Top 16 Category manager Jobs in Norfolk, Va

Merchandise Planner Manager
Family Dollar —Chesapeake, VA
- $105,000 - $118,500 a year
- Full-time
- Oracle
- Merchandising
- Office
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Manager, Assortment Planning
Dollar Tree —Chesapeake, VA
- $105,000 - $118,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
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Category Manager, Project Freedom
Revelyst —Chesapeake, VA
- $102,000 - $126,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- Merchandising
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
1d
ASSOCIATE SERVICES SPECIALIST
Navy Exchange Service Command —Virginia Beach, VA
- $53,158 - $71,648 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
12d
Associate Merchant
Family Dollar —Chesapeake, VA
- $78,500 - $88,500 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
Associate MERCHANDISE FINANCIAL PLANNER
Navy Exchange Service Command —Virginia Beach, VA
- Full-time
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Office
Category Merchant - Seasonal
Dollar Tree —Chesapeake, VA
- Full-time
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Office
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
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Associate Business Manager, Own Brands
Advantage Solutions —Chesapeake, VA
- $50,800 - $63,500 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Sales
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Associate Business Manager
Daymon —Chesapeake, VA
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Associate Merchant - Everyday Toys
Dollar Tree —Chesapeake, VA
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Merchandising
- Research
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
Merchandising Manager
Willis Furniture Company —Virginia Beach, VA
- $17 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Sales
- Marketing
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Associate Business Manager, Own Brands
Daymon —Chesapeake, VA
- $50,800 - $63,500 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Sales
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Associate Merchant - Apparel
Dollar Tree —Chesapeake, VA
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Merchandising
- Research
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
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Associate Merchant - St Pat's/Valentine's/Halloween
Dollar Tree —Chesapeake, VA
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Merchandising
- Research
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays

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Merchandise Planner Manager

Family Dollar -
Chesapeake, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$105,000 - $118,500 a year
9 days ago

Qualifications

Sales revenue Forecasting
Financial model construction
Spreadsheets
Financial plan development
Budget management planning
Demand forecasting analysis
Inventory reduction demand planning
Bachelor's degree
Sales revenue analysis
Data-driven problem-solving
Financial projection model development
Financial statement interpretation
Financial performance measurement
Productivity software
Financial forecasting analysis
Team motivation (leadership skill)
Inventory planning
Cross-functional communication
Excel data analysis

Full Job Description

General Summary

The Merchandise Planning Manager is responsible for developing and executing merchandise financial plans that support the Company's sales, margin, and inventory objectives. This role partners closely with Merchandising leadership to provide financial analysis, strategic recommendations, and inventory planning that drive profitable growth. The Merchandise Planning Manager leads a team of Merchandise Planners, providing coaching, development, and oversight while ensuring consistent execution of merchandise planning processes and alignment with company objectives.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Merchandise Planning Managers provide leadership, training, and direction to Merchandise Planners while serving as subject matter experts for merchandise planning processes. In partnership with Merchandising leadership, they develop financial strategies, manage inventory investments, identify business opportunities, and ensure execution of planning activities that support company goals.

Leadership

Lead, coach, and develop a team of Merchandise Planners.
Inspire the team to achieve company and category objectives.
Model Company values and leadership behaviors.
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and results-driven culture.
Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to improve processes and planning effectiveness.
Manage team performance, training, succession planning, and talent development.
Support recruiting, hiring, and retention efforts.

Financial Planning & Analysis

Lead the Open-to-Buy (OTB) process to ensure inventory investments align with financial plans.
Develop and manage pre-season and in-season sales, margin, inventory, and purchase plans.
Analyze financial performance to identify risks, opportunities, and recommend appropriate actions.
Review historical trends and financial targets to support assortment planning decisions.
Oversee markdown planning and recommend strategies to optimize inventory productivity and profitability.
Monitor sales, margin, inventory, and forecasting performance, adjusting plans as business conditions change.
Partner with Buyers, Allocators, Replenishment Buyers, and senior leadership to execute financial plans.
Lead weekly business reviews and communicate financial performance, key risks, and action plans.
Ensure planning activities are completed accurately and within established timelines.

Business Partnership & Strategy

Partner with Merchandising leadership to develop category strategies that support sales and profitability goals.
Provide financial insights and recommendations to influence key merchandising decisions.
Champion best practices and continuous improvement across merchandise planning processes.

Position Requirements

Experience using merchandise planning and retail ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle Retail, Blue Yonder, or similar).
Demonstrated ability to develop financial plans, sales forecasts, inventory strategies, and Open-to-Buy (OTB) plans.
Strong knowledge of retail financial metrics, including sales, margin, inventory turnover, GMROI, and markdown optimization.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across Merchandising, Buying, Supply Chain, and Finance.
Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional partners and support executive decision-making.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Merchandising, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
Three (3) or more years of progressive experience in merchandise planning, financial planning, retail merchandising, or a related analytical role.
Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and communicate financial results.
Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building skills.

Projected Salary Range

$105,000–$118,500

Family Dollar is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified individuals of all backgrounds. Employment decisions are made without regard to any protected status. Family Dollar is also committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Full time

510 Volvo Parkway,Chesapeake,Virginia 23320

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