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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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Browse vetted Merchandising Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders. Review roles, compare responsibilities, and find positions that align with your background and career goals.

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$110K - $130K *

Drive growth in the Direct to Fabric market by identifying new accounts, executing sales strategies, and fostering customer relationships to enhance profitability and market presence...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$165K - $192K *

Optimize customer engagement through strategic lifecycle marketing. Lead multi-channel initiatives to enhance customer lifetime value, leveraging data-driven insights and performance metrics to shape...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Shape the future of supplier relationships by developing strategic plans, enhancing product offerings, and driving profitable growth through collaboration and marketing initiatives...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $190K *

Drive member activation by leading a cross-functional team to optimize outreach, incentives, and messaging strategies. Own the activation roadmap and funnel metrics to enhance engagement and ensure sc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$222K - $278K *

Empower businesses by eliminating supply chain blind spots. Drive adoption of our innovative Tracking Label product, collaborating with Enterprise teams to enhance shipment visibility and security acr...

RemoteRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $170K *

Lead a skilled team of analysts driving operational insights and performance. Balance management and hands-on analysis, ensuring high-quality deliverables and effective decision-making support across...

Atlanta, GARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $171K *

Join a team that's focused on driving financial optimization and transforming commercial strategies. Lead efforts in budget management, contract performance, and risk mitigation while collaborating ac...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Help us shape the future of digital advertising by leading a team in delivering programmatic campaign excellence and leveraging data-driven insights to meet client objectives across various channels...

New York, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $216K *

Drive research excellence by leading the Pantry portfolio, managing client engagements, and developing a high-performing team. Balance strategic priorities with hands-on research execution to deliver...

Hoboken, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of inventory management by analyzing trends, generating forecasts, and ensuring product availability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain performance and dr...

Newark, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$179K - $249K *

Elevate your career by leading compliance governance initiatives, managing risk assessments, and enhancing training programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance an...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $150K *

Shape the future of procurement by leading strategic sourcing and category management initiatives. Drive supplier relationships, negotiate complex contracts, and develop high-performing teams to deliv...

Virginia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $192K *

Drive success by managing strategic merchant partnerships, blending account management and operations to enhance performance and growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver scalable solutions an...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing client relationships and creative strategies for a diverse portfolio, driving impactful paid social results through innovative ad copy and data-driven insights in a fully r...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$155K - $185K *

Unlock your potential as you design and operationalize strategic processes for commercial success, guiding sales and account management teams to enhance skills and boost effectiveness in a dynamic B2B...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $100K *

Drive paid social strategy and execution for national clients, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Lead operations, optimize campaigns, and mentor team members while staying ahead of social m...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Reimagine revenue operations by leading the design and execution of systems and processes that enhance sales performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize workflows, improve data visibility...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Drive product innovation by designing AI-enabled workflows that simplify complex insurance operations, ensuring user trust and operational efficiency through close collaboration with engineering and g...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $186K *

Drive strategic advertising solutions through stakeholder engagement, data analysis, and exceptional customer service. Lead onboarding and sales proposals while fostering collaboration and continuous...

Hoboken, NJRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$154K - $208K *

Shape the future of quality operations by leading teams to enhance product excellence and consumer satisfaction across global markets, driving continuous improvement and strategic initiatives in a dyn...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$114K - $135K *

Champion innovative account-based marketing strategies to drive pipeline growth through AI-powered insights, collaborating cross-functionally to execute targeted campaigns that engage Enterprise and T...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $105K *

Transform creative visions into tangible assets by managing the entire production lifecycle. Oversee timelines, quality control, and vendor relationships to ensure projects are delivered on-brand, on...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $146K *

Lead and inspire a team of 10-15 retail stores, driving sales and operational excellence while fostering a client-centric culture and developing future leaders in a dynamic retail environment...

Jacksonville, FLRemote

2 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Transform sales success by leading a team of Account Executives to exceed targets while fostering a high-performance culture. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive exceptional customer experiences a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$96K - $186K *

Join a team that's redefining social media strategy, driving engagement and growth across multiple platforms. Lead content development, manage agency partnerships, and analyze performance to enhance b...

Valley Stream, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

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

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.