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    Associate Category Manager- Recreation - Fort Lauderdale, United States - West Marine

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    About West Marine
    We don't just sell anchors and rigging. We sell a love of the water that lasts for generations.
    We don't just sell life jackets and flares. We sell peace of mind for your most precious cargo.
    We don't just have a passion for boating. We have a lifetime of experience that we can't wait to share with you.

    So when you shop at West Marine, it's not just for boating gear - it's for the pure pursuit of more water and less hassle.

    If you have a passion for being on the water and are looking to join a world-class organization, then West Marine is the place for you West Marine is recognized as the premier multi-channel retailer of boating and fishing supplies with more than 230 stores located throughout 37 states and Puerto Rico.

    When you work at West Marine, you're part of a family; one that values spending quality time on the water, doing the things you love, and sharing that passion with our customers and community.


    Position Summary:
    We are seeking an Associate Category Manager in our Fort Lauderdale, FL Support Center.
    The ideal candidate should...
    * be a positive, results-driven product leader that develops the overall strategy for their product categories.
    * have significant experience in a multi-store category management or buying environment.
    * lead with clarity, focus and compassion.
    * use data to determine the optimal assortment, selling price and promotional cadence appropriate to channel and category.
    * have a "customer first" mentality and strive to create raving fans through having the right products in the right place at the right time and at the right price.
    * be able to develop a clear marketing cadence for key products and will deliver on financial results.
    * have the required collaborative and cross-functional capabilities to lead strategies from conception through execution.
    * have a considerable track record of building industry-leading vendor partnerships that result in innovative assortments, profitable growth and win-win outcomes for all parties.
    * have successful negotiating experience in a fast-pace, growth industry

    Primary Responsibilities:

    • The Associate Category manager will have complete responsibility for specified portion of product assortments or sub-departments under the oversight of the CM or DMM. Will be required to manage the E2E processes necessary to achieve or exceed sales and profitability objectives for that area
    • This position participates in the forecasting and analysis of business results, identifies key industry trends, plans product assortment and negotiates with vendors as it pertains to a particular area of the business
    • The Associate Category Manager will assist the CM/DMM with creation, implementation, and execution of product strategies that align with business objectives and financial goals
    • This role will support the CM through a variety of tasks, including business analysis, product review, vendor management, and execution of strategy
    • Create compelling assortments and ensure they are regionally appropriate, seasonally relevant and marine-focused.
    • Work in partnership with the Merchandise Planner and Category Manager to be accountable for achieving category KPIs including, but not limited to, sales, profit and turn.
    • Responsible for in-season management of assortment; inclusive of marketing, pricing and product presentation across all selling channels.
    • Item set up and sku maintenance

    Education, Experience & Skills:

    • A bachelor's degree in business or related field
    • 3 plus years-experience in Category Management or Merchandising in a retail buying environment
    • Excellent communicator who fosters open communication and listens. Speaks and writes effectively and with professional acumen.
    • High emotional intelligence with the ability to adapt quickly to change and act with integrity.
    • Analytical with the ability to think strategically and provide vision to the team and vendor community. Will push for innovation both in product and process.
    • Understanding and demonstrated execution of merchandising math principles
    • Proven negotiator
    • Strong presentation skills
    • Skilled conflict manager
    • Excellent vendor relationship development track record
    • PC proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Office 365, Power Point, Excel, Word
    • Relex and JDA knowledge a plus.
    • Demonstrates adaptability and acts with integrity.
    • Analytical and strategic-Ability to think strategically and provide vision to the team and vendor community. Will push for innovation both in product and process.
    • Boating knowledge or experience is highly preferred.
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