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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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$76K - $127K *

Elevate your career by driving impactful marketing strategies for electronic prior authorization solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance provider engagement and improve patient access, while le...

Columbus, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $190K *

Champion strategic sourcing in Design & Construction, leading procurement initiatives to optimize value and drive cost savings. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance supplier relationships and ensu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $120K *

Shape the future of product management by leading cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that align with market opportunities and customer needs, driving strategic initiatives for long...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$72K - $97K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing a dynamic influencer marketing program, fostering relationships with creators and industry experts to enhance brand visibility and engagement across multipl...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $150K *

Champion procurement excellence by leading indirect category strategies, enhancing supplier value, and delivering impactful cost savings while fostering stakeholder collaborations and team development...

Virginia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $143K *

Drive product innovation by overseeing the lifecycle of our flagship car wash software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define strategy, prioritize features, and ensure high-quality deliver...

Akron, OHRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the marketing strategy for the Smart Buildings Electrical Distribution NEMA business line in Latin America. Lead and coach the marketing team while driving profitable growth and ensuring align...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive growth by building and scaling credit card acquisition channels through innovative affiliate partnerships, targeted paid search, and social programs, while collaborating with cross-functional te...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$236K - $296K *

Lead innovative product initiatives by owning vision, strategy, and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform ideas into scalable solutions, driving impactful outcomes for the co...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$209K - $269K *

Drive product innovation by leading cross-functional teams to develop and launch new consumer-facing platforms. Collaborate with executives to shape strategy and ensure alignment across initiatives, t...

CanadaRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $120K *

Empower strategic growth by leading paid search initiatives across retail media networks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance, deliver insights, and ensure client satisfact...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Drive efficient order management and logistics operations, ensuring compliance with pharmaceutical regulations while collaborating with internal teams and 3PL partners to optimize product flow and per...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $140K *

Contribute to innovative performance marketing strategies driving customer acquisition and retention. Manage budgets, conduct experiments, and leverage AI tools to optimize campaigns across multiple d...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$220K - $260K *

Elevate the buying experience by leading product strategy, enhancing catalog quality, and optimizing marketplace economics. Drive measurable outcomes through collaboration with operations and engineer...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $122K *

Unlock potential by driving loyalty program enhancements through data analysis, collaboration, and strategic insights. Shape player engagement and business performance by leveraging analytics and oper...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $136K *

Elevate our Sales and Operations Planning by leading demand and supply strategies, ensuring product availability while managing inventory and cash flow. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to driv...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Unlock growth in the food and nutraceutical sector by managing customer relationships, executing sales strategies, and driving market analysis to achieve sales goals and foster sustainable business de...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $185K *

Develop and operationalize a go-to-market strategy, transforming complex tech narratives into compelling stories while leading cross-functional teams to drive brand and product positioning across mult...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$143K - $286K *

Drive the strategy and development of a cutting-edge Risk and Compliance Decision Platform, leading cross-functional teams to enhance risk assessment and decision-making processes across the Marketpla...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $155K *

Lead the strategic management of a diverse property portfolio, enhancing site performance and revenue through effective negotiations and cross-functional collaboration. Drive initiatives that maximize...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

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

$99K - $165K *

Transform sourcing strategies by leading initiatives across key spend categories, collaborating with stakeholders to optimize supplier performance, mitigate risks, and drive cost savings while ensurin...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $133K *

Engage with contractors and distributors to drive sales in the construction market. Build lasting relationships, identify opportunities, and manage customer needs while aligning solutions with company...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $118K *

Elevate your marketing career by leading innovative promotional campaigns. Own the full lifecycle of promotions through strategic planning and analytics, ensuring alignment with business goals and dri...

California, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $132K *

Lead the charge in managing and expanding customer relationships across diverse industries, driving new business opportunities and delivering tailored solutions that enhance operational efficiency and...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career with a dynamic team focused on innovative accounting solutions. Lead financial processes, ensure compliance, and drive efficiency in a fast-paced environment while collaborating cr...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.