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle, feel, and for fine manipulation. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level of the work environment is usually moderate. The employee must be able to maintain focus in a busy office environment. Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than the “at will” relationship.

Responsibilities

The Merchandising Manager is responsible for creating an intuitive shopping experience by managing product sets, displays, and promotional programs to maximize sales and margins. They act as a liaison between marketing and buyers to implement regional and national trends within the store.