VP Merchandising: Strategy, Sourcing & Growth

Colonial Group; Roswell (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group seeks a VP Merchandising to lead the enterprise strategy across uniforms, workwear, linens, facility products, and related offerings. You will oversee product management, category management, sourcing, pricing, inventory optimization, and supplier partnerships to drive profitable growth.

The role requires building category roadmaps, managing product lifecycle, negotiating strategic agreements, and partnering with Finance, Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain to maximize value and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive merchandising and product leadership experience.
• 10+ years of leadership experience managing merchandising, sourcing, or product teams.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes enterprise merchandising strategy across product portfolio.
• Leads assortment planning, lifecycle management, and portfolio optimization.
• Leverages market insights and supplier partnerships to drive growth and profitability.
• Establishes pricing strategies and collaborates with Finance on performance.
• Mentors merchandising leaders and drives accountability and continuous improvement.
• Collaborates with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Operations.

Skills

Merchandising strategy

Category management

Sourcing & supplier negotiations

Inventory optimization

Pricing strategy

Forecasting & demand planning

Financial acumen

Executive communication

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

MBA or related advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Colonial Group seeks a VP Merchandising to lead the enterprise strategy across uniforms, workwear, linens, facility products, and related offerings. You will oversee product management, category management, sourcing, pricing, inventory optimization, and supplier partnerships to drive profitable growth.

The role requires building category roadmaps, managing product lifecycle, negotiating strategic agreements, and partnering with Finance, Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain to maximize value and