Merchandise Manager - Regency Management Services, LLC

Regency Management Services (RMS) is family owned, and the fastest growing furniture retailer in the United States. Since our company was founded in 1999, our mission and absolute focus has been to strive for excellence while we grow our brands and welcome new ones to our portfolio. RMS has experienced exceptional growth and expansion because of our amazing customers, dedicated employees and outstanding products and services. Our current footprint includes Maryland, Virginia, New Jersy, Pennsylvania, New York, Massachusetts, New Hampshire & Delaware where we operate over 70+ retail showrooms 

Manager is responsible for developing and implementing merchandising strategies to maximize sales and profitability for the retail furniture department. This role requires a deep understanding of customer trends, product knowledge, and the ability to create visually appealing and customer-centric store environments. The Merchandising Manager will work closely with the buying team, store management, and marketing to drive sales and achieve company objectives. 

 Responsibilities 

• Develop and execute comprehensive merchandising plans aligned with company goals and target market. 
• Analyze sales data and customer trends to identify opportunities for product assortment optimization and inventory management. 
• Collaborate with the buying team to select and procure product assortments that meet customer needs and drive sales. 
• Develop and implement visual merchandising standards to create a compelling and customer-friendly shopping experience. 
• Manage and train store teams on merchandising best practices, product knowledge, and visual merchandising standards. 
• Monitor competitor activities and industry trends to identify opportunities for improvement. 
• Manage inventory levels to optimize stock turnover and minimize markdowns. 
• Collaborate with marketing to develop and execute promotional activities and in-store displays. 
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure merchandising effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field preferred. 
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in retail merchandising, preferably in the furniture industry.  
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities. 
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams. 
• Proficiency in retail management software and POS systems. 

Desired Skills 

• Knowledge of furniture industry trends and customer preferences. 
• Experience with inventory management systems. 
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.