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Category Merchant - (Perishables)

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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.
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 operations related field
4+ years related merchandising / category management experience
Negotiation skills and decision-making ability
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proven 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 - (Perishables), BJ's Wholesale Club

Are you ready to take the lead in the world of perishables? Join BJ's Wholesale Club as a Category Merchant for Perishables, where your expertise will drive growth and innovation across assigned categories! At BJ’s, we are more than just a team of over 34,000 members – we’re a community dedicated to supporting each other and our members. This hybrid role from our Club Support Center in Marlborough, MA offers an exciting opportunity to engage with vendors, negotiate deals, and shape the merchandising strategies that enhance customer experiences. As a Category Merchant, you will be responsible for selecting the best-performing products, analyzing market trends, and developing competitive merchandise assortments. Your negotiation skills will be key as you build strong relationships with vendors to meet our pricing targets and profitability goals. Imagine collaborating with our Marketing team to design promotional strategies that will captivate our customers! Plus, at BJ’s, we offer fantastic benefits like weekly pay, generous time off programs, and comprehensive health plans. This is your chance to be part of a fun, collaborative environment while making impactful decisions for our perishables category. If you have at least 4 years of relevant merchandising experience and a bachelor’s degree in business or operations, we want to hear from you! Apply today and help us continue delivering exceptional savings for families across our communities!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Category Merchant - (Perishables) Role at BJ's Wholesale Club

What are the primary responsibilities of the Category Merchant for Perishables at BJ's Wholesale Club?

As a Category Merchant for Perishables at BJ's Wholesale Club, your primary responsibilities will include driving growth and profitability for assigned categories through strategic product selection, vendor negotiation, and effective leadership of the merchandise team. You will oversee pricing management, develop competitive merchandise assortments, and ensure the execution of merchandising strategies within cross-functional teams to enhance the overall customer experience.