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Find Merchandising Manager jobs that match your experience in retail strategy, product assortment, pricing, and sales performance. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover roles where they can shape how products reach customers and drive business growth.

What Does a Merchandising Manager Do?

Merchandising Managers plan and manage product assortments to meet customer demand and business goals. They may oversee product selection, inventory strategy, pricing, promotional calendars, and presentation across stores or digital channels. The role often involves analyzing sales trends, coordinating with buyers and suppliers, and partnering with marketing, finance, and operations teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience in merchandising, retail, category management, or buying, along with strong analytical and communication skills. Candidates may be expected to use sales and inventory data, build forecasts, manage budgets, negotiate with vendors, and lead cross-functional projects. Knowledge of retail planning systems, e-commerce platforms, and relevant analytics tools can also be valuable.

Merchandising Manager Salaries and Career Growth

Compensation varies by industry, location, company size, and scope of responsibility. Seniority, team leadership, and expertise in high-volume or omnichannel businesses can influence earning potential. Merchandising Managers may advance to senior merchandising, category leadership, director, or broader commercial and retail leadership roles.

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$94K - $129K *

Unlock the potential of ecommerce merchandising by leading a dynamic team to enhance online customer experiences, optimize site content, and drive digital initiatives across a prestigious brand portfo...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$85K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of ecommerce by managing site operations and merchandising. Drive product discovery and enhance customer experience through data-driven strategies and collaborati...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$85K - $100K *

Drive retail excellence across collegiate athletics locations, enhancing fan experiences and revenue growth. Lead teams, manage partnerships, and execute strategic initiatives to elevate brand engagem...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Optimize in-store merchandising operations by leading regional teams, driving sales growth, and ensuring alignment with retailer goals. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful solutions wh...

St. Paul, MNRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading in-store merchandising operations and driving impactful Shelf Services programs. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize retail space, enhance sales growth, and manag...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Drive the branded merchandise function, overseeing vendor sourcing, production management, and budget accountability. Ensure timely delivery and quality control while collaborating cross-functionally...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$101K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance retail inventory operations, driving efficiency and minimizing loss. Lead strategy and execution for in-store logistics, technology integration, and team development to...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on leading AutoStore project sales, managing client relationships, and ensuring project success through robust sales processes and strategies. Drive growth...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $135K *

Champion global retail operations by optimizing fulfillment processes, enhancing customer satisfaction, and managing relationships with 3PLs and retailers. Collaborate with sales teams to ensure timel...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $126K *

Shape the future of eCommerce by leading site merchandising strategies, optimizing customer journeys, and driving conversion rates. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance digital experienc...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing eCommerce operations, enhancing customer experiences, and driving website growth through data-driven insights and cross-functional collaboration...

Adamstown, PARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $180K *

Empower your career by leading strategic merchandising planning and financial forecasting. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive insights and optimize category performance while mentoring a high-per...

Bentonville, ARRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$70K - $130K *

Engage in a dynamic role that drives strategic merchandising initiatives, leveraging data to optimize financial performance, manage assortments, and enhance team capabilities. Collaborate across funct...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$70K - $130K *

Drive strategic merchandising planning by leveraging data insights to optimize sales and inventory management. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance financial performance and customer outcomes in...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $90K *

Transform brand experiences by crafting compelling visual identities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute innovative design solutions that elevate our brand across all custo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Manage end-to-end inventory planning, ensuring optimal product availability and margin targets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast sales and streamline logistics, driving efficiency a...

CanadaRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Champion integrated commerce media strategies across diverse accounts, leading a talented team to deliver high-quality results. Drive innovation in planning, optimization, and client communication whi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$101K - $154K *

Shape product strategy and commercialization efforts, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer needs. Drive product development, marketing initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration to...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Empower the merchandising function for a portfolio brand, driving assortment strategy, vendor partnerships, and pricing to enhance revenue and margin. Own end-to-end responsibilities within a lean tea...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$139K - $172K *

Lead the charge in transforming data into strategic insights that optimize store planning and merchandising initiatives, enhancing business performance and driving impactful decisions in a collaborati...

Suburb Maryland Fac, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $150K *

Lead complex enterprise software projects, ensuring timely delivery and high customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance implementation methodologies and drive project su...

Florida, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $220K *

Lead category strategy and execution to drive growth and customer satisfaction. Oversee financial management, vendor relationships, and team performance while utilizing data-driven insights to optimiz...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Lead the marketing strategy for our Entertainment and Commercial team, managing projects from conception to execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful sales materials, supp...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$86K - $114K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering accurate Spanish-language content for retail operations. You'll manage translation processes, collaborate across departments, and ensure culturally relevant...

Suburb Maryland Fac, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$115K - $130K *

Lead the charge in scaling our TikTok Shop and Trybe Program, overseeing P&L, creator strategies, and LIVE commerce. Drive growth through strategic planning and community engagement, ensuring high-per...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Merchandising Manager do?question toggle

    A Merchandising Manager develops and oversees product assortment, pricing, inventory, and promotional plans to support customer needs and business results. The role often includes sales analysis and collaboration with buying, marketing, operations, and supplier teams.

  • What qualifications are common for Merchandising Manager jobs?question toggle

    Many positions call for experience in merchandising, retail, buying, or category management. Employers may also value analytical ability, forecasting and budgeting skills, vendor negotiation experience, and familiarity with retail or e-commerce systems.

  • How much do Merchandising Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as location, industry, company size, experience, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can a Merchandising Manager work?question toggle

    Merchandising Managers work across retail and consumer-facing businesses, including department stores, specialty retailers, grocery, consumer brands, and e-commerce companies.

  • What are common career paths for Merchandising Managers?question toggle

    Professionals may progress to senior merchandising or category management roles, director positions, or broader leadership roles in retail, buying, planning, or commercial strategy.