Division Merchandise Manager, Apparel

JOB DESCRIPTION

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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

QUALIFICATIONS

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

Client-provided location(s): Portland, OR

Job ID: kroger-148842

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-08-29T00:33:50