Strategic Merchandising Manager - Apparel & Accessories

Genesco Inc; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnston & Murphy is seeking a Merchandising Manager to lead strategic vision for assigned product categories across stores and eCommerce. You will direct a team to maximize sales, margin, and engagement while upholding the brand position.

You will collaborate with Design, Planning, Marketing, Retail Operations, and Executive Leadership to translate insights into compelling assortments and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive merchandising or buying experience, preferably in footwear/apparel.
• Proven experience managing product assortments across multiple channels, including retail and eCommerce.

Responsibilities

• Analyze weekly sales, inventory, and performance reports to identify opportunities, risks, and actionable insights.
• Develop and maintain sales forecasts, inventory plans, and seasonal buy strategies by product category and channel.
• Communicate style-level sales projections and inventory requirements to the Sourcing team.
• Determine optimal SKU assortments and inventory depth by store based on sales and regional trends.
• Establish and adjust store model stocks and replenishment strategies based on trends and performance.
• Manage inter-store transfers to maximize sell-through and inventory productivity.
• Monitor inventory flow to distribution centers and stores to ensure timely receipt and allocation.
• Collaborate with Wholesale merchandising to align assortment across channels and serve as the DTC expert.
• Communicate performance and seasonal recaps to Product Development, Marketing, Sourcing, Operations, and Leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

IBM Planning Analytics

Jesta Merchandising System

Jesta Sourcing & Demand

Job description

Johnston & Murphy is seeking a Merchandising Manager to lead strategic vision for assigned product categories across stores and eCommerce. You will direct a team to maximize sales, margin, and engagement while upholding the brand position.

You will collaborate with Design, Planning, Marketing, Retail Operations, and Executive Leadership to translate insights into compelling assortments and growth opportunities.