Partner with merchants and vendors to build mutually beneficial strategies that drive sales, margin, and differentiation * Create visibility and accountability for vendor performance vs. agreed plans ...
Partner with merchants and vendors to build mutually beneficial strategies that drive sales, margin, and differentiation * Create visibility and accountability for vendor performance vs. agreed plans ...
Partner with merchants and vendors to build mutually beneficial strategies that drive sales, margin, and differentiation * Create visibility and accountability for vendor performance vs. agreed plans ...
Partner with merchants and vendors to build mutually beneficial strategies that drive sales, margin, and differentiation * Create visibility and accountability for vendor performance vs. agreed plans ...
Director, Branded Merchandise
Eden Prairie, MN · On-site
$135 - $165/hr
Vendor & Operations Management***** Primary Liaison: Serve as the lead point of contact for the primary merchandise vendor and secondary specialty suppliers.* Operational Excellence: Ensure the ...
Director, Branded Merchandise
Eden Prairie, MN · On-site
$135 - $165/hr
Vendor & Operations Management***** Primary Liaison: Serve as the lead point of contact for the primary merchandise vendor and secondary specialty suppliers.* Operational Excellence: Ensure the ...
Director Vendor Management
Burlington, NJ · On-site
Position Overview The Director of Vendor Management is accountable for managing relationships with Burlington's merchandise vendors and Merchant teams. This role represents Burlington as a key point ...
Director Vendor Management
Burlington, NJ · On-site
Position Overview The Director of Vendor Management is accountable for managing relationships with Burlington's merchandise vendors and Merchant teams. This role represents Burlington as a key point ...
Position Overview The Director of Vendor Management is accountable for managing relationships with Burlington's merchandise vendors and Merchant teams. This role represents Burlington as a key point ...
Position Overview The Director of Vendor Management is accountable for managing relationships with Burlington's merchandise vendors and Merchant teams. This role represents Burlington as a key point ...
... site merchandising, buying, pricing, inventory management, operations, online marketing, and ... Amazon.ca Vendor Managers have the unique opportunity to work at the most innovative online ...
... site merchandising, buying, pricing, inventory management, operations, online marketing, and ... Amazon.ca Vendor Managers have the unique opportunity to work at the most innovative online ...
... site merchandising, buying, pricing, inventory management, operations, online marketing, and ... Amazon.ca Vendor Managers have the unique opportunity to work at the most innovative online ...
... site merchandising, buying, pricing, inventory management, operations, online marketing, and ... Amazon.ca Vendor Managers have the unique opportunity to work at the most innovative online ...
The Merchandise team is responsible for identifying products that will sell, negotiating vendor contracts, and analyzing sales data to make sound purchasing decisions as well as searching globally ...
The Merchandise team is responsible for identifying products that will sell, negotiating vendor contracts, and analyzing sales data to make sound purchasing decisions as well as searching globally ...
Merchandise Associate
Matawan, NJ · On-site
$65K/yr
This role works closely with merchandisers, vendors, stores, and internal teams to help ensure promotions, pricing, and product information are executed accurately and efficiently. This is an ...
Merchandise Associate
Matawan, NJ · On-site
$65K/yr
This role works closely with merchandisers, vendors, stores, and internal teams to help ensure promotions, pricing, and product information are executed accurately and efficiently. This is an ...
Job Summary This role assists merchandise vendors with payment inquiries and issues. The position ensures timely verbal and written communication with vendors, researches payment issues, and takes ...
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Job Summary This role assists merchandise vendors with payment inquiries and issues. The position ensures timely verbal and written communication with vendors, researches payment issues, and takes ...
Brand Director
Tennessee, IL · On-site
In addition, the Brand Director will manage global merchandise strategy and vendor relationships to ensure brand consistency and operational excellence worldwide. The ideal candidate combines ...
Brand Director
Tennessee, IL · On-site
In addition, the Brand Director will manage global merchandise strategy and vendor relationships to ensure brand consistency and operational excellence worldwide. The ideal candidate combines ...
The Director, Vendor and Merchant Enablement will lead the development and execution of operational strategies that support vendor and merchant readiness, adoption, and ongoing performance across the ...
The Director, Vendor and Merchant Enablement will lead the development and execution of operational strategies that support vendor and merchant readiness, adoption, and ongoing performance across the ...
The Director, Vendor and Merchant Enablement will lead the development and execution of operational strategies that support vendor and merchant readiness, adoption, and ongoing performance across the ...
