LPS Merchant

Lowe's Companies, Inc.; Mooresville (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowe’s headquarters in Mooresville, NC seeks an experienced Associate Merchant lead to drive category strategy, manage vendor relations and optimize product assortment. You will collaborate across inventory, marketing and finance to ensure compelling product presentations and successful promotions.

The role requires strong leadership, market analysis skills and a track record in retail merchandising. This position is based at the Mooresville headquarters with opportunities for cross-functional

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in retail merchandising, category management, assortment planning, vendor negotiations and financial performance management.

Responsibilities

• Lead an Associate Merchandiser and assist with recruiting, selection, development and performance management.
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends, competitor offerings and customer localization to drive strategy for assigned product categories.
• Execute weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual product line reviews or business reviews to assess performance and align strategies.
• Provide feedback on product performance and customer feedback to senior leadership.
• Assist with the Request for Proposal (RFP) process.
• Ensure product information is accurate and updated on Lowe’s Pro Supply website and all marketing collateral.
• Attend industry and customer trade shows and supplier visits.
• Maintain industry expertise to stay aware of new trends to optimize product category success.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors and manage day-to-day operations.
• Collaborate with inventory, marketing, finance and corporate merchants to drive product management initiatives and promotional strategies.
• Collaborate with Marketing on visual presentation and creative development for product packing and promotions

Skills

Merchandising

Category management

Assortment planning

Vendor negotiations

Financial performance management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Merchandising, or related field

Job description

Do your Best Work in Mooresville

This position is based at our headquarters in Mooresville, North Carolina. Our corporate office is a space where you can collaborate and do your best work. Take a walk, grab a bite (or a cup of coffee), work out or get a check-up – we invest in you so you can find your inspiration.

What You Will Do

• Lead an Associate Merchant and assists with recruiting, selection, development, and performance management.
• Conducts market analysis to identify trends, competitor offerings, and customer localization opportunities to drive strategy for assigned product categories.
• Execute weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual product line reviews or business reviews to assess performance and align strategies.
• Provides feedback on product performance and customer feedback to senior leadership.
• Assists with the Request for Proposal (RFP)process
• Ensure product information is accurate and updated on the Lowes Pro Supply website and all marketing collateral.
• Attends industry and customer trade shows as well as supplier factory visits.
• Maintains industry expertise to stay aware of new trends/business to optimize product category success.
• Responsible for maintaining strong, effective relationships with vendors, managing day to day operations.
• Collaborate with inventory, marketing, finance, and corporate merchants to drive product management initiatives and promotional strategies.
• Collaborates with Marketing team on visual presentation and creative development for product packing and promotions

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Merchandising, or a related field and 7+ years of overall experience in retail merchandising, category management, assortment planning, vendor negotiations, and financial performance management within a large retailer, B2B distributor, or comparable industry.
• 3-5 years of experience in Merchandising, retail or a related field.
• Basic understanding of the market, product trends, and customer preferences relevant to their specific category.

About Lowe’s

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe’s employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,750 home improvement stores, 540 branches and 120 distribution centers. Lowe’s is a core value S&P 500 equity stock and a dividend aristocrat. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.