Merchandising, Purchasing & Retail Career Research

Chevron Corporation

Merchandising, Purchasing & Retail - District Manager - Seattle, WA

Hired to manage product mix, profitability and promotions for 65 corporate Chevron stores in WA, OR, and AK. Designed monthly promotional programs with vendors and suppliers. Developed merchandising training programs, promotional guides and sales incentive contests for retail staff. Negotiated strong promotional programs that kept Chevron connected with the regions’ premiere entertainment venues, sports teams and charitable...

Avg. Salary: $100,000   ·    Company Rank: Not Available

HomeGrocer.com

Merchandising, Purchasing & Retail - District Manager - Kirkland, WA

Responsible for unique product selection, pricing and promotions by market. Sourced and contacted suppliers, distributors and vendors to establish direct-line business relationships in development of new markets. Interfaced with suppliers/brokers and attended product tastings and industry events to evaluate products for consumer websites, and to keep abreast of new products and trends.

Avg. Salary: $100,000   ·    Company Rank: Not Available

Associated (Unified) Grocers

Merchandising, Purchasing & Retail - District Manager - Seattle, WA

Responsible for purchasing, product rationalization and vendor management for several commodities, exclusive of standard warehouse selections. Developed product assortment, category reviews and retail schematics for 350 member stores to establish consistency and increase sales and profitability. Composed weekly advertising for all unique group formats.

Avg. Salary: $100,000   ·    Company Rank: Not Available

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Merchandising, Purchasing & Retail - District Manager - Houston, TX

Overseeing daily operations, staffing, training, sales, loss prevention, customer service and visual standards of 13 stores in 3 states

Avg. Salary: $79,500   ·    Company Rank: Not Available

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Merchandising, Purchasing & Retail - District Manager - Las Vegas, NV

Overseeing sales, staffing, training, visual standards, loss prevention and daily operations of 8 stores in 3 states

Avg. Salary: $79,500   ·    Company Rank: Not Available

Clothestime

Merchandising, Purchasing & Retail - District Manager - Las Vegas, NV

Overseeing sales, loss prevention, operations, visual standards and staffing of 9 stores in 2 states

Avg. Salary: $79,500   ·    Company Rank: Not Available

Dooney & Bourke

Merchandising, Purchasing & Retail - Manager - White Plains, NY

I am responsible for all aspects of the hiring process including interviewing, on-boarding and training. I also maintain all of the HR files ensuring that each is complete. I am in charge of all operational aspects of the business including inventory and supply orders. I am responsible for creating the weekly schedule for the employees as well as balancing the payroll budget.

Avg. Salary: $50,000   ·    Company Rank: Not Available

Lilly Pulitzer

Merchandising, Purchasing & Retail - Manager - White Plains, NY

Responsible for all training in the store, including new hire as well as refresher training for current employees. Responsible for maintaining payroll and store yearly budget. Responsible for maintaining all store files including supply and inventory.

Avg. Salary: $50,000   ·    Company Rank: Not Available

J.Crew

Merchandising, Purchasing & Retail - Manager - White Plains, NY

Responsible for all aspects of the hiring process including interviewing and on-boarding. Responsible for all new hire training as well as any corporate mandated training. Responsible for writing and delivering performance reviews for all associates. Manage a staff of 75 while generating sales of $8.5 million

Avg. Salary: $50,000   ·    Company Rank: Not Available

JCPenney

Merchandising, Purchasing & Retail - Assistant Buyer - Wheaton, MD

Sourcing, Interviewing, Hiring, and engagement of store sales staff. Monitored and developed plans for improving customer service levels. Planned engagement activities for associates.

Avg. Salary: $62,500   ·    Company Rank: 4.0 out of 5