Strategic Merchandising Manager — Lead & Optimize Purchasing

ernestpackagingsolutions; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ernest Packaging Solutions in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Merchandising Manager to lead our team of merchandisers, drive cost savings, and develop people and processes. You'll oversee procurement, vendor strategy, and inventory oversight while guiding a strong and capable team in a hands-on, on-site setting.

This role requires procurement expertise and a passion for developing others and improving systems. As part of the leadership, you will coach and mentor, manage vendor relationships,

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in purchasing, merchandising, or procurement leadership.
• Proven track record in vendor negotiation, cost savings, and supplier relationship management.
• Experience with ERP systems required; SAP experience preferred.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor a team while managing multiple priorities.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable making data-informed decisions that align with company goals.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of merchandisers, aligning with goals and growth.
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate favorable terms.
• Oversee inventory levels and optimize turnover to protect margins.
• Improve purchasing procedures, systems, and reporting (SAP) to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Team Leadership

Vendor Negotiation

Cost Savings

Data-Driven Decisions

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Tools

SAP

Job description

Ernest Packaging Solutions in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Merchandising Manager to lead our team of merchandisers, drive cost savings, and develop people and processes. You'll oversee procurement, vendor strategy, and inventory oversight while guiding a strong and capable team in a hands-on, on-site setting.

This role requires procurement expertise and a passion for developing others and improving systems. As part of the leadership, you will coach and mentor, manage vendor relationships,