Merchandising Management Jobs in Providence, RI

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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Merchandise Manager

  • Killingly, CT (23 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Killingly, CT (23 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 1 hour ago

Merchandise Manager Dayville, Connecticut Retail Management Full Time 350510 5/11/2025 Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon...

Traveling Retail Merchandiser

  • Taunton, MA (16 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Taunton, MA (16 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 5 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

  • Uxbridge, MA (20 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Uxbridge, MA (20 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 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...

Retail Merchandiser - Gift Cards - Warwick, RI

  • Warwick, RI (8 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Warwick, RI (8 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago

strong relationships/partnerships with Retail Store Management at each account Complete all types of merchandising activities Installs (set and build) Resets (read and understand Plan-o-grams) New item Cut-ins...

Retail Merchandising Supervisor

  • Bellingham, MA (17 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bellingham, MA (17 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Return to Warehouse, Cross Channel Returns, Reserve online pick up in store Execute all product activities including truck unloading, sorting, stocking, and maintaining stock levels Execute Weekly Planograms...

Entry Level Retail Merchandiser (Create Your Own Schedule)

  • Middletown, RI (22 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Middletown, RI (22 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago

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

Retail Merchandiser (Next-Day Pay)

  • Smithfield, RI (8 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Smithfield, RI (8 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago

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

Part Time Retail Reset Merchandiser

  • East Freetown, MA (22 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • East Freetown, MA (22 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 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;...

Retail Merchandiser

  • Smithfield, RI (8 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Smithfield, RI (8 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 4 days ago

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

Retail Merchandiser

  • Putnam, CT (23 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Putnam, CT (23 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Job Posting CR OSSMARK is seeking a fun, energetic part-time Merchandiser who enjoys staying active in a fast-paced environment. You would be responsible for engaging and captivating consumers by...

Retail Merchandiser

  • Newport, RI (23 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Newport, RI (23 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 14 days ago

Job Listing ID: 4242656 Job Title: Retail Merchandiser Application Deadline: 06/29/2025Job Location: Newport Date Posted: 04/01/2025Hours Worked Per Week: 20 Shift: Day Shift Duration of Job: Part...

Retail Merchandiser - Up to $20hr + Car Allowance

  • Fall River, MA (16 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Fall River, MA (16 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 14 days ago

Polar Beverages is looking to hire Merchandisers throughout New England. Full Time, Part Time & Seasonal positions available. Polar highly encourages internal growth, and will make sure that you...

Entry Level Retail Merchandiser (Get Paid Next Day!)

  • Providence, RI
  • 18 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 18 days ago

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

Full-Time Store Merchandising Supervisor

  • North Smithfield, RI (12 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 19 days ago
  • North Smithfield, RI (12 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 19 days ago

Role Specific Information Job Description About the Role As Merchandising Supervisor you will be the expert in merchandising and leading associates to deliver excellent customer service through...

Retail Merchandiser

  • Milford, MA (23 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Milford, MA (23 miles from Providence, RI)
  • 45+ days 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...

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Merchandising Management Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Careers in Fashion: Retail Marketing, Merchandising, and Management
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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...
Visual Merchandising
50% of consumers are likely to switch brands if a company doesn't anticipate their needs via a proper merchandising strategy.Visual merchandising is a merchandising tactic that focuses on visually...

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Salary for Merchandising Management Jobs in Providence, RI

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Highest Education Level

Merchandising Managements in Providence, RI 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 Providence, RI
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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