Merchandising Manager — Elevate Omnichannel Experience

knitwellgroup; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off & holidays

Monthly bonuses

Merchandise discounts

Professional development

Community impact

Job summary

Ann Taylor is seeking a Merchandising Manager to bring the brand to life on the sales floor and lead a team of associates in partnership with the Store Manager.

You will enhance the customer experience, maintain brand standards, manage merchandise placement, freight, and inventory, and use reporting to drive performance. The role promotes an inclusive environment with growth opportunities in Plano, TX.

Qualifications

• 1+ year retail management experience preferred.
• Hospitality mindset when connecting with customers and associates.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to organize, delegate, and prioritize assignments to meet deadlines.
• Takes initiative and uses sound judgment to solve problems.
• Knowledge of visual standards and brand guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate a customer-focused environment delivering exceptional experiences.
• Use technology to provide a seamless omnichannel shopping experience.
• Create an inclusive store environment for associates where all feel welcome.
• Make merchandise and product placement updates on the sales floor per brand standards.
• Process freight shipments and oversee inventory management.
• Use reporting to drive merchandising and styling decisions.
• Coach associates on brand behaviors to inspire and assist customers.
• Communicate daily priorities and assign responsibilities to associates.
• Develop a strong operational dynamic within the team by maximizing brand behaviors.
• Analyze reporting to set goals for individual and team performance.
• Balance selling responsibilities with store operational activities.

Skills

Retail management

Hospitality mindset

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Job description

Ann Taylor is seeking a Merchandising Manager to bring the brand to life on the sales floor and lead a team of associates in partnership with the Store Manager.

You will enhance the customer experience, maintain brand standards, manage merchandise placement, freight, and inventory, and use reporting to drive performance. The role promotes an inclusive environment with growth opportunities in Plano, TX.