Merchandise Director - Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN, United States
** Merchandise Director - Indianapolis**
**Job Category****:** Retail **Requisition Number****:** MERCH005199 Showing 1 location **Job Details**
**Description**
THE ROLE
The Merchandise Director will be responsible for leading the Strategic Business Unit (SBU) in the development, sales, sourcing, and maintenance of merchandise and corporate relationships.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
* Lead a team of 3 or more employees, or SBU, in the management of numerous business lines.
* Oversee all members on the team to ensure all aspects are being covered to produce the greatest results.
* Work with the marketing and E-commerce department to increase sales and support for business lines.
* Negotiate and manage all contracts that are necessary for business lines under the teams responsibilities
* Responsible for increasing sales and margin. All retail prices must have enough margin to cover royalties and all attributed overhead.
* Manage all financials related to those lines of business including stock and inventory levels, net income for the team will be the primary measurement of success for this position.
* Prepare a budget, income statements, balance sheets and capital expenditure requests.
* Handle all facets of any onsite retail locations; from buying and planning to operations and maintenance. Ensure that all team members practice TCE and maintain all merchandise standards.
* Develop new business opportunities by aggressively seeking new customers and further developing existing ones.
* Other duties may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
* Bachelor's degree (B. A.) or equivalent from four-year College.
* Six to eight years of industry related experience.
* Personnel management experience required.
Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Needs to be a highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently.
* Must have strong leadership skills; with excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Must inspire team members to success.
* Serves as the coach to ensure all team members are working as a unit with the same defined goal.
* Must be able to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations.
* Must possess strong problem solving and communication skills and have good judgment.
* Manages expenses to achieve budgeted bottom line
* Knowledge of Legends Global Merchandise and department operations (including understanding company and department policies, processes and procedures).
* Must have strong computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, PowerPoint and comfortable use of Internet is necessary. Ability to travel to teams events
Training Requirements
Proficient and highest level of knowledge of LGM systems, policies and procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervises all Team members by assigning and directing work. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Physical Demands
Position requires spending long hours sitting using computers. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds when setting up/tearing down event locations and participate in the teams inventory.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Personal Protective Equipment not required.
Work Environment
Position is located in a busy, open area office and is faced with constant interruptions.
Frequently works in a distribution center environment and occasionally at events. DC environment is not climate controlled. Exposed to dust, odors, and noise. Event locations are outdoors with exposure to the climate, dust, odors, and noise.
COMPENSATION
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.
*Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.*
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**Education**
**Preferred**
Bachelors or better in Business or related field.
**Experience**
**Preferred**
**6 years:** Industry related experience
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