Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$78K - $88K/yr
Family Dollar Associate Category Merchant Position Summary The Associate Merchant partners with Buyers to develop and execute merchandise strategies that drive sales, margin, and inventory ...
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$78K - $88K/yr
Family Dollar Associate Category Merchant Position Summary The Associate Merchant partners with Buyers to develop and execute merchandise strategies that drive sales, margin, and inventory ...
Associate Merchant- Apparel Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT Associate Merchant ...
Associate Merchant- Apparel Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT Associate Merchant ...
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$78K - $88K/yr
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship Position Summary The Associate Merchant partners with Buyers to develop and execute ...
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$78K - $88K/yr
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship Position Summary The Associate Merchant partners with Buyers to develop and execute ...
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$78K - $88K/yr
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship Position Summary The Associate Merchant partners with Buyers to develop and execute ...
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$78K - $88K/yr
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship Position Summary The Associate Merchant partners with Buyers to develop and execute ...
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$78K - $88K/yr
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship Position Summary The Associate Merchant partners with Buyers to develop and execute ...
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$78K - $88K/yr
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship Position Summary The Associate Merchant partners with Buyers to develop and execute ...
Associate Merchant- Apparel Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT Associate Merchant ...
Associate Merchant- Apparel Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT Associate Merchant ...
Associate Merchant- Skincare/Shave/Deodorant Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT ...
Associate Merchant- Skincare/Shave/Deodorant Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT ...
Associate Merchant- St Pat's/Valentine's/Halloween Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT ...
Associate Merchant- St Pat's/Valentine's/Halloween Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT ...
Associate Merchant- St Pat's/Valentine's/Halloween Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT ...
Associate Merchant- St Pat's/Valentine's/Halloween Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT ...
Associate Merchant- First Aid/Medication Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT Associate ...
Associate Merchant- First Aid/Medication Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT Associate ...
Associate Merchant- First Aid/Medication Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT Associate ...
Associate Merchant- First Aid/Medication Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT Associate ...
Associate Merchant- Skincare/Shave/Deodorant Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT ...
Associate Merchant- Skincare/Shave/Deodorant Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT ...
Associate Merchant- Bath/Hair/FemHy Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT Associate ...
Associate Merchant- Bath/Hair/FemHy Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT Associate ...
Associate Merchant- Bath/Hair/FemHy Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT Associate ...
Associate Merchant- Bath/Hair/FemHy Your strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with your spreadsheet and word processing skills make you a great fit for our DT Associate ...
PT Specialty Merchandise Associate Food Lion provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy ...
PT Specialty Merchandise Associate Food Lion provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy ...
PT Specialty Merchandiser Food Lion provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy ...
PT Specialty Merchandiser Food Lion provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy ...
PT Specialty Merchandise Associate Food Lion provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy ...
PT Specialty Merchandise Associate Food Lion provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy ...
At Food Lion, Associates are the most important assets to our organization. We want associates to have meaningful careers full of variety and challenges. Each associate contributes to the overall ...
At Food Lion, Associates are the most important assets to our organization. We want associates to have meaningful careers full of variety and challenges. Each associate contributes to the overall ...
At Food Lion, Associates are the most important assets to our organization. We want associates to have meaningful careers full of variety and challenges. Each associate contributes to the overall ...
At Food Lion, Associates are the most important assets to our organization. We want associates to have meaningful careers full of variety and challenges. Each associate contributes to the overall ...
We're seeking a passionate Architectural Associate to join our high-performing team at a premier luxury residential design/build firm. This role is ideal for an entry to mid-level professional with 3 ...
We're seeking a passionate Architectural Associate to join our high-performing team at a premier luxury residential design/build firm. This role is ideal for an entry to mid-level professional with 3 ...
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The median wage is $20.54 / hr.
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| Aspect | Associate Merchant | Buyer |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Typically a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field; some experience in retail or e-commerce | Similar educational background; often requires experience in procurement or retail |
| Work Environment | Office setting, collaborating with marketing, product teams, and suppliers | Office or retail environment, focusing on vendor negotiations and inventory management |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Common in retail, e-commerce, and consumer goods companies | Widely used in retail, wholesale, and manufacturing sectors |
The main difference is that an Associate Merchant typically supports product selection, marketing, and sales strategies, while a Buyer focuses on purchasing, vendor negotiations, and inventory management. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and work environments, but their core responsibilities differ within the procurement and merchandising process.
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Family Dollar Associate Category Merchant
Position Summary
The Associate Merchant partners with Buyers to develop and execute merchandise strategies that drive sales, margin, and inventory productivity. This role is responsible for supporting assortment planning, vendor management, and business analysis within a specific category or department.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with Buyers to build merchandise assortments and category strategies that meet sales and profitability goals
Analyze sales performance, trends, margins, and inventory to identify risks and opportunities
Execute financial plans including sales, margin, and inventory targets; monitor variances and recommend actions
Assist in assortment planning, item selection, and pricing strategies for assigned categories
Support vendor relationships, including negotiations, product selection, and performance evaluation
Develop and execute promotional strategies and monitor results
Conduct competitive analysis by shopping stores and evaluating market trends
Provide insights to support micro-merchandising and localization strategies
Partner with cross-functional teams (planning, allocation, replenishment, marketing) to ensure execution
Identify replenishment opportunities and manage lifecycle of key items
Prepare reports, forecasts, and presentations for leadership
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) preferred
3+ years of merchandising, buying, or retail experience (or 5+ years in combined planning/allocation roles)
Strong analytical skills with knowledge of retail math (sales, margin, inventory turns)
Experience with assortment planning and merchandising systems
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and retail reporting tools
Strong communication, negotiation, and decision-making skills
Core Competencies
Merchandising and product trend analysis
Financial acumen (sales, margin, inventory management)
Strategic thinking and execution
Vendor management and negotiation
Cross-functional collaboration
Customer-focused mindset
Projected Salary: $78,500-$88,500
Family Dollar is anequal opportunity employer and committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and makeall employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We are committed tocomplying withthe Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonableaccommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
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With Dollar Tree and Family Dollar, we put value front and center for our customers. We do this by providing our customers with quality merchandise, amazing values, convenience, and a fun shopping experience. Whether you’re looking for the thrill of the hunt at Dollar Tree or shopping for your favorite brands at Family Dollar, you’re sure to find savings on a great selection of merchandise in our stores.
Retail
10,000+ Employees
Chesapeake, VA, US
