Merchandising Management Jobs in San Jose, CA

A Merchandising Manager plays a crucial role in the retail industry, as they are responsible for selecting, ordering, and presenting merchandise that will appeal to the store's target market. They analyze sales data to identify trends, forecast demand, and ascertain the best product mix to maximize sales and profit. They also work closely with vendors and suppliers to negotiate prices, quantities, and delivery timescales. Effective merchandising management requires strategic planning, efficient inventory control, and effective space utilization to create an attractive shopping environment that encourages customers to buy.

Key skills for a Merchandising Manager include strong analytical and numerical skills, excellent negotiation and communication skills, a keen sense of style and trend, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. They should also be proficient in using merchandising software and tools. A certification in Retail Management or a related field would be advantageous, as would knowledge of visual merchandising. Before becoming a Merchandising Manager, a person might have roles such as a Merchandise Planner, Assistant Merchandiser, or Buyer in the retail sector, gaining valuable experience in inventory control, supplier management, and sales trend analysis.

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Retail Merchandiser

  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Posting: Join CROSSMARK and Make a Difference! Are you an energetic, creative individual looking for a rewarding part-time job with a flexible schedule? CROSSMARK is seeking enthusiastic...

Entry Level Retail Merchandiser (Create Your Own Schedule)

  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

As a Merchandiser, you can service various products, conduct resets, product cut-ins, returns, POP placement and other general merchandising activities....

Retail Merchandiser - Overnight

  • Soquel, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Soquel, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Minimum: Maximum: Market Type: Merchandising We want you to help us shape the future of shopping experiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with the products and experiences that...

Retail Merchandiser

  • Morgan Hill, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Morgan Hill, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Minimum: Maximum: Market Type: Merchandising We want you to help us shape the future of shopping experiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with the products and experiences that...

Traveling Retail Merchandiser

  • Livermore, CA (17 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Livermore, CA (17 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Minimum: Maximum: Market Type: Merchandising Join our team of Travel Retail Merchandisers! In this role, we handle product movement at retail. We display it, we move it, we track it; making sure...

Traveling Store Merchandiser

  • Livermore, CA (17 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Livermore, CA (17 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Join our team of Travel Retail Merchandisers! In this role, we handle product movement at retail. We display it, we move it, we track it; making sure stores and their product suppliers have the...

Overnight Retail Merchandiser

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We want you to help us shape the future of shopping experiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with the products and experiences that enrich their lives. Joining SAS Retail...

Retail Merchandiser California

  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago

As a Merchandiser, you can service various products, conduct resets, product cut-ins, returns, POP placement and other general merchandising activities....

Merchandising Supervisor

  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Join the leading beverage provider, Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling! Shift: Full Time, Tuesday-Saturday, 1st shift Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, PTO, Education...

Manager of Merchandising

  • Santa Cruz, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Title: Manager of Merchandising Department: Store Ops Reports To: Store Director FLSA Status: Exempt Summary The Manager of Merchandising is responsible for the supervision and coordination of...

Retail Merchandiser - Overnight

  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Minimum:Maximum:Market Type: Merchandising We want you to help us shape the future of shopping experiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with the products and experiences that...

Retail Merchandiser - Electronics - Part Time

  • Soquel, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Soquel, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Are you ready to dive into the world of cutting-edge electronics and make a real impact? Join ActionLink as a Part-Time Retail Merchandiser for Soquel, CA 95073 and the surrounding area. Enhance...

Retail Merchandiser - Pleasanton, CA

  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago

WE ARE LOOKING FOR GREAT PEOPLE TO JOIN OUR TEAM- just like you! Our associates have a lot in common. They have great interpersonal skills, enjoy working independently, are self-motivated, and...

Retail Merchandiser Team Lead - Overnight - Virtual Hiring Event

  • Campbell, CA (5 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Campbell, CA (5 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Minimum: Maximum: Market Type: Merchandising We want you to help us shape the future of shopping experiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with the products and experiences that...

Retail Merchandiser Team Lead - Virtual Hiring Event

  • Morgan Hill, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Morgan Hill, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Minimum: Maximum: Market Type: Merchandising We want you to help us shape the future of shopping experiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with the products and experiences that...

Demographic Data for San Jose, CA

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Merchandising Management Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Careers in Fashion: Retail Marketing, Merchandising, and Management
On this three-week course from Bloomsbury Academic, youll examine the retail level of the fashion industry in three function areas: marketing, management, and merchandising. Explore fashion retail...
Visual Merchandising and Retail Management Diploma
Description: Visual Merchandising is an essential marketing strategy for your business where you present visual effects such as well decorated mannequins or dummies to attract the customers. The...
Retail Management: Merchandising, Sales and Customer Communications
This training course will begin by introducing the concepts behind retail management and how to gain enough experience to effectively run your own store. The course will continue by describing how...

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Salary for Merchandising Management Jobs in San Jose, CA

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Highest Education Level

Merchandising Managements in San Jose, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.8%
High School or GED
21.8%
Associate's Degree
14.0%
Master's Degree
9.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.4%
Some College
3.7%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Merchandising Managements in San Jose, CA
None
39.8%
Less than 1 year
35.6%
8-10 years
9.8%
1-2 years
7.3%
2-4 years
6.9%
4-6 years
0.7%


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