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Category Merchant - (Apparel)

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Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJ’s Wholesale Club offers a collaborative and inclusive environment where all team members can learn, grow and be their authentic selves. Together, we’re committed to providing outstanding service and convenience to our members, helping them save on the products and services they need for their families and homes.

The Benefits of working at BJ’s

• BJ’s pays weekly

• Eligible for free BJ's Inner Circle and Supplemental membership(s)*

• Generous time off programs to support busy lifestyles*

o Vacation, Personal, Holiday, Sick, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty

• Benefit plans for your changing needs*

o Three medical plans**, Health Savings Account (HSA), two dental plans, vision plan, flexible spending

• 401(k) plan with company match (must be at least 18 years old)

*eligibility requirements vary by position

**medical plans vary by location

Job Summary:

The Category Merchant s ets the strategy and drives growth of the business for assigned categories, including product selection, vendor negotiation, promotions, and providing leadership to the merchandise team.

Job Responsibilities:

Responsible for the performance of assigned categories including driving growth, category profitability and customer experience.
Responsible for product selection and the development of competitive merchandise assortment plans that achieve financial objectives.
Negotiates pricing and terms with new, existing and prospective vendors.
Builds strong relationships with the vendor community and exercises flexibility in approach to negotiations.
Oversees the development of the sales and margin plans and sales forecasts for assigned categories.
Communicates merchandising strategies to cross functional teams to ensure proper and timely execution of strategy.
Connects strategies to business operations and maintains an understanding of business operational goals and challenges.
Responsible for price management for assigned categories including price indexing and achievement of price targets.
Collaborates with the Marketing team to develop pricing, promotional and campaign strategies for assigned categories.
Develops planograms and partners with space planning on in-club merchandising.
Continually monitors merchandising performance and promptly reacts to changes in the business to capitalize on opportunities and mitigate risks.
Provides leadership and training to the merchandise team.
Provides the team with frequent and actionable feedback and professional development opportunities.
Establishes and maintains a reputation of credibility and responsiveness in the marketplace.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in business or merchandising related field
6+ years related merchandising / buying / category management experience
Negotiation skills and decision-making ability
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proven financial, analytical and organizational skills

This is a hybrid role. Tuesday through Thursday are in-office days at BJ's Club Support Center in Marlborough, MA and Monday and Friday are remote days.

In accordance with the Pay Transparency requirements, the following represents a good faith estimate of the compensation range for this position. At BJ’s Wholesale Club, we carefully consider a wide range of non-discriminatory factors when determining salary. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, education, experience, and qualifications. The pay range for this position is starting from $92,500.00.

What You Should Know About Category Merchant - (Apparel), BJ's Wholesale Club

If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for retail and analytics, BJ's Wholesale Club is looking for you to join our team as a Category Merchant in Apparel at our Marlborough, MA location! In this hybrid role, which combines both in-office and remote work, you'll be at the forefront of driving growth and profitability for our designated apparel categories. With a collaborative and inclusive environment, BJ's supports over 34,000 team members in providing outstanding service to our members. Your responsibilities will include developing competitive merchandise assortment plans, negotiating with vendors, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to execute merchandising strategies effectively. You will also hone your leadership skills by guiding and developing a merchandise team, offering them constructive feedback and professional development opportunities. With six or more years of merchandising experience and a knack for negotiation and decision-making, you will play a pivotal role in shaping BJ's apparel offerings. Plus, enjoy benefits like weekly pay, generous time off, a comprehensive health package, and a 401(k) plan with company matching. Join us in making shopping a seamless experience for our members and inspiring your team to achieve their best!

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What are the main responsibilities of a Category Merchant at BJ's Wholesale Club?

As a Category Merchant at BJ's Wholesale Club, you'll be responsible for the comprehensive growth and performance of assigned categories. This includes driving category profitability, product selection, vendor negotiations, and overall customer experience. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of merchandising strategies while leading your merchandise team towards achieving financial objectives.