201- Merchandise Manager

Forman Mills, Inc.; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company seeks a Merch Manager in East Orange, NJ, responsible for all merchandising operations within assigned departments. The role includes managing team performance, ensuring compliance with company policies, and enhancing store profitability. Join a dynamic team to drive retail excellence and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

On-the-job Training

Employee Assistance Program

401 (K) Plan with employer match

Potential for Advancement

Generous Employee Discount

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Paid Vacation

Holiday Pay

Direct Community Involvement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to work varied hours including nights and weekends.
• Flexible to transfer between stores as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee merchandising operations and HR functions.
• Accountable for store volume and employee retention.
• Communicate policies and training materials effectively.

Skills

Effective Communication

Team Management

Customer Service Orientation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

East Orange, East Orange, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, May 26, 2025 at 4:00 AM

As one of America's fastest-growing regional retail companies, Forman Mills is constantly seeking the best and brightest talents to drive the continued growth of the company. If you have a passion for excellence, an unwavering focus on delivering value for the customer, and a drive to be the best, Forman Mills can be your springboard to incredible career growth.

As one of America's fastest-growing regional retail companies, Forman Mills is constantly seeking the best and brightest talents to drive the continued growth of the company. If you have a passion for excellence, an unwavering focus on delivering value for the customer, and a drive to be the best, Forman Mills can be your springboard to incredible career growth.

The Merch Manager reporting to the Store Manager is directly responsible for all Merchandising Operations within an assigned group of Departments in the store to Include but not limited to: Department Layouts/adjacencies to guidelines noted in the Daily Memo, Signing Standards, Product Features, Raceway and promo aisle setup, Markdowns, Freight Flow to the Salesfloor, Loss Prevention and Shrink Control, Maintenance/Detail Recovery of their assigned departments and Acts as the Manager on Duty overseeing the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Co-Manager. Additional duties may include HR Functions (Hiring, Staffing, Paperwork HR and Front End). The Merch Manager is also responsible for ensuring all company policies and procedures are understood and executed. Accountable for improving store volume, profits, shrink, employee retention/turnover and store merchandising/presentation standards by meeting and exceeding all established budgets and company guidelines. The ability to work at different locations in and around the city in which you live at the District Managers discretion. Potential overnight accommodations to assist in, but not limited to new store openings, store cleanups and Inventory at the needs of the Business and the District Manager. Ability to communicate effectively as it relates to communicating to customers and team members all Forman Mills written policy and procedures, training materials, directives and any other materials Forman Mills produces. May be required to lift up to 40 lbs. and on occasions up to 70 lbs. from floor level with adequate fitness level to meet the demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing and repetitive lifting with or without reasonable accommodation.

· Transfers to other stores within the market may occur and will need to be flexible to those opportunities.

· Ability to work varied hours/days, including 2-3 nights per week, weekends and holidays to meet the needs of the business.

Here’s a few of the benefits we offer our eligible associates:

On-the-job Training

Employee Assistance Program

401 (K) Plan with employer match

Potential for Advancement

Generous Employee Discount

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Paid Vacation

Holiday Pay

Here’s a few of the benefits we offer our eligible associates:

On-the-job Training

Employee Assistance Program

401 (K) Plan with employer match

Potential for Advancement

Generous Employee Discount

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Paid Vacation

Holiday Pay

Direct Community Involvement Opportunities

East Orange, East Orange, New Jersey, United States of America