Director, Merchandise Operations
Director, Merchandise Operations
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$ 109720 - 156000
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Job Description
The Director Merchandise Operations is responsible for developing and executing strategies to optimize the buying process support product assortment and enhance cross-functional collaboration. This position ensures seamless execution across planning allocation and inventory management to meet business objectives and deliver an exceptional customer experience.
Lead the operational execution of the merchandising strategy across all product categories aligning with buying teams to ensure effective product launches promotions and seasonal rollouts.
Design and implement streamlined processes and tools to improve efficiency within the buying team. Identify bottlenecks recommend improvements and ensure teams have the resources to execute effectively.
Serve as the primary liaison between the merchandising marketing finance and inventory planning teams to ensure alignment on sales targets promotional strategies and inventory levels.
Partner with the planning and allocation teams to ensure the right product is in the right place at the right time. Oversee inventory levels and manage stock allocations to optimize turnover and minimize markdown risk.
Develop and maintain key performance metrics for buying operations providing insights and actionable data to drive decision-making. Regularly present reports to leadership on buying efficiency inventory health and operational costs.
Work with the buying teams to enhance relationships with key vendors ensuring strong terms consistent supply and optimal cost negotiations.
Lead mentor and develop the merchandising operations team fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. Ensure alignment of team goals with overall company objectives.
Oversee the budgeting and financial planning for merchandising operations. Track operational expenses and ensure the organization is maximizing ROI on merchandising initiatives.
Strong understanding of retail buying cycles inventory management and product lifecycle
Ability to foster relationships across departments from merchandising and marketing to finance and planning
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data to inform strategic decisions
Leadership and team management capabilities with a focus on mentorship and development
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Business Merchandising or a related field
8 years of experience in retail buying merchandising or merchandising operations
Proven track record of success in operational leadership within a retail or e-commerce environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in performance metrics and data analysis
Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to manage and influence cross-functional teams
Proficiency in merchandising systems planning tools and inventory management software
Ability to adapt in a fast-paced dynamic retail environment with evolving priorities
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Claires is committed to adhering to all applicable company policies and federal state and local laws and regulations. All positions will be compensated at or above the legally mandated minimum wage for the location in which work is performed. The final compensation will be determined by various factors such as relevant work experience education certifications skills and geographic location.
Benefits for full-time employees included medical dental and vision insurance voluntary welfare plans bonus plan eligibility 401(k) match vacation time sick time* and paid leave.
Benefits for part-time employees included voluntary welfare plans 401(k) match vacation time sick time* and paid leave in required states.
*Sick Time: For the State of Washington all employees will accrue paid sick time at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.
Claires is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity equity and inclusion and we encourage applications from members of all underrepresented groups including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants needs upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require.
Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. To request accommodation please email . Only messages sent for this purpose will be considered.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
