Sally Beauty hiring DIRECTOR MERCHANDISING in Denton, TX | LinkedIn (2024)

OverviewEssential Function:Supervises a staff and is responsible for all efforts related to pricing, product promotion, order quantity and timing, inventory control, product placement in stores and support of shows for a substantial collection of products and/ or sales volume. The role is required to report into the Support Center in Denton Texas on Tuesdays and Wednesdays of each week and possible other days of the week depending on the needs of the business.

“At Sally Beauty Holdings, we find beauty in diversity. Our inclusivity and self-expression are what fuel our innovation and growth. You are welcome here, and you can thrive here. We find beauty in YOU. Join us.”Primary Duties:

• Selects, develops and evaluates staff to ensure efficient operation of the department. Provides direction and leadership to team according to established policies and management guidance.
• Oversees proper inventories (stock levels) in warehouse(s) to service stores and district sales consultants demands (to include: promotional buys and controlling excess service levels.)
• Responsible for ensuring the completion of the ordering process, scheduling and monitoring of beauty supply/ salon products and related promotional and marketing materials.
• Analyzes order tracking to expedite receipt into warehouse(s) and resolve problems/ issues, by monitoring and ensuring reorders. Establishes monitors and reviews purchasing policies, procedures and practices.
• Monitors and evaluates the success of the training program for all new hire staff and buyer positions.
• Attends shows, and review written materials to maintain awareness of new trends and changes in products. Researches material goods and services to improve company productivity and/or lower costs.
• Authorizes purchase orders and sales agreements; recommends material resources to internal customers.
• Responsible for departmental budgeting and facilities forecasting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• College degree (BA or BS), in materials management or related field.
• 10 years experience in a large retail/ distribution company preferred.
• 5 plus years of progressively responsible experience in purchasing at a managerial level.
• Beauty experience a plus
• Advanced knowledge of large company purchasing procedures including materials management information systems.
• Excellent PC skills including MS Office

Competencies / Attributes:

• Excellent analytical skills and ability to plan, forecast, and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate inventory needs throughout the company
• Strong management skills
• Exceptional work ethic and punctual
• Exceptional math ability
• Strong analytical skills

Working Conditions /Physical Requirements

• The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, retail stores, and residences or commercial vehicles, e.g., use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals, etc. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.
• The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, files, books, small parts; using a keyboard, driving an automobile, etc. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

We offer a competitive salary and outstanding benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, paid vacation and sick days, paid holidays, tuition reimbursem*nt and 401(k) with company match. In addition, associates of SBH may take advantage of our in house salon with complementary services and a varied selection of food options at our corporate campus. Also, featured at our corporate campus, is both a Sally Beauty and CosmoProf Professional onsite store, where associates enjoy a great merchandise discount!

$161,975