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Merchandiser Director Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

Merchandiser

Overland Park, KS · On-site

$16 - $18.75/hr

Execute upon straight and direct ingredient sales and merchandising activity, to ensure all customer needs are met. * Work with the Ingredient Sales Lead to develop selling strategies by commodity ...

Merchandiser

Overland Park, KS · On-site

$16 - $18.75/hr

Execute upon straight and direct ingredient sales and merchandising activity, to ensure all customer needs are met. * Work with the Ingredient Sales Lead to develop selling strategies by commodity ...

Merchandiser

Overland Park, KS · On-site

$16 - $19/hr

CNRG - Merchandiser Job Summary Executes the tasks required of an assigned project to facilitate ... direct supervisor or senior management. Benefits Include • Competitive hourly pay • Paid ...

Merchandiser/Cashier

Topeka, KS · On-site

$16 - $18.75/hr

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Greet customers on the sales floor and assist them in location of merchandise or direct them to a parts specialist if hard parts are needed Check in, price, and put up stock.

This role combines ongoing store support with project-based merchandising initiatives, giving you the opportunity to make a direct impact on the customer's experience while representing leading ...

KS

$14 - $16/hr

This role combines ongoing store support with project-based merchandising initiatives, giving you the opportunity to make a direct impact on the customer's experience while representing leading ...

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Merchandiser Director information

What is a merchandiser director?

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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a merchandiser director?

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 the most commonly searched types of Merchandiser jobs in Kansas?

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Infographic showing various Merchandiser Director job openings in Kansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Director, Merchandising Beef - VAP

Wichita, KS

Cargill
Food and Drink Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

New


Cargill rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 225 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with lifes essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.

This position is in our Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products. Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate.

Job Purpose and Impact

The Director, Merchandising Beef VAP (Value Add Protein) will lead and direct complex and multi-dimensional merchandising work. In this role, you will drive the coordination of a supplier base and fulfill transactions, delivering beef that meet production requirements and specifications in terms of timing, volume, quantity and cost. You will lead the team in charge of beef and pork procurement into our Value Add Facilities.

Key Accountabilities
  • Direct communication and interaction with suppliers, operations, supply chain and commercial to ensure efficient execution.
  • Lead a team of merchants to develop the short- or long-term strategies for beef and pork.
  • Oversee and review teams risk positions to determine if low, medium or high risk.
  • Provide direction and oversight to ensure customer and supplier strategies are developed and executed properly.
  • Develop plans and deliver results in a fast-changing business or regulatory environment, while leading and developing a team of experienced professionals and supervisors, coaching and making decisions related to talent management hiring, performance and disciplinary actions. You will also collaborate with managers and supervisors in your organization to ensure staff selections align with current and future needs.
  • Other duties as assigned

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Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of six years of related work experience
Preferred Qualifications
  • Three years of supervisory experience
  • Direct beef procurement experience
  • Proven track record in negotiations and outcomes

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet


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Cargill was founded in 1865 as a single grain warehouse in Iowa, U.S. Since then, we’ve grown to become a global partner connecting people around the planet. But one thing has remained constant over the years: our purpose of nourishing the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. Cargill is committed to conducting business with integrity, operating responsibly, enriching communities and nourishing the world. In the fiscal year 2021, Cargill provided $110.5 million in total charitable contributions in 56 countries to support our communities. Cargill businesses and employee-led groups partner with local civic, nonprofit and non-governmental organizations on programs and projects that improve food security and nutrition; support human rights, equity and inclusion; strengthen farmer livelihoods; and advance our commitments in the areas of land use, water and climate.

Industry

Food and drink manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US