Assistant Category Manager
On-siteOmaha, Nebraska, United States
Omaha, Nebraska, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeMedium
Full TimeMedium
Job Summary
Develop and implement merchandising strategy for annuals to drive planned sales, maximize inventory efficiency, and hit profitability targets. Champion the brand story by monitoring market trends and business results, adapting strategies seasonally to optimize sales, margin, and turn. Own the creation of floor set planograms and establish strong vendor partnerships through negotiation and market travel. Grow the Pro business by maintaining relationships with customers, ensuring accurate availability, and closing sales while managing monthly Open to Buy projections.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in retail buying or a related field
- An interest in and awareness of evolving trends
- A strong sense of urgency and the ability to initiate action without daily direction
- An ability to multi-task, keeping several projects running at one time
- Attention to detail with a strong discipline to solve problems and drive results
- An ability to think both critically and analytically
- A passion for building and sustaining collaborative relationships at multiple levels within a company
- An ability to use various software applications
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