JEWELRY/MERCHANDISING DIRECTOR en 0620 King Soopers
0620 King Soopers · Portland, Estados Unidos De América · Hybrid
- Senior
- Oficina en Portland
Develop and direct the merchandising strategy and execution of the Jewelry Merchandise department. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.
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Responsibilities
- Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
- Develop and direct divisional merchandise strategies, pricing and standards to maximize sales and profit potential while remaining competitive
- Direct, manage and develop Merchandising team and Diamond & Design team to create business plans that achieve sales, margin and inventory goals
- Oversee the management of merchandise vendor relationships including all agreements and adherence such as the Standard Vendor Agreement (SVA)
- Partner with senior leadership to plan and execute company-wide initiatives
- Complete assortment analyses with each buyer
- Analyze competitive information and adjust strategies accordingly to maximize performance
- Perform retail location inspections to review conditions and merchandising standards, solicit associate feedback
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
- Develop and direct divisional merchandise strategies, pricing and standards to maximize sales and profit potential while remaining competitive
- Direct, manage and develop Merchandising team and Diamond & Design team to create business plans that achieve sales, margin and inventory goals
- Oversee the management of merchandise vendor relationships including all agreements and adherence such as the Standard Vendor Agreement (SVA)
- Partner with senior leadership to plan and execute company-wide initiatives
- Complete assortment analyses with each buyer
- Analyze competitive information and adjust strategies accordingly to maximize performance
- Perform retail location inspections to review conditions and merchandising standards, solicit associate feedback
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Qualifications
Minimum
- Bachelor's Degree
- 5+ years of buyer and/or merchandising experience
- Gemological Institute of America GIA Certified
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive information
- Ability to respond to changing business priorities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to coach and train
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent oral/written communication skills
- Ability to collaborate and work cooperatively in a team-based environment
- Strong understanding of industry/technical terms and processes
Desired
- Any experience directing and participating on project teams
- Ability to operate the following special equipment, machinery, and/or special tools: jeweler's loupe, diamond tweezers, gem scope
- 40 WPM typing; 4,000 SPH ten-key by sight
- Bachelor's Degree
- 5+ years of buyer and/or merchandising experience
- Gemological Institute of America GIA Certified
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive information
- Ability to respond to changing business priorities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to coach and train
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent oral/written communication skills
- Ability to collaborate and work cooperatively in a team-based environment
- Strong understanding of industry/technical terms and processes
Desired
- Any experience directing and participating on project teams
- Ability to operate the following special equipment, machinery, and/or special tools: jeweler's loupe, diamond tweezers, gem scope
- 40 WPM typing; 4,000 SPH ten-key by sight
Company
Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer Jewelers merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we’re proudly serving Fred Meyer Jewelers customers in over 120 store locations throughout the United States.
Because Fred Meyer Jewelers is one of the largest and fastest growing jewelers in America, your career path, which can take you where you want to go. Whether your interest is to be a Sales Professional in the Northeast, a Store Manager in the Midwest or a Regional Supervisor in the Sun Belt ... chances are Fred Meyer Jewelers is there with exciting career opportunities for you.
Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Fred Meyer Jewelers family!
What you’ll receive from us:
The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:
- A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
- Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
- Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
- Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
- Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
- Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
