Merchandise Manager-AMES
Ames Tools Corporation, a GMS Company is the leading provider of automatic taping and finishing (ATF) tools, supplies, and training to the professional drywall finishing industry.
GMS is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials.
Founded in 1971, GMS now operates a network of more than 250 distribution centers nationwide.
For more information about GMS, visit www.
gms.
com or any one of our subsidiary company websites.
Summary:
The Merchandise Manager is responsible for the merchandise assortment pricing and POS item maintenance within the company's stores.
This position will implement a comprehensive pricing plan and structure by working with the Sr.
Merchandise Manager, E-Commerce team, field sales organization, store managers, and distribution partner.
It is expected that the Merchandise Manager will supply advice and assistance to the Sr.
Merchandise Manager and Field Sales Team as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
Responsibilities:
Manages implementation of merchandise pricing, including list price, alternate list price, and implementation of promotional pricing.
Periodically conducts and evaluates competitive retail price comparisons.
Manage all price updates and general pricing integrity across company stores.
Develops customer driven product assortments (based on markets) that support strategic goals while ensuring the merchandise selection matches customer needs.
Provides collaborative guidance, direction and support to the field sales organization and store managers in the development of promotional plans.
Monitors performance versus plan to identify trend opportunities.
Partner with appropriate All-Wall.
com colleagues to ensure pricing is appropriately aligned.
Partners with IT and Finance to create reports and monitor margin performance versus plan to identify trend and improvement opportunities.
Develops and maintains relationships with vendors to maintain current and accurate direct ship pricing files.
Periodically visits stores to seek feedback and evaluate merchandise pricing, weighs individual store needs, and incorporates findings into companies pricing plan.
Ensures promotional execution accuracy (pricing, etc.
) Ensures merchandise mix balances quantity, quality and price consistent with company and individual market requirements Attends relevant trade shows, markets and events to observe market trends, gather product information, selects merchandise and establish business relationships with viable vendors.
Provides merchandising and pricing guidance for the company's retail focused internet sales programs.
Provides POS support and guidance to the Customer Service Team.
Other projects and duties as assigned.
This position will require up to 10% travel.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 5-7 years hardlines/retail buying, negotiating and merchandising experience highly preferred or relevant Ames store experience.
Demonstrated Leadership and decision-making skills.
Strong Merchandising, product, and analytical skills.
Proficient in the use of desktop applications and Windows-based programs (Excel and PowerPoint) is preferred.
Retail math literacy and the application of such concepts to daily operations is required.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as departmental reports and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Bachelor's degree from a four year college or university or relevant experience PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit.
The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Incentive Pay:
This position is eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan, which is based on a combination of individual and company performance.
Company
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance HSA, FSA Plans 401k Employee Stock Purchase Plan Paid Parental Leave Paid holidays & Paid Time Off Company benefits are subject to change.
This job description is subject to change at any time.
Ames Taping Tools is an equal opportunity employer and believes that each team member makes a significant contribution to our success.
That contribution is not limited by the assigned responsibilities outlined in this job description.
Therefore, this job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit the incumbent nor the organization to just the work identified.
It is our expectation that each team member will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.
This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Recommended Skills Analytical Customer Demand Planning Customer Service Decision Making E Commerce Finance Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
GMS is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials.
Founded in 1971, GMS now operates a network of more than 250 distribution centers nationwide.
For more information about GMS, visit www.
gms.
com or any one of our subsidiary company websites.
Summary:
The Merchandise Manager is responsible for the merchandise assortment pricing and POS item maintenance within the company's stores.
This position will implement a comprehensive pricing plan and structure by working with the Sr.
Merchandise Manager, E-Commerce team, field sales organization, store managers, and distribution partner.
It is expected that the Merchandise Manager will supply advice and assistance to the Sr.
Merchandise Manager and Field Sales Team as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
Responsibilities:
Manages implementation of merchandise pricing, including list price, alternate list price, and implementation of promotional pricing.
Periodically conducts and evaluates competitive retail price comparisons.
Manage all price updates and general pricing integrity across company stores.
Develops customer driven product assortments (based on markets) that support strategic goals while ensuring the merchandise selection matches customer needs.
Provides collaborative guidance, direction and support to the field sales organization and store managers in the development of promotional plans.
Monitors performance versus plan to identify trend opportunities.
Partner with appropriate All-Wall.
com colleagues to ensure pricing is appropriately aligned.
Partners with IT and Finance to create reports and monitor margin performance versus plan to identify trend and improvement opportunities.
Develops and maintains relationships with vendors to maintain current and accurate direct ship pricing files.
Periodically visits stores to seek feedback and evaluate merchandise pricing, weighs individual store needs, and incorporates findings into companies pricing plan.
Ensures promotional execution accuracy (pricing, etc.
) Ensures merchandise mix balances quantity, quality and price consistent with company and individual market requirements Attends relevant trade shows, markets and events to observe market trends, gather product information, selects merchandise and establish business relationships with viable vendors.
Provides merchandising and pricing guidance for the company's retail focused internet sales programs.
Provides POS support and guidance to the Customer Service Team.
Other projects and duties as assigned.
This position will require up to 10% travel.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 5-7 years hardlines/retail buying, negotiating and merchandising experience highly preferred or relevant Ames store experience.
Demonstrated Leadership and decision-making skills.
Strong Merchandising, product, and analytical skills.
Proficient in the use of desktop applications and Windows-based programs (Excel and PowerPoint) is preferred.
Retail math literacy and the application of such concepts to daily operations is required.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as departmental reports and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Bachelor's degree from a four year college or university or relevant experience PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit.
The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Incentive Pay:
This position is eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan, which is based on a combination of individual and company performance.
Company
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance HSA, FSA Plans 401k Employee Stock Purchase Plan Paid Parental Leave Paid holidays & Paid Time Off Company benefits are subject to change.
This job description is subject to change at any time.
Ames Taping Tools is an equal opportunity employer and believes that each team member makes a significant contribution to our success.
That contribution is not limited by the assigned responsibilities outlined in this job description.
Therefore, this job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit the incumbent nor the organization to just the work identified.
It is our expectation that each team member will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.
This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Recommended Skills Analytical Customer Demand Planning Customer Service Decision Making E Commerce Finance Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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