The Director, Vendor and Merchant Enablement will lead the development and execution of operational strategies that support vendor and merchant readiness, adoption, and ongoing performance across the ...
Brand Director
Three Rivers, MI · On-site
In addition, the Brand Director will manage global merchandise strategy and vendor relationships to ensure brand consistency and operational excellence worldwide. The ideal candidate combines ...
Brand Director
Three Rivers, MI · On-site
In addition, the Brand Director will manage global merchandise strategy and vendor relationships to ensure brand consistency and operational excellence worldwide. The ideal candidate combines ...
Brand Director
Concord, NC · On-site
In addition, the Brand Director will manage global merchandise strategy and vendor relationships to ensure brand consistency and operational excellence worldwide. The ideal candidate combines ...
Brand Director
Concord, NC · On-site
In addition, the Brand Director will manage global merchandise strategy and vendor relationships to ensure brand consistency and operational excellence worldwide. The ideal candidate combines ...
Planner Supply Chain
Collierville, TN · On-site
$26 - $35.25/hr
Collaborates with merchandise vendor partners implementing combined efficiencies, cost reductions, quality improvements, and vendor performance management * Provides strategic and tactical ...
Planner Supply Chain
Collierville, TN · On-site
$26 - $35.25/hr
Collaborates with merchandise vendor partners implementing combined efficiencies, cost reductions, quality improvements, and vendor performance management * Provides strategic and tactical ...
Brand Director
Washington, DC · On-site
In addition, the Brand Director will manage global merchandise strategy and vendor relationships to ensure brand consistency and operational excellence worldwide. The ideal candidate combines ...
Brand Director
Washington, DC · On-site
In addition, the Brand Director will manage global merchandise strategy and vendor relationships to ensure brand consistency and operational excellence worldwide. The ideal candidate combines ...
In addition, the Brand Director will manage global merchandise strategy and vendor relationships to ensure brand consistency and operational excellence worldwide. The ideal candidate combines ...
In addition, the Brand Director will manage global merchandise strategy and vendor relationships to ensure brand consistency and operational excellence worldwide. The ideal candidate combines ...
In addition, the Brand Director will manage global merchandise strategy and vendor relationships to ensure brand consistency and operational excellence worldwide. The ideal candidate combines ...
In addition, the Brand Director will manage global merchandise strategy and vendor relationships to ensure brand consistency and operational excellence worldwide. The ideal candidate combines ...
Vendor Manager (Hybrid)
Carson, CA · Hybrid
$82K - $100K/yr
You will partner closely with Global Sourcing, Merchandising, Quality, RD&D, Supply Chain and other ... The Vendor Manager also acts as a subject matter expert within the team by guiding Vendor ...
Vendor Manager (Hybrid)
Carson, CA · Hybrid
$82K - $100K/yr
You will partner closely with Global Sourcing, Merchandising, Quality, RD&D, Supply Chain and other ... The Vendor Manager also acts as a subject matter expert within the team by guiding Vendor ...
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How do I become a merchandise vendor?
To become a merchandise vendor, you typically need to register your business, obtain any necessary licenses or permits, and establish relationships with suppliers or manufacturers. Experience in sales, inventory management, and knowledge of the products you plan to sell are also important. Some vendors start by selling at markets, online platforms, or retail stores to build their presence.
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A Merchandise Vendor is responsible for supplying, stocking, and managing products at retail locations or events. They work with suppliers, negotiate prices, and ensure inventory levels meet customer demand. Vendors may also set up displays, track sales, and maintain relationships with store managers. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of market trends.
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Job description
The Fresh Market & You:
Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests. We create a warm, welcoming, memorable experience with exceptional, personal service We're looking for a leader who strives for excellence and brings positive energy, commitment, and a "can-do" attitude to work every dayWe value teamwork and celebrate our successes as a team and will value your contribution!
Added Benefits for choosing The Fresh Market Team:
About the Position:
The Director of Vendor Engagement is responsible for defining and leading the enterprise vendor engagement strategy across The Fresh Market. This role shifts vendor management from a transactional function to a strategic capability focusing on joint business planning, negotiation excellence, supplier segmentation, and partnership development.
You will own the vendor lifecycle while building scalable processes, tools, and capabilities that enable best-in-class vendor partnerships and negotiations.
What You'll Do:
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS
At a minimum, what you'll need:
Preferred qualifications:
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: Consistent with applicable laws, TFM will make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and team members, unless doing so would result in an undue hardship to TFM. This guiding principle applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring and job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and related medical conditions, national origin, genetic information, uniformed service, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.
