Divisional Merchandise Managers (DMM) are responsible for developing and communicating merchandise and omni strategies to his/ her respective merchant team to meet or exceed sales, margin and turn targets. A DMM guides Buyers and Planners through the development of Merchandise Strategies and assortment plans to maintain the integrity of financial goals, product strategies and customer focus. A DMM works in partnership with the VPs of Planning to maximize overall financial performance of product categories and to develop a collaborative team culture within the merchandise pyramid.

Essential Functions:

Partner with VP Planning to develop and communicate the merchandise strategy and sales and margin goals for each DMM division
Responsible for all footwear: Women’s, Men’s and Kids
Collaborate with VP of Planning at beginning of Merchandise Financial Planning process to provide business specific insights and findings
Develop and communicate strategic visions and goals, and customer and marketplace perspective, to respective cross-functional partners
Provide guidance to Buyers to ensure merchandise strategies and assortment plans meet divisional objectives and align with customer and store needs
Guide the open to buy process
Attend relevant trade shows, markets and events to observe and stay current on market trends, gather product information, select merchandise and establish business relationships
Highly involved in Private Brand item lifecycle
Foster strong relationships with key vendors to ensure partnerships that deliver strong product and financial results
Build advertising vehicles that enhance the division brand, drive customer traffic and deliver return on investment
Review and approve advertising strategies/ proposals from Buying staff
Review and approve markdown strategies/proposals from Buying staff
Focus on developing and maintaining bench strength
Build a high quality merchandising team by developing partnerships, leading, coaching and providing constructive feedback
Facilitate team environment between Buying and Planning organizations
Lead initiatives to instill best practices and develop support infrastructure
Requires designated hybrid in-office work schedule
Ability to travel as needed

Education and Work Experience:

Bachelor's degree preferred
4-6 years of retail buying required
7-9 years of retail experience required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Effectively manages a large scope of responsibility to achieve financial targets based on a sound knowledge of merchandising concepts
Thinks conceptually and strategically
Is highly organized and multitasks
Builds and maintains productive cross-functional relationships
Prioritizes and manages workload and processes to meet company objectives
Takes calculated risks to achieve results
Crafts targeted and effective verbal and written communications
Fosters a strong team environment and works effectively with management
Adapts to shifting circumstances in a business environment
Exhibits ethics, fairness & values-based decisions
Proficient in business-related computer software (Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, etc.)

Pay Range
$200,000 - $275,000

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

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VP/DMM Shoes (Hybrid)