Head of Merchandising & Growth Strategy

The MarketPlace, Inc.; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 180,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

The MarketPlace Ltd. invites applications for a Vice President, Merchandising to lead the company’s merchandising strategy and drive category performance, assortment, pricing, supplier partnerships, and inventory productivity.

The successful candidate will partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance and store leadership to deliver sustainable growth, optimize profitability, and elevate customer value through proven senior merchandising leadership in grocery or food retail.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of senior leadership experience in merchandising or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.
• Progressive leadership in merchandising, buying, or category management within grocery/food retail or related industry.
• Strong track record in category P&L management, supplier negotiations, inventory optimization, and team leadership.
• Experience in international sourcing, import-dependent retail, private label, or fresh-food merchandising is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute merchandising and category strategies to maximize sales, margins, and profitability.
• Oversee product assortment, pricing, promotions, and category performance.
• Optimize inventory levels, replenishment, product availability, and working capital.
• Lead supplier negotiations, strategic sourcing, and vendor relationships.
• Build and develop a high-performing merchandising team.
• Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Distribution, and store leadership to ensure effective execution.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Category management

Supplier negotiations

Inventory optimization

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/ Merchandising/ Finance/ Supply Chain

Job description

The MarketPlace Ltd. invites applications for a Vice President, Merchandising to lead the company’s merchandising strategy and drive category performance, assortment, pricing, supplier partnerships, and inventory productivity.

The successful candidate will partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance and store leadership to deliver sustainable growth, optimize profitability, and elevate customer value through proven senior merchandising leadership in grocery or food retail.