The statements in this job description are provided to describe the general nature and level of work expected in this role. While these statements include the essential functions of the job, they are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. As we work as a team, there may be times team members are needed to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities based on business needs.
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Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests. We create a warm, welcoming, memorable experience with exceptional, personal service We're looking for a leader who strives for excellence and brings positive energy, commitment, and a "can-do" attitude to work every dayWe value teamwork and celebrate our successes as a team and will value your contribution!
Added Benefits for choosing The Fresh Market Team:
- Team member discount up to 40%
- Health, Dental & Vision insurance available for individual, spouse, partner, and family.
- And much more!
- 401K contribution and match for part-time and full-time team members.
- Personal time off and additional time off purchase plans available
About the Position:
The Director of Vendor Engagement is responsible for defining and leading the enterprise vendor engagement strategy across The Fresh Market. This role shifts vendor management from a transactional function to a strategic capability focusing on joint business planning, negotiation excellence, supplier segmentation, and partnership development.
You will own the vendor lifecycle while building scalable processes, tools, and capabilities that enable best-in-class vendor partnerships and negotiations.
What You'll Do:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive vendor engagement strategy aligned with merchandising and enterprise priorities
- Establish vendor segmentation (strategic, core, emerging) and differentiated engagement models
- Define and standardize vendor processes, tools, and playbooks across the organization
- Lead enterprise-wide joint business planning processes focused on a set of strategic vendors, ensuring alignment on growth, funding, innovation, and performance goals
- Partner with merchants and vendors to build mutually beneficial strategies that drive sales, margin, and differentiation
- Create visibility and accountability for vendor performance vs. agreed plans and financial commitments
- Facilitate strategic business reviews with top vendors to identify opportunities for growth and improvement
- Elevate negotiation capabilities across merchandising through tools, training, and frameworks
- Partner with merchants to structure deals that maximize value (cost, funding, innovation, supply reliability)
- Integrate insights (e.g., commodities) into negotiations to strengthen outcomes
- Establish KPI frameworks, scorecards, and reporting to track vendor performance
- Monitor vendor performance against financial commitments and business objectives
- Identify opportunities for vendor consolidation, optimization, and cost savings in partnership with Cencosud
- Partner with Merchandising, Finance, Supply Chain, and Operations to ensure alignment on vendor strategies
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure vendor strategies support assortment, pricing, promotions, and operational execution
- Build vendor engagement capabilities across the organization, including negotiation, analytics, and partnership development
- Develop training, tools, and processes to enable merchants to manage vendors more effectively
- Foster a culture of collaborative partnerships vs. purely transactional relationships
- Vendor relationships are structured, strategic, and consistently deliver mutual value
- Joint business plans are established and tracked across key vendors
- Negotiation outcomes improve (margin, funding, cost transparency)
- Vendor performance is transparent, measurable, and actively managed
- Merchants are equipped with the tools and capabilities to engage vendors effectively
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS
At a minimum, what you'll need:
- 8-12+ years of experience in merchandising, vendor management, procurement, or retail partnerships
- Proven experience in vendor negotiations, joint business planning, or strategic partnerships
- Strong analytical and financial acumen with ability to translate insights into action
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives in a complex retail environment
- Exceptional communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience in grocery, food retail, or consumer packaged goods
- Exposure to vendor performance management, supplier segmentation, or procurement strategy
- Experience building new capabilities, processes, or operating models within merchandising organizations
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: Consistent with applicable laws, TFM will make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and team members, unless doing so would result in an undue hardship to TFM. This guiding principle applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring and job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and related medical conditions, national origin, genetic information, uniformed service, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.
The statements in this job description are provided to describe the general nature and level of work expected in this role. While these statements include the essential functions of the job, they are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. As we work as a team, there may be times team members are needed to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities based on business needs.
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The Fresh Market is a renowned American chain of gourmet supermarkets based in Greensboro, North Carolina. Established in 1982, the company operates in the retail industry, predominantly specializing in offering superior quality, freshness, and variety of products. Their product catalog includes a variety of fresh food products, gourmet groceries, baked goods, and delicacies, among others. With a mission of "making everyday eating extraordinary," they are committed to providing customers with the freshest and finest quality food. Over the years, The Fresh Market has gained significant recognition in the industry, having successfully established over 150 stores across the United States.
Industry
Retail
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Greensboro, NC, US
Year founded
1982