Responsible for setting and executing overall merchandising, marketing, assortment and vendor strategy for a GM department or sub-departments. Develop annual sub-department budget for each division; accountable for meeting sales and profit goals. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety. • Work with Planners and/or DMM Planning on annual budgets for department sales and profit for each division • Direct and approve selection of assortment; supervises overall fashion procurement • Achieve period and annual budgets for department sales and profit; develops strategic plans, including regional plans as needed, that focus on achieving financial goals set for the company and each division • Review profit and loss statements every period and submits report on period results to management; develops other recaps as needed • Develop and ensure implementation of weekly, quarterly, and annual ad and sales promotion plans; reviews advertising content • Develop and ensure implementation of display plans; reviews schematics and product selection • Support and ensure implementation of strategic growth and corporate initiatives, including eCommerce • Ensure merchandising bulletins are developed and distributed on a timely basis • Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with vendors, and participate in vendor business reviews to evaluate past negotiations and terms in order to maximize sales and profit • Collaborate with Product Development and Corporate Brands teams on private label items • Monitor retail pricing guidelines for all items in alignment with Corporate objectives and strategy • Direct and coordinates the activities of buyers; ensures deadlines are met • Ensure standardization of buying processes with a focus on continuous improvement • Conduct store tours across the enterprise • Participate in Corporate meetings with Divisions • Maintain a high level of awareness and evaluates the effectiveness of current industry trends for merchandise and merchandise presentation • Maintain awareness of competitive landscape across the Enterprise • Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports • Travel independently on a regular basis • Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation Minimum • Bachelor's degree in business or related field, plus 6-10 years merchandise/operations manager experience; or combination of relevant education and experience • Familiarity with merchandising techniques • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment • Accuracy/attention to detail • Ability to organize/prioritize tasks/projects • Familiarity with industry/technical terms and processes • Proficient with Microsoft Office, Report Management and Distribution System (RMDS), and Dallas Desired • Familiarity with commodity markets • Experience directing/participating on project teams