Merchandising Pricing and Training Manager
Do it Best Corp. - Fort Wayne, IN
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Merchandising Pricing and Training Manager Location: Fort Wayne, IN Level: Salaried Division: Merchandising Reports to: Director of Merchandising Strategy and Execution About the Role: The Merchandising Pricing and Training Manager is responsible for managing the Pricing team within the Merchandising division. They manage, mentor, and develop a team of Pricing Analysts responsible for the analysis, management, and implementation of a responsive, technology-driven, and agile retail pricing strategy. This position will also develop and execute training within the division to build consistency and excellence in operations for coordinators, AMMs, and MMs. Responsibilities: Improve company's pricing responsiveness and agility Leverage technology to assist in effective and timely management of retail pricing Future leader development; this position plays a key role in developing analyst roles into future leaders within the company Manage and continuously improve pricing workflow Engage in ongoing competitor analysis Identify training needs by evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of individuals and teams Develop, maintain, and implement training programs, policies, and procedures Assess instructional effectiveness and determine the impact of training on employee skills and KPIs Collaborate with the IT department and Merchandising's leadership team in the planning, design, development, and deployment of new applications and enhancements to existing applications Recruitment and selection of qualified content management and pricing analyst talent. Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree in the related field. Experience as Merchandise Manager Experience with pricing management Experience in training teams and individuals Excellent communication Public speaking/presentation experience. Related experience in the home improvement industry Advanced computer literacy especially in spreadsheet applications Skills & Abilities: People leadership and development skills Proficient in Google Suite Sound decision-making and organization skills. Familiarity with talent management and succession planning Ability to work with a wide range of people at all decision-making levels Strong analytical and communication skills with an emphasis on being conscientious and detail-oriented Benefits available to you: Full insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, & Vision Paid time off to foster work/life balance Profit sharing Bonus Pay opportunities Retirement funding opportunities Education reimbursement Health club reimbursement Career advancement opportunities About Do it Best: We're the only US-based, member-owned hardware, lumber, and building materials co-op in the home improvement industry. We proudly serve thousands of locations in over 50 countries, offering exceptional merchandise and services driving us to nearly $5 billion in annual sales. Our goal is to help our members grow and achieve their dreams. Culture: Each team member is valued as an individual - with their intrinsic value at the forefront. We prioritize your career growth through one-on-one training, conferences, tuition assistance, mentoring and more. We encourage authentic relationships by hosting social events and fostering a culture where lasting friendships are made. In fact, the three most valued aspects of being a part of the Do it Best team are the culture, the compensation, and the level of fulfillment that each team member experiences from their role. Our Philosophy : Serving others as we would like to be served Our Mission : Making the best even better Our Goal: Helping members grow and achieve their dreams
Created: 2024-09-23