Merchandising Manager

Modern Beauty Supplies; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Beauty Supplies in Calgary is seeking a Merchandising Manager to lead strategy, execution, and maintenance of merchandising standards across our retail network. You will ensure visually compelling, brand-consistent in-store presentations and a seamless customer experience at all touchpoints.

The role requires strong analytical skills, cross-functional coordination, and meticulous timeline management to balance shelf aesthetics with commercial performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail merchandising, visual presentation, or category management.
• Strong analytical skills interpreting sales and inventory data.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and timeline management.
• Creative mindset balancing visual appeal with commercial performance.
• Excellent communication and cross-department collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop merchandising strategy and execute across store network.
• Collaborate with brand partners and vendors.
• Manage inventory and shelf presentation.
• Lead training and ensure compliance.
• Coordinate marketing, store setup, and logistics.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration and strategic planning.

Skills

Retail merchandising

Visual presentation

Category management

Analytical skills

Timeline management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Job description

Modern Beauty was established in Calgary, AB, in 1986. Today, we are Canada’s largest family-owned supplier with over 50 stores across Canada. At Modern, we are the exclusive distributor of numerous product lines recognized worldwide. We are recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for our continuous expansions, progressive thinking, and our ability to accommodate our growing client base while ensuring our employees are treated like family.

We are looking for a Merchandising Manager to join our fast-paced team at our Calgary Head Office location. As a Merchandising Manager, you will be responsible for the strategic planning, execution, and maintenance of merchandising standards across Modern Beauty’s retail store network. This role ensures the delivery of visually compelling and brand-consistent in-store presentations.

The Merchandising Manager plays a key role in enhancing the customer experience through effective shelf management, point-of-purchase displays, and brand partnerships.

This position requires strong analytical skills, creativity, cross-functional coordination, and a highly organized approach to managing timelines, inventory flow, and brand assets.

Responsibilities

• Merchandising Strategy & Execution
• Brand & Vendor Collaboration
• Inventory & Shelf Management
• Leadership, Training & Compliance
• Marketing & Communication
• Store Setup & Logistics
• Cross-Functional & Strategic Collaboration

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience in retail merchandising, visual presentation, or category management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales and inventory data.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and timeline management.
• Creative mindset with the ability to balance visual appeal and commercial performance.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate across departments and with external brand partners.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced retail environment.

Join us as a Merchandising Manager to shape an engaging shopping environment that delights customers while driving business success!