This position follow trends, and articulates a strategy for the department that aligns with the Moose vision. Additionally, they work closely with the Department Manager and General Manager to forecast consumer demands, set sales goals, and conduct financial analysis on a regular basis.
- Coordinate with Department Manager on ordering strategies and plans to meet company goals
- Oversee sales, margins and profit/growth
- Manage inventory, order and merchandise products
- Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers
- Collaborate with suppliers to evaluate product, availability, delivery, and price, and negotiate for pricing
- Coordinate returns and credit from suppliers when needed and ensure employees with ordering responsibilities know how to do the same
- Troubleshoot vendor problems and present to Department Manager as required
- Ensure all products are properly tagged, labeled and entered into the Catapult system
- Manage all product storage and ensure shelves are loaded with fresh products and rotated properly at all times
- Set sales goals and work with managers and employees to ensure goals are met
- Set competitive price points and adjust prices to increase sales and clear stagnant items from inventory
- Other duties as assigned by management
