Merchandise Manager, Electronics

Primary Job Functions
Category Management & Performance

• Oversee day-to-day SKU management for Electronics, Sleep Innovation, and Massage Chair categories
• Develop and implement pricing strategies to optimize margin and market competitiveness
• Analyze category performance metrics and generate actionable reports for leadership
• Recommend assortment optimizations based on sales data, market trends, and customer insights
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with supply chain to ensure product availability

Vendor Relations & Product Development

• Serve as primary point of contact for product vendors, building and maintaining strong partnerships
• Conduct regular vendor business reviews to assess performance and identify opportunities
• Collaborate with vendors on new product development, innovation, and exclusive offerings
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and promotional support with vendor partners
• Stay informed on industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Learning & Development to create comprehensive product knowledge training content
• Ensure sales teams are equipped with accurate, compelling product information and selling tools
• Collaborate with Marketing on product launch strategies, campaigns, and promotional calendars
• Provide detailed product features, benefits, and technical specifications for marketing materials
• Work with eCommerce and retail teams to optimize product presentation and messaging

Strategic Planning

• Develop category strategies aligned with overall business objectives
• Identify growth opportunities and emerging trends within assigned categories
• Create and maintain product roadmaps for new introductions and category expansion
• Conduct competitive analysis to ensure market positioning and differentiation

Secondary Job Functions

• Maintain reliable attendance.
• Actively participate in departmental meetings, training and education. Assist with training other employees and providing backup.
• Complete other assignments and special projects as requested.

Qualifications
Education:

• Bachelor Degree in Merchandising, Marketing, Business or related field or equivalent work experience, Required

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in Merchandising or Category Management, Required
• Management experience, Required
• Electronics or Home Furnishings experience, Preferred

Licenses or Certifications

• None

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Work independently as well as in a team environment
• Document management system
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Maintain confidentiality
• Working knowledge of Continuous Improvement
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously within established time constraints
• Proficient computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite, internet
• Perform under strong demands in a fast-paced environment
• Work professionally with customers and co-workers to efficiently serve our customers, treating both with enthusiasm and respect
• Display empathy, understanding and patience with employees and external customers
• Respond professionally in situations with difficult employee/vendor/customer issues or inquiries

Schedule Expectations

• This position will be required to travel frequently.
• Flexible and willing to work extended hours when necessary.

Job Competencies

• Ethics and values
• Integrity and trust
• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Data-driven decision making
• Relationship building and collaboration
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Adaptability and problem-solving
• Customer-focused mindset
• Initiative and self-motivation

Our Core Values

• Honesty & Integrity
• Passion, Drive, Discipline
• Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence
• Dirty Fingernail
• Growth Focused