Merchandising Planner - Urgent Role

We are looking for a focused Merchandising Planner to join our stellar team at Menards in Eau Claire, WI.
Growing your career as a Full Time Merchandising Planner is an awesome opportunity to develop exceptional skills.
If you are strong in teamwork, presentation and have the right drive for the job, then apply for the position of Merchandising Planner at Menards today!

Why work for Menards!?

• Work/Life balance!
• Competitive pay!
• Competitive benefits!
  • Profit sharing, Insurance, 401k, paid vacations and holidays!
• Work Environment!
  • Highly collaborative & passionate culture!! Leadership dedicated to you!
• Team Member discount!

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for the merchandising of specific categories within a department across all stores, executing &
communicating directive from upper management. Primarily involved in product adjacencies, space optimization,
planograms, displays, fixtures, point-of-purchase, price signage, new store setups, and remodels.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

General Merchandising, Planograms, and Tasks

-Coordinate and execute planogram updates into all stores within assigned categories, for items
selected by the Buyers, following an agreed upon merchandising strategy
-Draft planograms for all store layout & market variations that maximizes floor space
-Ensure planograms have an optimal product flow, contain the correct SKUs, meet recommended
max, promote stocking efficiency, promote the self-serve concept, and are Guest friendly
-Ensure all product dimensions are correct in PIM and obtain samples as needed
-Develop displays & point-of-purchase by working with Buyers, Vendors, and Graphic Designers
-Perform test sets of proposed planograms to ensure accuracy & discuss feedback
-Create all supplemental detail pages & photo checklists provided for planogram execution
-Issue tasks to the stores communicating all updates to planograms, displays, and in-store signage
-Ensure all planogram values are properly uploaded into System V and SKU Manager
-Plan all promo endcaps, gridracks, and cross merchandising for the department as assigned

Blueprints, Fixtures, and Signage

-Communicate blueprint updates to Store Planning (maps, elevations, power, fixturing, etc)
-Route requests for fixtures to be ordered as needed, understanding fixture lead times
-Develop POP signage content & placement – route requests for signs to be ordered as needed
-Create and set up all in-store price signage including bintags, decals, and printed signage

New Stores & Remodels

-Travel to new stores and remodels to assist with the setup, answer questions & verify completion
-Travel to existing stores to ensure compliance with merchandising tasks and to gain feedback

Other

-Other job tasks as assigned by the Merchandise Manager, Senior Merchandiser, or Chief Merchant

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a business-related field such as Management, Marketing, Sales, or
  Retail Merchandising –or– equivalent work experience
• Retail (store) experience is a plus
• Must be analytical, detail-oriented, organized, and creative
• Must be able to solve problems and come up with solutions/recommendations
• Effective time management, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication with a wide range of people – extensive collaboration required
• Ability to work under tight deadlines while working on simultaneous projects
• Proficient computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office, and the ability to learn new software quickly
• Must be willing to work an average of 48 hours per week, including weekends as business dictates
• Travel is required, including air travel and occasional overnight stays
• Relocation to the Eau Claire, WI area is required

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Benefits of working as a Merchandising Planner in Eau Claire, WI:

● Learning opportunities
● Advancement opportunities
● Attractive package