The Category Manager is responsible for sales education, merchandising and overall performance of category.  Manage inventory levels and ensure that merchandise is properly tagged, priced accurately, and placed efficiently in the showroom. This includes conducting daily and weekly walks in the showroom and warehouse to review inventory levels, replenish sold goods, and remove sold merchandise. The Category Manager must also monitor inventory reports and sales data to make informed decisions about product placement, pricing, and promotions.

In addition to inventory management, the Category Manager must possess strong leadership skills to effectively manage a team of employees and address any issues that arise in the showroom or warehouse.
 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Walks showroom daily and replenish sold goods. Properly tag merchandise, including ADV, Clearance, and Last Chance items. Account for and ensure RF Guns are working and being used daily, Scan products for accuracy in pricing and location. Educate, coach and train sales staff. Attend Manager Meetings and Bi-Weekly Merchandising Meetings. Demonstrate a culture of respect, adaptability, multifunction capabilities and a strong work ethic. Work with all necessary teams for all product launches and exit strategies. Must be flexible with work schedules and be available, as needed, to work evenings, holidays, and weekends, with or without advance notice.

 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Walk backroom/warehouse daily and weekly. Review Applicant Tracking System and conduct interviews for new hires. Address safety issues within the showroom and warehouse. Print and retag promotional items. Buff and hang tag new merchandise moving to the showroom floor. Remove sold products from the floor. Replenish pads in the showroom, following plan-o-gram for department. Generate Unsampled Report and conduct weekly inventory status checks. Monitor price alerts daily. Review receiving calendar for any incoming products and determine placement on showroom floor adhering to the plan-o-gram. Responsible for any and all inventory issues relating to age, turn, pricing and following exit strategy. Develop and implement, on an ongoing basis, a certification test for associates to be eligible to sell mattresses (Bedding). Receive pads and pillows, following proper receiving procedures (Bedding & Rugs). Maintain stock levels on floor for pads and pillows (Bedding & Rugs). Attend weekly AD meetings, Attend Flooring Meeting (VA Only) Manage relationships with vendors, GBS, and products. Communicate with Operations Team weekly plan for incoming receipts. Generate pull list and/or transfer. Schedule vendor product training. Oversee proper handling of products. Understand and adhere to Company Policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook Any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.