Merchandising Manager

US Diversity Job Search; Adairsville (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) match

Hotel discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Barnsley Resort in Georgia is seeking a Merchandising Manager to lead merchandise planning, pricing, and presentation across resort retail channels. You will drive assortment strategies, negotiate with vendors, and mentor a retail team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The role blends analytics with creative merchandising, collaborating with marketing and resort operations to align with brand goals and seasonal campaigns.

Qualifications

• Minimum cash handling experience and a strong retail/hospitality mindset.
• Bachelor's degree required with proven merchandising experience.
• 2–3 years of retail/hotel experience; 3–5 years buying/planning or category management preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and a creative, brand-aware approach.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and vendor-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Forecast seasonal profits and optimise product lines across designated areas.
• Develop merchandising plans to support marketing and promotions.
• Assist guests with merchandise and tee-time purchases.
• Handle daily cash, refunds, exchanges, and deposits.
• Stock, price, and ticket merchandise; manage inventories and monthly updates.
• Lead assortment planning and seasonal range development.
• Negotiate with vendors and manage relationships and terms.
• Coordinate with marketing, e-commerce, and resort teams for events and launches.
• Direct visual merchandising for in-store and online experiences.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity; present performance reports.
• Lead and mentor retail team members.

Skills

Cash handling

Merchandising

Vendor management

Brand awareness

Excel

Micros

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Micros

Excel

Job description

Property Description

Barnsley Resort is a luxury destination located in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Georgia, offering a unique and enchanting work environment for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. As a job applicant, joining the team at Barnsley Resort means being part of a renowned property known for its stunning scenery, unparalleled amenities, and exceptional service. The resort offers a range of employment opportunities, from guest services to culinary, spa, and outdoor recreation, providing a diverse and rewarding career path. Barnsley Resort is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive work culture that values teamwork, creativity, and outstanding guest experiences. Employees can expect to work in a serene and idyllic setting, where they can showcase their skills, grow their career, and be part of a team that delivers extraordinary experiences to guests. Joining the team at Barnsley Resort presents a unique opportunity to be part of a world-class resort that offers an unparalleled experience for both guests and team members alike.

Overview

Are you a dynamic and detail-oriented individual with a passion for creating unforgettable luxury resort experience? Join the Barnsley Team as a Merchandising Manager and embark on an exciting journey to bring extraordinary experiences to life. In this role, you will work closely with our talented resort team, assisting in the coordination, planning, and execution of uniquely branded resort merchandise. With your high energy, enthusiasm, and organizational skills, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of our retail sales and offerings performing a variety of leadership functions for the department. The Merchandising Manager reports to the Director of Golf and is responsible for planning, selecting, presenting, and managing products across retail channels. This role blends analytics, commercial strategy, supplier negotiation, and creative merchandising to ensure the right products are available at the right time and in the right presentation. Come join the Barnsley Team of talented, passionate hospitality professionals and contribute to creating extraordinary experiences for our members and guests.

Responsibilities

• Forecasting seasonal profits and sales, and optimising the sales volume and profitability of designated product areas
• Developing and implementing merchandising plans to assist in the marketing and promotion of products
• Assist members and guests with purchases of merchandise and/or tee times.
• Daily cash handling, refunds, exchanges, room charges, employee discounts, gift certificates, promotions, credit card purchases, daily shift deposits.
• Stock, replenish and retrieve merchandise and supplies. Ensure all merchandise is correctly ticketed and priced.
• Manage retail inventories: Conduct monthly inventory and enter updates in inventory platform.
• Open and close retail stores.
• Pack orders to be shipped.
• Take merchandise orders by telephone.
• Develop and execute merchandising strategies aligned with financial and brand goals.
• Lead assortment planning, SKU selection, and seasonal range development.
• Analyze sales, margin, and inventory data to optimize performance.
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms.
• Oversee product lifecycle from concept to end-of-life, including pricing and markdowns.
• Coordinate with marketing, e-commerce, and resort teams on special event, member, and guest launches and promotions.
• Direct visual merchandising for in-store and online environments.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity.
• Prepare performance reports and present business cases to leadership.
• Lead and mentor retail team members.

Qualifications

• Previous cash handling experience.
• Bachelor's Degree
• 2-3 years of prior retail/hotel experience or a combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years experience in buying, planning, or catefory management.
• Stron analytical skills and proficiency with merchandising/data tools.
• Creative and commercial mindset with strong brand awareness.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and vendor-management skills
• Proven effectiveness in working luxury resort members and guests and across departments.
• Proficient computer skills, with knowledge of Micros and Excel preferred.

Benefits

• Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US.
• A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners' mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company.
• In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.
• In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.
• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match
• Working at Davidson is like nowhere else.
• It's less of a job, more of a calling.
• It's part career, part revolution.
• Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.
• EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation
• Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.
• Pre-employment drug test and background check required.
• We participate in E-Verify.