Potpourri Group Inc. (PGI) was founded in 1963 with a single consumer catalog. Over the years, we have expanded through both internal innovation and strategic acquisitions, evolving into one of America’s most successful multi-brand direct-to-consumer merchants. Today, we proudly serve millions of customers annually.
At PGI, we seek individuals with unique talents, skills, and, most importantly, passion. Our team members are enthusiastic professionals who love what they do, arriving each day ready to dive in and contribute. They take initiative, take pride in their work, and are trusted to work independently while embracing teamwork. Collaboration is at our core - employees readily share ideas, offer support, and contribute to a positive, dynamic workplace.
PGI fosters a collaborative, team-oriented culture driven by an entrepreneurial spirit. We encourage creativity, innovation, and out-of-the-box thinking. Great ideas come to life not only in formal meetings but also through brainstorming sessions, casual conversations, and spontaneous discussions. While the workload is demanding, deadlines are tight, and critical projects are always in motion, our team pulls together to make things happen - because we care. At PGI, colleagues become more than co-workers; they become part of a community. For us, this is more than just a job - it’s a passion, a purpose, and a career.
Position Overview:
Potpourri Group is seeking a General Merchandise Manager (Apparel), a key position at our corporate office in North Billerica, Massachusetts. In this position the GMM will be responsible for developing the strategic direction for all apparel sold by PGI, including and focusing on the five apparel catalog brands in our current portfolio. Responsible for leading, developing and mentoring a high performing team of Buyers in product sourcing, development, analysis of product performance, merchandising, and negotiation skills in order to meet corporate goals and initiatives as well as responsibility for the Apparel Product Development and Technical Fit group supporting them.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Full responsibility for sales, profitability and continued growth of all managed catalog brands.
- Leads and mentors a team of professional Buyers and establishes succession plans with the Buying Teams. Ensures that the Buying Teams successfully manages, develops and mentors their staff in order to meet the goals of the succession plans.
- Develop strategy effectively with senior management identifying needs and resources for each catalog brand in order to successfully meet established goals.
- Collaborate with the SVP of Merchandising to ensure successful execution of business goals and objectives.
- Provides domestic and foreign product sourcing information to Buyers. Utilizes industry connections to create unique, cost-effective, and exclusive product assortment.
- Lends expertise in product development and knowledge of sources to create PGI exclusives, and applies the technical knowledge gained in the industry to develop products with the Buying team.
- Directs Buyers to assure successful completion of all merchandise processes in preparation for catalog mailings.
- Applies analytical expertise to review results and gives input to Buying Team to adjust plans as needed.
- Manage Apparel Product Development and Technical Fit function to ensure timely and effective support of Buying Teams.
- Participates in all creative functions, planning, merchandise turnover and final review meetings with senior management, Buying and Product Development Team.
- Partner with Marketing, eCommerce and Web team to establish Best in class presentations.
- Required to attend all major and applicable trade shows, domestic and foreign, with or without accompanying Buyers.
- Required to make periodic trips to foreign markets, with or without Buyers and or Director of Product Development, to visit with PGI sources, for product development and research new sources.
Qualification Requirements:
- Prior senior level experience leading in a multi-channel, direct-marketing consumer merchandise retailer. Minimum of 8-10 year’s related experience in Merchandising.
- Progressive experience in Merchandising including prior experience as a Senior Buyer/Merchant.
- Demonstrated prior experience effectively and successfully leading and developing senior level merchandising teams in direct marketing or related retail environment.
- Strong and effective negotiation skills are required from product development to product fulfillment.
- In depth knowledge of major domestic and foreign sources.
- Computer literacy including strong technical skills in spreadsheet software (MS Excel). Prior catalog software experience a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Business or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Benefits/Perks!
- Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 401k with Company Match
- Paid Vacation Time, Sick Time, and Holiday Pay
- Company-paid Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
- Employee Discounts, Working Advantage, Employee Assistance Program and Good RX
Please contact Susan Horrigan, Senior HR Corporate Recruiter at (978) 256-4100 x3793, or you may apply directly through our corporate website: PotpourriGroup.com
Potpourri Group Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $125,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Education:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in North Billerica, MA 01862
