Merchandise Manager

Arborlinks-Golf-Club; Nebraska City (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Arborlinks-Golf-Club seeks a Merchandise Manager to lead the golf shop and merchandise operations, ensuring top-notch presentation, inventory control, and member/guest service. You will partner with the Head Golf Professional and Director of Retail Operations to optimize displays, manage stock, and drive performance across the network, while upholding policy and safety standards.

In this role you will supervise and train staff, manage vendor relationships, and collaborate with corporate partners

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience in retail management, merchandising, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily golf shop and merchandise operations in partnership with the Head Golf Professional and Director of Retail Operations.
• Maintain organization and presentation of merchandise on the sales floor and in storage areas.
• Place, receive, and track merchandise orders to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Consult with the Director of Retail Operations on proper placement and presentation of merchandise displays.
• Establish standards for appearance and maintain visual merchandising across the golf shop and clubhouse.

Skills

Merchandise leadership

Inventory management

Visual merchandising

Team training

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

3+ years retail management

Tools

POS systems

Job description

The Merchandise Manager provides leadership and oversight of the golf shop and merchandise operations, ensuring high standards of presentation, inventory control, and exceptional service to members and guests.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As a member of the Golf Operations leadership team, your essential functions and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee daily golf shop and merchandise operations in partnership with the Head Golf Professional and Director of Retail Operations.
• Maintain organization and presentation of merchandise on the sales floor and in storage areas.
• Place, receive, and track merchandise orders to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Consult with the Director of Retail Operations on proper placement and presentation of merchandise displays.
• Establish standards for appearance and maintain visual merchandising across the golf shop and clubhouse.
• Rotate and update merchandise displays to reflect inventory levels, seasons, and promotions.
• Supervise and train team members on merchandising standards, organization, and display maintenance.
• Maintain props, mannequins, and display materials through regular cleaning and inspection.
• Store, pack, and maintain inventory records for products and display items.
• Utilize point-of-sale systems to process purchases and track inventory movement.
• Communicate with members regarding special orders, coordinating placement and shipment.
• Support Dormie Network online golf shop operations and order fulfillment.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with merchandise leaders across the Network, as well as vendors and corporate partners.
• Adheres to all Dormie Network’s policies, procedures and service standards.
• Work collaboratively with all employees to support an efficient and positive team environment.
• Consistently greet members, guests, and fellow employees with professionalism, enthusiasm, and a willingness to help.

WHO YOU ARE

• Champions a service-first culture by setting clear expectations, holding teams accountable, and driving a consistently elevated member and guest experience across the operation.
• Sets the standard for professionalism and positivity in all member and guest retail interactions.
• Communicates clearly, confidently, and professionally, both verbally and in writing, across all levels of the organization.
• Exhibits exceptional organizational skills with disciplined attention to detail in directing retail operations, inventory strategy, and merchandising execution.
• Manages time strategically and ensures merchandising goals, financial targets, and operational deadlines are consistently achieved.
• Applies advanced analytical thinking and decisive problem-solving to drive retail performance, inventory optimization, and margin management.
• Provides strong leadership and supervision of the merchandising team, establishing clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards.
• Strategically prioritizes merchandising initiatives and delegates responsibilities to drive results and elevate the member retail experience.
• Works independently in assigned leadership responsibilities while remaining aligned with Club and Corporate leadership.

• Demonstrates advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or comparable software to support reporting, forecasting, and operational oversight.
• Understands, enforces, and upholds written and verbal policies, procedures, and retail compliance standards.
• Maintains strict confidentiality when handling sensitive, proprietary, financial, or member-related information.
• Performs with composure and sound judgment in a fast-paced and occasionally high-pressure retail environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends, holidays, and varying shifts based on Club operations and member needs.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains merchandise staff.
• Oversees daily department operations.
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.
• Manages discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience in retail management, merchandising, or a related field preferred.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist, and turn.
• Ability to visually inspect merchandise for quality and presentation.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

Dormie Network is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of this position. If you require accommodation during the application process or employment, please notify the Manager of the position.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Dormie Network is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and job applicants on the basis of qualifications, performance, and ability, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other class protected under applicable local, state or federal law.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. This job description may be changed or updated at any time without notice.