Divisional Merchandising Manager- Women’s Apparel
Kroger, Portland, OR, United States
Divisional Merchandising Manager – Women’s Apparel
Are you a strategic merchant with a passion for women’s fashion and a knack for navigating complex retail ecosystems? Kroger is seeking a dynamic Divisional Merchandising Manager (DMM) to lead our Women’s Apparel category across all channels, driving innovation, profitability, and customer delight.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Define and execute category vision aligned with Kroger’s brand and Our Brands initiatives.
- Assortment Planning: Curate commercially viable assortments across in-store and online channels.
- Financial Performance: Drive sales growth, manage budgets, and optimize profitability.
- Trend Forecasting: Analyze market trends, customer insights, and sales data to inform purchasing decisions.
- Innovation: Identify new opportunities for growth and differentiation.
- Vendor Management: Build strong vendor relationships, negotiate terms, and ensure timely delivery.
- Inventory Optimization: Monitor stock levels, adjust assortments, and minimize markdowns.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Influence and lead teams across merchandising, marketing, planning, and product development.
- Marketing & Promotion: Oversee ad plans, display strategies, and storytelling through content and catalogs.
- Private Label Development: Partner with Corporate Brands to enhance private label offerings.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field
- 6–10 years of merchandising/operations management experience
- Proven success in omni-channel merchandising across wholesale, specialty, mass, and DTC retailers
- Experience with both in-store and digital channels (5–8 years digital)
- Strong financial acumen and P&L ownership
- Ability to lead through ambiguity and change
- Experience in content creation and storytelling
- Experience with private label and wholesale strategies
Benefits
At Kroger, we’re transforming retail through innovation, inclusion, and integrity. Join a team that values your expertise and empowers you to make a meaningful impact.
Job Details
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Management, Strategy/Planning, Purchasing
- Industry: Retail