Strategic Merchant (Hybrid, Analytics-Driven)

BJ's Wholesale Club; Marlborough (MA); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Free BJ’s Memberships

Generous Paid Time Off

Flexible Health Benefits

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

BJ's Wholesale Club in Marlborough, MA is seeking an Associate Merchant responsible for merchandising functions in assigned categories. This hybrid role requires collaboration on business objectives, managing vendor relations, and executing pricing strategies.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in business or operations and 2-5 years of experience, with strong analytical skills and excellent communication abilities. Enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits with BJ's.

Qualifications

• 2‑5 years of professional merchandising or retail operations experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on the development of sales and margin plans.
• Manage and control open‑to‑buy positioning.
• Participate in negotiations with vendors on merchandise.
• Identify and implement merchandise packaging techniques.
• Review advertising and promotion analytics.

Skills

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Knowledge of vendor negotiation techniques

Ability to multi-task and work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or operations related field

Job description

BJ's Wholesale Club in Marlborough, MA is seeking an Associate Merchant responsible for merchandising functions in assigned categories. This hybrid role requires collaboration on business objectives, managing vendor relations, and executing pricing strategies.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in business or operations and 2-5 years of experience, with strong analytical skills and excellent communication abilities. Enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits with BJ's.