Merchandising Management Jobs in Dorchester, MA

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

  • Framingham, MA (17 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Framingham, MA (17 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Maintaining and updating displays according to planograms/ client requests. Conducting break-fix repairs to ensure displays and fixtures are fully functional....

Retail Merchandiser

  • Tewksbury, MA (22 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tewksbury, MA (22 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Are you an energetic self-starter? Are you interested in making your own schedule? Neptune Retail Solutions has immediate availability for a Part-time Retail Merchandiser who will specialize in...

Entry Level Retail Merchandiser (Create Your Own Schedule)

  • Westwood, MA (8 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westwood, MA (8 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Entry Level Retail Merchandiser (Get Paid Next Day!)

  • Hyde Park, MA (4 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hyde Park, MA (4 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Manager, Merchandising Marketplace

  • Framingham, MA (17 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (17 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Staples is business to business. You're what binds us together. Our marketing team is charged with an important task - sharing our Staples story. We use customer data and analytics to help us...

Part Time Retail Reset Merchandiser

  • Chelsea, MA (6 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chelsea, MA (6 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Are you detail-orientated with a love for Tetris or puzzles? Interested in working in retail, but with weekends off? We handle product movement in grocery! We display it, we move it, we track it;...

Traveling Retail Merchandiser

  • Hudson, MA (23 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hudson, MA (23 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 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

  • Westwood, MA (8 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Westwood, MA (8 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 4 days ago

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

Product Manager Merchandising Tools

  • Framingham, MA (17 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (17 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Staples is business to business. You're what binds us together. Our eCommerce team delivers customer-centric site experiences to position Staples as a digital selling platform of choice. Our team...

Field Merchandising Manager (Temporary)

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Proven and demonstrated merchandising or relevant consumer goods experience. Demonstrated success in leading teams and developing talent both in person and remotely....

Merchandise Coordinator

  • Framingham, MA (17 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (17 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 5 days ago

HomeGoods At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. Youll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and...

Manager, Merchandising Unite Kids/Equipment APLA

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 5 days ago

You will create profitable, consumer-right assortments planned to capacity. You will be focused on driving strategies for the NFS business....

Senior Process Manager, Merchandising Operations APLA

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 5 days ago

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH** You will report to the APLA Merchandising Ops Director, within the Consumer X Marketplace Operations team. The role primarily works with Merchandising team, while also...

Part Time Store Merchandiser

  • Quincy, MA (5 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Quincy, MA (5 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Division Information The Home & Garden business unit of Spectrum Brands is based in St. Louis, Missouri with distribution, manufacturing and sales offices throughout the US and globe. We are a...

Retail Merchandiser Team Lead

  • Braintree, MA (8 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Braintree, MA (8 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 11 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...

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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...
The Basics of Merchandising
In retail, merchandising is critical to driving sales and increasing customer satisfaction. It is the art and science of presenting products in a way that captures the attention of potential...

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Salary for Merchandising Management Jobs in Dorchester, MA

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Highest Education Level

Merchandising Managements in Dorchester, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.8%
High School or GED
21.9%
Associate's Degree
14.0%
Master's Degree
9.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.3%
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 Dorchester, MA
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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