Regional Merchandise Manager

Summary

The Regional Merchandise Manager leads merchandising strategy and execution for a defined region, collaborating with cross functional teams to drive sales, assortment, and presentation standards across stores. This role analyzes performance, develops business plans, and partners with retail operations to ensure regional goals are met. The manager balances commercial insight with leadership to optimize inventory and customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional merchandise strategies to meet sales and margin targets
• Analyze sales trends and performance metrics to inform assortment and inventory decisions
• Collaborate with planning and allocation teams to manage inventory flow and stock levels
• Partner with store leadership to ensure visual merchandising and presentation standards
• Lead promotional planning and execution within the region
• Coach and develop store merchandising staff and district partners
• Monitor competitive landscape and adjust strategies accordingly
• Prepare regional business reviews and communicate results to stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in merchandising or related field preferred
• Minimum of 4 years of merchandising or retail management experience
• Strong analytical skills with experience using sales and inventory reporting tools
• Proven leadership and team development abilities
• Excellent communication and cross functional collaboration skills
• Ability to travel within the region as required