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Director, Merchandising

Dublin, OH · On-site

$104.20K - $156.40K/yr

Direct the functions of the Merchandising Inventory team to meet plan objectives to include training, coaching and development of associates in the department. Responsible for CMP for direct reports.

The Director of Merchandising is responsible for leading and executing the national strategy for ... Merchandiser Manager, and Merchandising Lead roles. Collaborate with and influence the Field ...

Company Description The Director of Merchandising is responsible for leading and executing the ... Merchandiser Manager, and Merchandising Lead roles. Collaborate with and influence the Field ...

Director, Merchandising

New York, NY · On-site

$160K - $180K/yr

Role Overview The Director of Merchandising leads the merchandising strategy for the Americas, driving product assortment, buying and distribution to support the success of Chloe's collections. This ...

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How much do merchandiser director jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for merchandiser director in the United States is $127,543.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,000.00 and $150,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Merchandiser Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Merchandiser Director, you need a deep understanding of merchandising strategy, product lifecycle management, and strong analytical skills, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Expertise with retail management systems, inventory planning tools, and data analytics platforms is highly valuable. Leadership, negotiation, and effective communication skills help you manage teams, collaborate with suppliers, and drive cross-functional initiatives. These competencies are crucial for optimizing product assortments, driving profitability, and ensuring market competitiveness.

What are the main challenges a Merchandiser Director faces when aligning product assortment with market trends?

A Merchandiser Director must balance historical sales data, emerging market trends, and inventory constraints to create a product assortment that resonates with target customers. One key challenge is predicting shifts in consumer preferences and swiftly adapting the assortment plan while minimizing excess stock or missed sales opportunities. This often requires close collaboration with buying, planning, and marketing teams, as well as strong analytical skills to interpret data and market intelligence. Staying agile and fostering open communication across departments are essential for success in this role.

What are Merchandiser Directors?

Merchandiser Directors are senior professionals responsible for developing and overseeing merchandising strategies within a retail organization. They manage product selection, pricing, and placement to maximize sales and profitability while ensuring alignment with company goals and market trends. Their role often includes leading cross-functional teams, analyzing sales data, and collaborating with suppliers. Merchandiser Directors play a crucial part in shaping the overall product assortment and customer experience in stores or online.
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Infographic showing various Merchandiser Director job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 10% As Needed, 20% Full Time, 54% Part Time, 12% Contract, 2% Nights, and 2% Summer. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $127,543 per year, or $61.3 per hour.
Director, Merchandising - Action Figures - Toys

Director, Merchandising - Action Figures - Toys

Walmart

Bentonville, AR • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Walmart rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 21,562 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

22nd of 39 rated national retailers


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Position Summary...Merchandising Director - Action Figures - Toys
At Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make, from responsible sourcing to sustainability - and everything in between.
As a Merchandising Director, your expertise, vision and strategy will allow you to see the products you buy come to life in stores and online. Leveraging your advocacy and negotiation skills with the access and scale of the Walmart system, you'll make a direct impact onthe businessand help families all over the world save money and live better. Along the way, you'll be guided by our deep-rooted culture and have the support and tools you need to do your job, learn, grow and succeed.
As a Merchandising Director, you will work across all facets of the business, including but not limited to category strategy, team management, budgeting and forecasting, modular and assortments, replenishment and supplier negotiations. You will own and set the overall strategic direction for the business unit and align with broader Walmart strategies. You know your supplier and customer needs better than anyone else and are constantly thinking about what is next for your business. Your success requires tenacity, an analytical mindset, influence, and a competitive spirit. You'll use your executive presence to work with suppliers at all levels and navigate interesting, complex challenges.What you'll do...
  • You enjoy owning and developing strategic plans for highly complex categories, supporting long term business plans and executing prioritized strategic initiatives.
  • You are data savvy, can analyze competition, customer behavior, industry trends, and the macro environment.
  • You are omni channel customer-focused, understand customer behavior acrosschannels,and make customer-centric recommendations and decisions across all customer touchpoints.
  • You guide suppliers,vendors,and your team in the development ofcustomer focusedprocesses and products.
  • You are tenacious,dedicatedand thrive working with ownership, autonomy, and a healthy dose ofcompetition.

You'llmake an impact by...
  • Settingthe category strategy:you'llown the strategy and growth for multiple formats and departments for large, complex, or high-risk categories and subcategories byidentifyingrelevant trends to meetcustomer needs.
  • Growing your business:you'lldrive the planning, budgeting,forecastingand growth for your categories andestablisha comprehensive understanding of the competitive landscape to incorporate into your business plans.
  • Building relationships:you'llestablishand influence high-visibility supplier relationships.
  • Leading your team:you'lldetermineand support resource requirements, evaluate operational processes, measureoutcomesandidentifyand capitalize on improvement opportunities, all whiledemonstratingadaptability and sponsoring continuous learning.
  • Knowing your category:you'realways looking for creative ideas to drive business improvements, innovation, and customer experience.


Benefits & Perks:

Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other greatperksinclude401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.



Who WeAre

Join Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. Yes, we are the Fortune #1 company. Butyou'llquickly findwe'rea company who wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Walmart is where the world's most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our stores. Join us andyou'lldiscover why we are a world leader ina culture of belonging,sustainability, and community involvement. From day one,you'llbe empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life.careers.walmart.com


Equal Opportunity Employer

Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer - By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities,ideasand opinions- while welcoming all people. Walmart Inc.participatesin E-Verify. Learn more aboutapplicant rights under Federal Employment Laws.


At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $220,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
- StockMinimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising , or related field and 5 years' experience in merchandising management, buying, financial planning, operations, or related area. OR 7 years' experience in merchandising management, buying, financial planning, operations, or related area.
2 years' supervisory experience.Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Leading cross-functional teams, Microsoft Office, Negotiating with third-party suppliersMasters: Business AdministrationPrimary Location...1700 Se 5th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

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From our humble beginnings as a small discount retailer in Rogers, Ark., Walmart has opened thousands of stores in the U.S. and expanded internationally. Through innovation, we're creating a seamless experience to let customers shop anytime and anywhere online and in stores. We are creating opportunities and bringing value to customers and communities around the globe. Walmart operates approximately 10,500 stores and clubs in 19 countries and eCommerce websites. We employ 2.1 million associates around the world — nearly 1.6 million in the U.S. alone.

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Retail, professional, labor and political organizations, specialized design services, transportation and warehousing and fitness and sports centers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Bentonville, AR, US

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