Manager, Merchandise

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We're proud to be "where the pets go" to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years - from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood - the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we're here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are 29,000+ strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than 1,500 Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately 7 million animals through in-store adoption events.

Job Description: As the Merchandise Manager, you will lead direct reports and be responsible for the strategic planning, assortment development, and procurement of products across various sales channels, both online and brick & mortar. Your expertise in merchandising, data analysis, and team leadership will be crucial in driving revenue growth, optimizing inventory management, and enhancing the overall customer experience. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the direction of our merchandise strategy and contribute to the success of our retail operations. This role will either report to the Sr Manager, Merchandise, or to the Director, Merchandise.

Key Responsibilities:

Merchandise Strategy:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive merchandise strategy that aligns with company goals, market trends, and customer preferences.
• Analyze market data, sales performance, and customer insights to identify growth opportunities and inform assortment decisions.

Team Leadership:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team that may include buyers, assistant merchandisers and merchandise analysts, fostering a collaborative and results-driven work environment.
• Set clear goals and expectations, conduct performance evaluations, and provide ongoing coaching and development.

Assortment Planning:

• Oversee the development of product assortments that cater to diverse customer segments and align with business objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure assortment strategies are consistent across all sales channels.

Vendor Relationships:

• Establish and nurture strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating favorable terms, pricing, and promotional support.
• Monitor vendor performance and compliance with contractual agreements.

Purchase and Inventory Management:

• Lead the creation of purchase plans that balance demand forecasts, inventory levels, and sales targets.
• Work closely with inventory management teams to optimize inventory turnover, prevent stockouts, and manage overstock situations.

Market Analysis and Trends:

• Stay current with industry trends, competitive landscape, and consumer behavior to drive informed merchandising decisions.
• Analyze sales data and market insights to recommend adjustments to product offerings, pricing, and promotions.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with marketing, e-commerce, and supply chain teams to align merchandise strategies with overall business goals.
• Communicate assortment plans, promotional activities, and product launches to relevant stakeholders.

Budget Management:

• Collaborate with finance teams to develop and manage merchandise budgets, ensuring alignment with financial goals and forecasts.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, Marketing, or a related field.
• Several years of experience in retail merchandising, ideally experience in an omni-channel environment; or a Masters degree in business with demonstrated track record of professional success
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and develop a team (this would be first time managers, so we wouldn't expect someone to come in with proven leadership experience!)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent negotiation skills and vendor relationship management experience.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and Microsoft Excel.
• Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Deep understanding of retail industry trends, market dynamics, and consumer behavior.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to lead and influence merchandise strategy.
• Exposure to strategic decision-making and cross-functional collaboration.
• Professional development opportunities and potential for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement plans, and employee discounts.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and the responsibilities outlined. Actual duties and responsibilities may vary based on business needs and organizational changes.

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Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

The pay ranges outlined below are presented in accordance with state-specific regulations. These ranges may differ in other areas and could be subject to variation based on regulatory minimum wage requirements. Actual pay rates will depend on factors such as position, location, level of experience, and applicable state or local minimum wage laws. If the regulatory minimum wage exceeds the minimum indicated in the pay range below, the regulatory minimum wage will be the minimum rate applied.

Salary Range: $103,800.00 - $155,700.00

Hourly or Salary Range will be reflected above. For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.

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