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Procurement

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Responsible for setting and executing overall merchandising, marketing, assortment and vendor strategy for a GM department or sub-departments. Develop annual sub-department budget for each division; accountable for meeting sales and profit goals. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Work with Planners and/or DMM Planning on annual budgets for department sales and profit for each division

Direct and approve selection of assortment; supervises overall fashion procurement

Achieve period and annual budgets for department sales and profit; develops strategic plans, including regional plans as needed, that focus on achieving financial goals set for the company and each division

Review profit and loss statements every period and submits report on period results to management; develops other recaps as needed

Develop and ensure implementation of weekly, quarterly, and annual ad and sales promotion plans; reviews advertising content

Develop and ensure implementation of display plans; reviews schematics and product selection

Support and ensure implementation of strategic growth and corporate initiatives, including eCommerce

Ensure merchandising bulletins are developed and distributed on a timely basis

Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with vendors, and participate in vendor business reviews to evaluate past negotiations and terms in order to maximize sales and profit

Collaborate with Product Development and Corporate Brands teams on private label items

Monitor retail pricing guidelines for all items in alignment with Corporate objectives and strategy

Direct and coordinates the activities of buyers; ensures deadlines are met

Ensure standardization of buying processes with a focus on continuous improvement

Conduct store tours across the enterprise

Participate in Corporate meetings with Divisions

Maintain a high level of awareness and evaluates the effectiveness of current industry trends for merchandise and merchandise presentation

Maintain awareness of competitive landscape across the Enterprise

Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports

Travel independently on a regular basis

Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Minimum

Bachelor's degree in business or related field, plus 6-10 years merchandise/operations manager experience; or combination of relevant education and experience

Familiarity with merchandising techniques

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Accuracy/attention to detail

Ability to organize/prioritize tasks/projects

Familiarity with industry/technical terms and processes

Proficient with Microsoft Office, Report Management and Distribution System (RMDS), and Dallas

Desired

Familiarity with commodity markets

Experience directing/participating on project teams