Tools Category Manager
Stuller Inc. (Lafayette, LA)
The tools category manager is responsible for developing and executing a merchandising business plan to drive the growth and profitability of the Tools category.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Strong presentation skills, both oral and written
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Proven negotiation and persuasion skills
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Jewelry industry knowledge
- Direct professional experience in a merchandising/business management capacity
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage a comprehensive merchandising plan, overseeing the entire product lifecycle.
- Lead vendor negotiations and partnerships to ensure efficient product sourcing.
- Analyze market trends and customer needs to guide product decisions and identify assortment gaps.
- Partner with marketing to create and execute promotional strategies, including materials for product launches.
- Manage the creation and proofing of seasonal brochures, catalogs, and other marketing collateral.
- Utilize reporting tools to analyze business performance, maximize profitability, and forecast product demand.
- Deliver presentations to internal teams and customers, while coordinating cross-functional efforts to meet business goals.
- Attend industry tradeshows, fostering vendor and customer relationships.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Strong presentation skills, both oral and written
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Proven negotiation and persuasion skills
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work in a fast-paced environment